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SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
60313METOZ-PSK0145	Introduction to Neuroscience	3	Fall	3	0	3	5

Course Type :	Compulsory
Cycle:	Bachelor TQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Language of Instruction:	Turkish
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	60313METOZ-PSK0032 - Fizyolojik Psikoloji
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Name of Coordinator:	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HANDAN NOYAN
Dersin Öğretim Eleman(lar)ı:	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HANDAN NOYAN
Dersin Kategorisi:	Programme Specific

SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:	The aim of the course is to introduce the field of neuroscience which have become popular in recent years and its subfields. It is aimed to examine the nervous system, senses and behaviors in the light of neuroscience starting from the cellular level to the behavioral level. In the second half of the course, popular neuroscience topics and widely used research methods will be explained.
Course Content:	Starting from the brain anatomy, the nervous system, nerve cells and their structure, synaptic transmission and physiology of the senses will be explained. Sensory and motor systems, emotions, sleep and sleep disorders, and the neuroimaging techniques will be discussed.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are those describing the knowledge, skills and competencies that students are expected to achieve upon successful completion of the course. In this context, Course Learning Outcomes defined for this course unit are as follows:



Knowledge *(Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)*
1) 2.1) Knows the history of Behavioral Neuroscience
2) 3.2) Have a basic knowledge about nervous system and brain anatomy.
3) 4.3) Explains the structural and functional organization of human nervous system.
Skills *(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)*
1) 2.1) Follows the studies of current neuroscience and physiological psychology field and evaluates with a critical perspective.
2) 3.2) Uses the neuroscience perspective in the academic and clinical work.
Competences *(Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)*
1) 2.1) Acquire knowledge on how a neuroscience research is conducted and what methods are used.
2) 3.2) Explains the brain disorders, how our sensory organs work, the movement and control, and the research methods used in the field.
3) 4.3) Relates the human behavior and nervous system.

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	Introduction to the Neuroscience: Definition, Contents and Aims
2)	Neuroscience From Past to Present: History of Neuroscience
3)	Neurophysiological Research and Evaluation Methods
4)	Structure and Functions of Cells in the Nervous System
5)	Action and Post-Synaptic Potentials
6)	Neurotransmitters and Functions Psychopharmacology
7)	The Structural Features of Human Brain (Neuroanatomy)
8)	Midterm
9)	Sensory and Movement Systems/Four Brain Lobes and Functions
10)	Peripheral Nervous System and Somatic Senses
11)	Homeostasis: Hypothalamus
12)	Affective Neuroscience: How the brain creates emotional responses?
13)	Neurobiology of Diseases: Schizophrenia
14)	Neurobiology of Diseases: Dementia
15)	Final

*These fields provides students with course materials for their pre- and further study before and after the course delivered.

SECTION III: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COURSE UNIT AND COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)

(The matrix below shows how the course learning outcomes (CLOs) associates with programme learning outcomes (both KPLOs & SPLOs) and, if exist, the level of quantitative contribution to them.)

Relationship Between CLOs & PLOs

(KPLOs and SPLOs are the abbreviations for Key & Sub- Programme Learning Outcomes, respectively. )

CLOs/PLOs	KPLO 1				KPLO 2				KPLO 3			KPLO 4				KPLO 5
CLOs/PLOs	1	2	3	4	1	2	3	4	1	2	3	1	2	3	4	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
CLO1
CLO2
CLO3
CLO4
CLO5
CLO6
CLO7
CLO8

Level of Contribution of the Course to PLOs

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Programme Learning Outcomes	Contribution Level (from 1 to 5)
1)	Evaluates cognitive, psychological, social reasons and consequences of human behavior.	4
	1.1 Comprehends relation of psychology with other social sciences and analyzes psychological processes with an interdisciplinary approach.	4
	1.2 Uses research methods and techniques such as data collection, analysis and interpretation effectively.	5
	1.3 Has advanced academic and clinical knowledge, skills and experience in different fields of psychology.	5
	1.4 Explains basic psychological concepts, models and theories; analyzes psychological processes.
2)	Comprehends his/her professional competencies and limitations.	2
	2.1 Takes social context into account while evaluating personal factors and issues.	2
	2.2 Tries to contribute to the solution of social problems using his/her professional knowledge and social skills.	1
	2.3 Acquires new information about psychological issues and practices by following current research in psychology.
	2.4 Improves his/her skills as a psychologist by participating in trainings in the field of psychology.	3
3)	Reflects his/her knowledge, academic and clinical experience acquired in psychology education in professional practice effectively.	5
	3.1 Demonstrates advanced analytical skills, problem solving and critical thinking skills in professional work.	5
	3.2 Works within professional ethical principles making unprejudiced and non-discriminatory professional assessment in practice and academic research.	4
	3.3 Conducts preventive activities to alleviate possible problems in practice; contributes to improvement of professional practice.	3

4)	Applies the theoretical knowledge in business life during a semester.	5
	4.1 Experiences all processes in business life.	5
	4.2 Takes part in activities related to the field of education in a business operating in the field.	2
	4.3 Questions the application with theoretical knowledge.	2
	4.4 Compiles the knowledge and experience gained in the field.	4
5)	Acquires the competencies that develop by the expectations of business world and the society defined as the institutional outcomes of our university on the advanced level in relation with his/her field.	3
	5.1 Acquires the analyzing solving the problems and managing the conflicts.	3
	5.2 Participates as a team member and takes responsibility in the environments that require the solving of the conflicts and acts as a leader when necessary.	1
	5.3 Has awareness for ethical and social responsivity.	4
	5.4 By supporting the learnt courses with quantitative and qualitative data; and by using verbal and visual communication means, s/he transfers them to the groups within and outside his/her group in a systematical and effective way.	4
	5.5 Evaluates the norms and standards present in the works in which s/he takes responsibility in a critical point of view.	2
	5.6 Develops strategical, innovative and entrepreneurial ideas.
	5.7 Acquires competence of managing the change.
	5.8 Shows development personally and socially with and awareness for lifelong learning.
	5.9 Follows advanced technologies and developments about digital transformation.	2
	5.10 Has cultural awareness and s/he transfers this to the groups within and outside his/her field.
	5.11 Has awareness about citizenship competency.
	5.12 Acquires communication in a Foreign Language (English) competence defined on the level of at least B1 in European Language Portfolio.

SECTION IV: TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESMENT-EVALUATION METHODS OF THE COURSE

Teaching & Learning Methods of the Course

(All teaching and learning methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Teaching and Learning Methods defined at the Programme Level	Teaching and Learning Methods Defined for the Course
Lectures
Discussion
Case Study
Problem Solving
Demonstration
Views
Laboratory
Reading
Homework
Project Preparation
Thesis Preparation
Peer Education
Seminar
Technical Visit
Course Conference
Brain Storming
Questions Answers
Individual and Group Work
Role Playing-Animation-Improvisation
Active Participation in Class

Assessment & Evaluation Methods of the Course

(All assessment and evaluation methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Aassessment and evaluation Methods defined at the Programme Level	Assessment and Evaluation Methods defined for the Course
Midterm
Presentation
Final Exam
Quiz
Report Evaluation
Homework Evaluation
Oral Exam
Thesis Defense
Jury Evaluation
Practice Exam
Evaluation of Implementation Training in the Workplace
Active Participation in Class
Participation in Discussions

Relationship Between CLOs & Teaching-Learning, Assesment-Evaluation Methods of the Course

(The matrix below shows the teaching-learning and assessment-evaluation methods designated for the course unit in relation to the course learning outcomes.)

LEARNING & TEACHING METHODS

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

ASSESMENT & EVALUATION METHODS

CLO1

CLO2

CLO3

CLO4

CLO5

CLO6

CLO7

CLO8

-Lectures

-Midterm

-Discussion

-Presentation

-Case Study

-Final Exam

-Problem Solving

-Quiz

-Demonstration

-Report Evaluation

-Views

-Homework Evaluation

-Laboratory

-Oral Exam

-Reading

-Thesis Defense

-Homework

-Jury Evaluation

-Project Preparation

-Practice Exam

-Thesis Preparation

-Evaluation of Implementation Training in the Workplace

-Peer Education

-Active Participation in Class

-Seminar

- Participation in Discussions

-Technical Visit

-Course Conference

-Brain Storming

-Questions Answers

-Individual and Group Work

-Role Playing-Animation-Improvisation