PHYSIOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SMP153	PHYSIOLOGY	1	3	3	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer NERMİN KOÇ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer ALMİNA DURMUŞ KOÇ-Lecturer ÇAĞDAŞ ADIÖREN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to enable students to comprehend the normal physiological functioning of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, and system levels; to explain the interactions among body systems; and to relate this knowledge to professional practices in the field of health sciences.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The content of this course includes an introduction to physiology and homeostasis; cell physiology; nerve and muscle physiology; blood and the immune system; the cardiovascular system; the respiratory system; the digestive system; the renal and excretory system; the endocrine system; the reproductive system; and physiological regulatory mechanisms among body systems.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines the fundamental concepts of physiology and the mechanisms of homeostasis
Explains substance transport across the cell membrane and pathways of cellular communication.
Explains impulse transmission in neurons and the physiology of synapses.
Compares the contraction mechanisms of skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscle.
Explains the physiological functions of blood and the immune response.
Interprets the physiological functioning of the heart and vascular system.
Explains gas exchange in the respiratory system and the regulation of respiration.
Explains the physiology of the digestive system and the processes of nutrient absorption.
Explains the role of the kidneys in fluid–electrolyte and acid–base balance.
Relates the physiological functions of the endocrine and reproductive systems.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review and individual research	Fundamental Concepts and Terminology in Physiology	Lecture and question–answer session
2	Literature review and individual research	Cell Physiology	Lecture and question–answer session
3	Literature review and individual research	Muscle Physiology	Lecture and question–answer session
4	Literature review and individual research	Blood Physiology	Lecture and question–answer session
5	Literature review and individual research	Physiology of the Respiratory System	Lecture and question–answer session
6	Literature review and individual research	Physiology of the Circulatory System – Blood	Lecture and question–answer session
7	Literature review and individual research	Physiology of the Circulatory System – Lymph	Lecture and question–answer session
8	Literature review and individual research	Physiology of the Digestive System	Lecture and question–answer session
9	Literature review and individual research	Physiology of the Nervous System: General Organization and Synaptic Communicatio	Lecture and question–answer session
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review and individual research	Physiology of the Nervous System: Central and Peripheral Nervous System	Lecture and question–answer session
12	Literature review and individual research	Physiology of the Endocrine System	Lecture and question–answer session
13	Literature review and individual research	Physiology of the Excretory System	Lecture and question–answer session
14	Literature review and individual research	Reproductive Physiology	Lecture and question–answer session
15	Literature review and individual research	Sensory Physiology	Lecture and question–answer session
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Köknel, Ö., & Yalçın, M. (2018). Fizyoloji. Ankara: Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri
Widmaier, E.P.,Raff; H., Strang; K.T.,(2010) Vander İnsan Fizyolojisi, Türkçe Baskı: İzmir Güven Kitapevi
Ertuğrul. L., (2014) Fizyoloji, Akademi Basın ve Yayıncılık

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It explains basic and current information related to its field.
2	It explains occupational health and safety principles and quality management processes.
3	She keeps up-to-date with current developments in her field.(dişil)

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She knows the characteristics of the equipment used in anesthesia administration.
2	It explains safety concepts in anesthesia administration.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They apply their knowledge and expertise in their field during the implementation phase.
2	He/She solves problems related to his/her field from a critical perspective, and effectively uses technological information infrastructures (software, programs) related to his/her field.
3	She solves problems related to her field from a critical perspective.(dişil)

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They express their thoughts effectively through written and oral communication.
2	Performs basic and advanced life support procedures.
3	She prepares all the equipment and devices to be used in anesthesia for the administration of anesthesia.(dişil)
4	The interventions it takes in emergency situations ensure the patient's safety.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Being well-aware of their individual responsibilities within the team, they can fulfill their tasks completely.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It prepares the patient for anesthesia administration and monitoring.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They make plans regarding career planning and lifelong learning.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It helps to safely transfer the patient to the recovery room from the moment anesthesia ends.
2	It helps to safely transfer the patient to the recovery room from the moment anesthesia ends.

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	5	70
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	5	5
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	10	10
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	32	0	129