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 MURAT KARA
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	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		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	Defines fundamental, current, and applied theoretical knowledge related to the field of electroneurophysiology and relates this knowledge to practical processes.
2	It explains the principles of occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, and quality management processes and observes them in professional practice.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Understands the anatomical and physiological functioning of the central and peripheral nervous systems, distinguishes between normal and pathological signal waveforms.
2	Monitors scientific developments and new applications in the professional field; effectively applies this knowledge in the clinical setting.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses the necessary information technologies, medical record software, and simulation programs related to the field at a competent level.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Analyzes professional problems with an analytical and critical approach; develops independent solutions based on data.
2	It sets up electrophysiological devices such as EEG, EMG, and PSG (Polysomnography) in accordance with international standards (10-20 system, etc.) and acquires artifact-free recordings.
3	It instantly detects any technical or biological artifacts that may occur during imaging and eliminates them with the necessary technical interventions.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Presents professional knowledge and ideas clearly, understandably, and effectively using written and verbal communication techniques.
2	Takes initiative and assumes responsibility as a team member to resolve complex and unforeseen issues encountered during implementation processes.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Plans career goals; manages professional and personal development in a sustainable manner with a lifelong learning mindset.
2	It acts in accordance with social, scientific, and ethical values during the stages of data collection, implementation, and dissemination of results.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses foreign language skills at a level sufficient to follow international literature in their field and communicate with foreign colleagues.
2	During patient preparation, they ensure patient privacy and safety; they professionally manage the process by informing the patient about the imaging procedures.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Patients under the supervision of specialist physicians required to make appropriate technique electroneurophysiological applications, can provide patient-doctor communication.

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