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	Assist.Prof. NİHAN ÜNLÜ
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	Students acquire up-to-date theoretical knowledge in Anatomy, Physiology, Physics, Physics and Geometric Optics, Optical Instruments and Materials, which are required in the field of optometry.			2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The principles of occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, professional ethics, and quality assurance processes necessary for safe, controlled, and standards-compliant work in the optician's environment are based on theoretical foundations.			2

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It evaluates professional problems and situations encountered in the field of optometry with an analytical, critical, and scientifically based approach, and offers appropriate solutions.	0

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They effectively use professional information technologies, optical design programs, measurement software, and digital data management systems.	0
2	By using optical devices, measuring instruments, and workshop equipment efficiently, safely, and methodically, he integrates them into professional practices by monitoring technological developments.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Of the obligations to be fulfilled successfully and correctly.	0
2	Knowing the risks to the health sector and industry make the right decisions.	0
3	Health sector and the sector's risk requires knowing the true teamwork in the unit, compatible and effective to çalışır.al.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing, expressing their knowledge and opinions in their field, thus maintaining effective communication with colleagues, patients, and other healthcare professionals.	0
2	In professional settings, they assume responsibility as an effective team member in workshop and optical sales environments.	0
3	As an optician, they possess the ability to quickly assess, make appropriate decisions, and generate solutions in unexpected and complex professional situations, thus adapting to varying working conditions.	0
4	As an individual with a lifelong learning culture focused on continuous self-improvement, they follow professional innovations, developments in optical technologies, and current scientific publications.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They gain language proficiency in a foreign language that enables them to communicate with healthcare professionals through professional publications and national and international resources.	0
2	Demonstrates practical skills in inventory management, customer relations, sales processes, and compliance with professional regulations in optical retail businesses.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By analyzing the technical specifications of eyeglass frames, contact lenses, and optical materials, it selects and adapts products to suit an individual's vision needs.	0
2	The optical workshop ensures product quality by performing frame assembly, lens edge processing, repair, and adjustment processes in accordance with standards.	0
3	By evaluating prescription parameters, it accurately and precisely applies lens centering, optical axis adjustment, pupillary distance measurement, and related optical calculations.	0

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