BIOPSYCHOLOGY DERS TANITIM VE UYGULAMA BİLGİLERİ

Kodu	Dersin Adı	Yarıyıl	Süresi(T+U)	Kredisi	AKTS Kredisi
PSY320	BIOPSYCHOLOGY	6	3	3	8

DERS BİLGİLERİ
Dersin Öğretim Dili :	İngilizce
Dersin Düzeyi	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Dersin Türü	Zorunlu
Dersin Veriliş Şekli	-
Dersin Koordinatörü	Assist.Prof. BÜLENT TANSEL
Dersi Veren Öğretim Üyesi/Öğretim Görevlisi
Ders Ön Koşulu	Yok

AMAÇ VE İÇERİK
Amaç:	This course aims to provide an introduction to biological psychology, which includes the scientific study of the structure and function of the nervous system, the development and evolution of neural and behavioral systems.
İçerik:	Lectures will cover following topics: Basic neuroanatomy of brain Neurophysiology Neurons, action potential Neurotransmitters And biopsychological mechanisms of the following issues. Emotion Sensory perception Vision Hunger Motor functions and motor disorders Sleep and sleep disorders Sexual behaviors Learning and memory psychopharmacology Common psychiatric disorders

DERSİN ÖĞRENME ÇIKTILARI (Öğrenciler, bu dersi başarı ile tamamladıklarında aşağıda belirtilen bilgi, beceri ve/veya yetkinlikleri gösterirler.)
To evaluate the basic structures and functioning of the nervous system.
To relate neural conduction to synaptic transmission.
To acquire basic knowledge about the biology of the human mind and brain.
To understand biological mechanisms underlying various psychological phenomena.
To be able to look at behaviour from a biological perspective.

HAFTALIK DERS KONULARI VE ÖNGÖRÜLEN HAZIRLIK ÇALIŞMALARI
Hafta	Ön Hazırlık	Konular	Yöntem
1	-	Introduction to biopsychology	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
2	Literature review	Neurons and nerve conduction	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
3	Literature review	Synapsis	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
4	Literature review	Structure of nervous system	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
5	Literature review	Brain development	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
6	Literature review	Emotions	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
7	Literature review	Vision	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature review	Hunger Motor movements	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
10	Literature review	Sleep, wakefulness	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
11	Literature review	Speech and language	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
12	Literature review	Introduction to biological basis of common psychiatric disorders: ADHD, Mood disorders and schizophrenia	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
13	Literature review	Learning and memory	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
14	Literature review	Executive functions	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
15	Literature review	Inroduction to biological treatments	Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

KAYNAKLAR
Wickens A, Foundations of Biopsychology, 2nd edition, Pearson, 2005
Pinel JPJ, Biopsychology, 8th edition, Pearson, 2012

ÖLÇME VE DEĞERLENDİRME
Yarıyıl İçi Yapılan Çalışmaların Ölçme ve Değerlendirmesi	Etkinlik Sayısı	Katkı Yüzdesi	Açıklama

(0) Etkisiz	(1) En Düşük	(2) Düşük	(3) Orta	(4) İyi	(5) Çok İyi
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Program Yeterlilikleri/Çıktıları	Katkı Düzeyi
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use information sources, including the most effective methods and current information related to psychology and auxiliary disciplines at a high level. (Bloom 3)					4
2	Identify problems in psychology and produce solutions. (Blooms 3)				3

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Program Yeterlilikleri/Çıktıları	Katkı Düzeyi
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Distinguish normal and abnormal behaviors. (Blooms 2)				3
2	Interpret and report psychology research. (Bloom 3)				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Program Yeterlilikleri/Çıktıları	Katkı Düzeyi
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Establish connections between psychology and other social sciences. (Bloom 4)			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Program Yeterlilikleri/Çıktıları	Katkı Düzeyi
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply psychological tests. (Bloom 3).		1
2	Gain knowledge and skills about contemporary psychology theories and integrate this knowledge and skills to help individuals. (Bloom 6)					4
3	Conduct various experiments in the field of psychology. (Bloom 6)				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Program Yeterlilikleri/Çıktıları	Katkı Düzeyi
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Collaborate with the necessary institutions and individuals in the field studies. (6)			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Program Yeterlilikleri/Çıktıları	Katkı Düzeyi
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Integrate developments in psychology with existing knowledge. (Blooms 6)					4
2	Scientifically analyze human behavior. (Bloom 4)					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Program Yeterlilikleri/Çıktıları	Katkı Düzeyi
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Express his/her knowledge and thoughts about the field in a fluent and understandable manner both written and verbally. (Bloom 2)					4
2	Recognize the individual, national and universal influences of problems in the field of psychology					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Program Yeterlilikleri/Çıktıları	Katkı Düzeyi
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Integrate the knowledge of computer software, hardware and statistics required by the field of psychology. (blooms 6)			2
2	Survey the developments in information and communication technologies. (Bloom 4)			2
3	Support social projects related to psychology. (Blooms 5)			2

DERSİN İŞ YÜKÜ VE AKTS KREDİSİ
Öğrenme-Öğretme Etkinlikleri İş Yükü
Öğrenme-Öğretme Etkinlikleri	Etkinlik(hafta sayısı)	Süresi(saat sayısı)	Toplam İş Yükü
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	13	7	91
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	35	35
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	35	35
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	31	0	205