BIOPSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
PSY320	BIOPSYCHOLOGY	6	3	3	8

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. GÜLŞEN FİLAZOĞLU ÇOKLUK
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Prof. NURHAN FISTIKCI
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	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.
Contents of the Course Unit:	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

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
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.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
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	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Wickens A, Foundations of Biopsychology, 2nd edition, Pearson, 2005
Pinel JPJ, Biopsychology, 8th edition, Pearson, 2012

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		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
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		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
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Establish connections between psychology and other social sciences. (Bloom 4)			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		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
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Collaborate with the necessary institutions and individuals in the field studies. (6)			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		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
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		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
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		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

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	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