PHARMACOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SMP152	PHARMACOLOGY	2	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 İKBAL DEMİRALP
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer ÇAĞDAŞ ADIÖREN-Lecturer DEMET SEVİMLİ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim is to provide knowledge about fundamental pharmacological concepts, drug preparation, administration and drug interactions, mechanisms of action of drugs, analgesic agents, antimicrobial agents, antidiabetics, chemotherapy and immunosuppressive agents.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course covers the following topics: Introduction to pharmacology, pharmaceutical forms and routes of administration, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, respiratory system drugs, drugs used in the treatment of congestive heart failure and arrhythmias, drugs used in the treatment of angina pectoris and peripheral vasodilators, antihypertensive, antihyperlipidemic and hematopoietic system acting drugs, central nervous system drugs, autonomic nervous system drugs, digestive system drugs, urinary system drugs, antibiotics and analgesics, and endocrine system drugs.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
It explains the mechanism of action of drugs, their effects on the body, and their side effects.
It explains how drugs interact with each other.
It explains the different types of drugs and how they are administered to the patient.
It calculates the medication dosage.
It examines drugs that affect different systems within different groups.
It describes the main groups of drugs that affect the circulatory system.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, individual research.	Introduction to Pharmacology	Lecture and question/answer
2	Literature review, individual research.	Mechanisms of Action of Drugs in the Body	Lecture and question/answer
3	Literature review, individual research.	Prescriptions and Drug Calculations	Lecture and question/answer
4	Literature review, individual research.	Autonomic Nervous System Drugs	Lecture and question/answer
5	Literature review, individual research.	Central Nervous System Drugs	Lecture and question/answer
6	Literature review, individual research.	Circulatory System Medications	Lecture and question/answer
7	Literature review, individual research.	Antihypertensive, Antihyperlipidemic and Hematopoietic System Affecting Drugs	Lecture and question/answer
8	Literature review, individual research.	Respiratory System Medications	Lecture and question/answer
9	Literature review, individual research.	Digestive System Medications	Lecture and question/answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review, individual research.	Urinary System Medications	Lecture and question/answer
12	Literature review, individual research.	Antibiotics and Analgesics	Lecture and question/answer
13	Literature review, individual research.	Chemotherapeutic Drugs	Lecture and question/answer
14	Literature review, individual research.	Endocrine System Drugs	Lecture and question/answer
15	Literature review, individual research.	Autacoids and Emergency Medications	Lecture and question/answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical 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 fundamental knowledge and concepts related to its field.					4
2	It conducts occupational health and safety risk analysis.					4
3	It monitors current developments in professional technology.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The student identifies the names and functions of the basic equipment used in hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis processes.	0
2	The student explains the basic concepts related to uremia, fluid-electrolyte balance, and dialysis indications.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She effectively applies written and oral communication techniques related to his/her field.		1
2	It develops appropriate solutions for complications that occur during dialysis.					4
3	He/She follows and effectively utilizes the latest developments in his/her field.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses information systems and technical equipment used in professional practices correctly and effectively.			2
2	It monitors current developments and clinical protocols in dialysis technology.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Updates the competencies related to the field with the awareness of lifelong learning and develops himself/herself personally.						5
2	Uses basic knowledge and skills related to the field.						5
3	Interprets data related to the field.						5
4	Evaluates the data related to the field.						5
5	Identify and solve possible problems related to the field.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Shares professional knowledge effectively, clearly, and understandably with the healthcare team, both in writing and orally.					4
2	He/She acts in accordance with professional ethical principles.						5
3	By embracing the necessity of lifelong learning, they continue their professional developmen						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She follows scientific developments in his/her field by using a foreign language.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	In the processes of recording clinical data related to the field of dialysis, we act in accordance with scientific, cultural and ethical values.						5
2	The dialysis technician fulfills the responsibilities required by the profession.						5

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	3	42
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
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	2	3	6
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	2	3	6
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	48	0	126