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PHYSIOLOGY I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
BEY143E PHYSIOLOGY I 1 3 3 5

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : English
Level of the Course Unit : , TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: It is aimed to gain knowledge of the basic structure and functioning mechanisms of all systems that consist of the human body.
Contents of the Course Unit: The functioning mechanisms of cells, tissues and systems in the human body.

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

Defines core functions of human physiology systems.
Analyzes characteristics of cell physiology.
Explains mechanisms of the muscle system.
Explains functions of blood and circulatory systems.
Analyzes processes of the respiratory system.
Explains regulatory mechanisms of the excretory system.
Infers through pregnancy and metabolism processes.
Justifies the importance of physiology in health sciences during discussion.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Literature Review, Individual Research Introduction to Physiology and Cell Physiology – I: Introduction to Human Physiology and Homeostasis, Cell and Functional Organization Lecture, Discussion
2 Literature Review, Individual Research Introduction to Physiology and Cell Physiology – II: Cell Membrane and Membrane Transport, Intercellular Communication, Resting Membrane Potential and Action Potential Lecture, Discussion
3 Literature Review, Individual Research Muscle Physiology: Neuromuscular Junction, General Characteristics of Skeletal Muscle / Smooth Muscle / Cardiac Muscle, Energy Sources in Muscle Contraction Lecture, Discussion
4 Literature Review, Individual Research Blood Physiology – I: Blood Composition, Physical Properties, Functions, Erythrocytes, Blood Groups, Transfusion, and Transfusion Reactions, Complete Blood Count in Diagnosis and Treatment Monitoring Lecture, Discussion
5 Literature Review, Individual Research Blood Physiology – II: Leukocytes and Immune System, Platelets, Hemostasis and Coagulation Mechanisms Lecture, Discussion
6 Literature Review, Individual Research Clinical Hematology Lecture, Discussion
7 Literature Review, Individual Research Cardiac Physiology Lecture, Discussion
8 Literature Review, Individual Research Circulatory System: Systemic Circulation / Lymphatic Circulation / Fetal Circulation, Regulation of Blood Pressure and Cardiac Output Lecture, Discussion
9 Literature Review, Individual Research Excretory System – I: Functional Structure of the Excretory System, Tubular Structures and Their Basic Functions, Bladder Function Lecture, Discussion
10 - MID-TERM EXAM -
11 Literature Review, Individual Research Excretory System – II: Regulation of Fluid-Electrolyte Balance and Acid-Base Balance, Clinical Problems Lecture, Discussion
12 Literature Review, Individual Research Respiratory System – I: Functional Anatomy of the Respiratory System, Respiratory Mechanics / Lung Volumes, Pulmonary Circulation and Ventilation / Perfusion Lecture, Discussion
13 Literature Review, Individual Research Respiratory System – II: Regulation of Respiration, Non-Respiratory Functions of the Lungs, Clinical Physiology in Respiratory System Diseases Lecture, Discussion
14 Literature Review, Individual Research Pregnancy, Aging, and Neonatal Physiology Lecture, Discussion
15 Literature Review, Individual Research Regulation of Metabolism and Body Temperature Lecture, Discussion
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Hall, J. E. Guyton H.E. (2016). Guyton and Hall Medical Physiology (13th ed). Elsevier.
Ganong, W. (2016). Ganong Medical Physiology (25th ed). McGraw Hill Ed.
Derrickson, B. H. (2016). Human physiology. John Wiley & Sons.

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

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Define the theoretical and practical concepts which comprise the required basic professional knowledge related to medicine and science.
4

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Requires the level of nutrition and dietetics, medical and related science and technology defines the concepts of theoretical and applied knowledge-based.
4

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Describe the advanced level of knowledge and skills in the fields of nutrition and dietetics based on medical and natural sciences,
4

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Recognize advanced level of theoretical and practical knowledge related to nutrients and nutrition, dietetics, community nutrition and institutional food service systems
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to provide that unforeseen complex activities faced in the practices in his/her field are carried out.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Evaluate the advanced knowledge and skills s/he has acquired in his/her field with a critical approach.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Share his/her ideas and solution proposals for problems related to the issues in his/her field with professionals and non-professionals with the support of qualitative and quantitative data.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Discharge the responsibilities, duties and obligations in accordance with the rules and regulations of professional ethics related to nutrition and dietetics
3

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 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 14 2 28
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 7 2 14
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 51 0 128
Total Workload of the Course Unit 128
Workload (h) / 25.5 5
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 5,0