PSYCHOLOGY
Qualification Awarded	Program Süresi	Toplam Kredi (AKTS)	Öğretim Şekli	Yeterliliğin Düzeyi ve Öğrenme Alanı
Bachelor's (First Cycle) Degree	4	240	FULL TIME	TYÇ, TR-NQF-HE, EQF-LLL, ISCED (2011):Level 6 QF-EHEA:First Cycle TR-NQF-HE, ISCED (1997-2013): 31

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

Course Code:

1311002026

Ders İsmi:

Neuroscience

Ders Yarıyılı:

Spring

Ders Kredileri:

Theoretical	Practical	Labs	Credit	ECTS
3	0	0	3	5

Language of instruction:

Ders Koşulu:

Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:

Other Recommended Topics for the Course:

Type of course:

Bölüm Seçmeli

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi Fatma GÖRAL

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Dersin Amaç ve İçeriği

Course Objectives:

This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles and concepts of neuroscience. It covers the structure and function of the nervous system, basic neurophysiology, neural plasticity, neural development, and the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying behavior.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the basic anatomy and organization of the nervous system
Understand the basic principles of neurophysiology and the action potential
Understand the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying synaptic transmission
Understand the principles of neural plasticity and how they relate to learning and memory
Understand the basic principles of neural development and how they relate to the formation of the nervous system
Understand the relationship between brain and behavior

Course Content:

Introduction to Neuroscience
Neuroanatomy and Neural Organization
Neurophysiology: Resting Membrane Potential and Action Potential
Synaptic Transmission and Neurotransmitters
Neural Plasticity: Long-Term Potentiation and Learning
Neural Development: Neurogenesis and Synaptogenesis
Sensory Systems: Vision and Audition
Motor Systems: Movement and Control
Learning and Memory: Hippocampus and Memory Consolidation
Behavioral Neuroscience: Emotions and Motivation
Neurological Disorders: Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Understanding the basic principles of neuroanatomy and the organization of the nervous system
2) Understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying synaptic transmission and how neurotransmitters affect neural communication
3) Understanding the principles of neuroplasticity and how they relate to learning and memory
4) Understanding the basics of neurodevelopment and how the nervous system is formed
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Developing an understanding of how sensory and motor systems work, and how they interact with each other to produce behavior
2) Gaining an understanding of the role of the brain in emotional processing and decision making
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
1) Being able to critically analyze and interpret scientific research in the field of neuroscience
Field Specific Competence
1) Developing proficiency in scientific writing and communication skills relevant to the field
2) Developing an appreciation for the ethical considerations and limitations in neuroscience research
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) Demonstrating the ability to design and conduct experiments related to the field of neuroscience

Ders Akış Planı

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Course introduction	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
2)	Introduction to Neuroscience	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
3)	Neuroanatomy and Neural Organization	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
4)	Neurophysiology: Resting Membrane Potential and Action Potential	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
5)	Synaptic Transmission and Neurotransmitters	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
6)	Neural Plasticity: Long-Term Potentiation and Learning	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
7)	Neural Development: Neurogenesis and Synaptogenesis	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
8)	Mid-term	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
9)	Sensory Systems: Vision and Audition	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
10)	Motor Systems: Movement and Control	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
11)	Learning and Memory: Hippocampus and Memory Consolidation	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
12)	Behavioral Neuroscience: Emotions and Motivation	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
13)	Neurological Disorders: Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
14)	General overview	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
15)	Final	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
References:	Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W., & Paradiso, M. A. (2016). Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	10	9
Program Outcomes
1) Knows the theories, different approaches and perspectives related to psychology and knows the basic concepts and terms related to psychology.
2) Knows the process of psychology becoming a science from a historical perspective, its approach to emotional, behavioral and mental processes in this process and the scientific methods used to investigate these processes.
3) Knows the working subjects and methods of the subfields of psychology and defines the duties of psychologists working in these fields.
4) To be able to deal with the human being as a biological, psychological, sociological and cultural whole and to be able to establish a relationship with related disciplines in this sense.
5) Knows the salient emphases of the major theories, approaches and perspectives of psychology (behavioral, biological, cognitive, evolutionary, humanistic, psychodynamic and sociocultural).
6) Knows the basic principles and methods of psychological assessment and gains basic interview skills.
7) Have a basic level of knowledge about commonly used measurement tools in related subfields of psychology.
8) To have the knowledge and skills required to conduct research in the field of psychology, to find a problem, to create a research design, to collect data, to determine appropriate data analysis, to interpret and report findings.
9) To have a good understanding of scientific thinking in psychology; to use critical thinking and reasoning skills.
10) Knows the ethical principles, values and practices of psychology.

Ders - Öğrenme Kazanımı İlişkisi

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Knows the theories, different approaches and perspectives related to psychology and knows the basic concepts and terms related to psychology.
2)	Knows the process of psychology becoming a science from a historical perspective, its approach to emotional, behavioral and mental processes in this process and the scientific methods used to investigate these processes.
3)	Knows the working subjects and methods of the subfields of psychology and defines the duties of psychologists working in these fields.
4)	To be able to deal with the human being as a biological, psychological, sociological and cultural whole and to be able to establish a relationship with related disciplines in this sense.
5)	Knows the salient emphases of the major theories, approaches and perspectives of psychology (behavioral, biological, cognitive, evolutionary, humanistic, psychodynamic and sociocultural).
6)	Knows the basic principles and methods of psychological assessment and gains basic interview skills.
7)	Have a basic level of knowledge about commonly used measurement tools in related subfields of psychology.
8)	To have the knowledge and skills required to conduct research in the field of psychology, to find a problem, to create a research design, to collect data, to determine appropriate data analysis, to interpret and report findings.
9)	To have a good understanding of scientific thinking in psychology; to use critical thinking and reasoning skills.
10)	Knows the ethical principles, values and practices of psychology.

Öğrenme Etkinliği ve Öğretme Yöntemleri

Ölçme ve Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Semester Final Exam	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	15	3	45
Study Hours Out of Class	15	8	120
Midterms	1	6	6
Final	1	8	8
Total Workload			179