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	Assist.Prof. NASIR MUSTAFA
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

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Defines the current theory and practice in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.		1
2	Explain the basic concepts of other medical sciences who related physiotherapy and rehabilitation					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the basic phenomenon of sub-fields of physiotherapy and rehabilitation about principles, processes and applications, make a basic level of analysis and evaluation					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has the ability to physiotherapy and rehabilitation program planning with learned theoretical and practical knowledge.		1

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply for physiotherapy and rehabilitation program according to ethical principles, follow developments, make program changes or end the program if necessary		1
2	Used for the information which gained from advanced studies for the protection of public health	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Independently conduct vocational and academic studies with the knowledge related to the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, finds solutions to the problems faced				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adopts personal development and lifelong learning.					4
2	Knows how to reach the necessary resources to address the learning needs						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Establishes effective communication with other relevant professional groups during physiotherapy and rehabilitation services.				3
2	Gives a contribution to the profession related quality improvement, education and promotion programs				3
3	Take responsibility in joint studies performed by different disciplines as a team member, contribute on the subject					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Have sufficient professional experience in clinical practice to use vocational autonomy		1
2	The use of all the equipment and hardware in physiotherapy and rehabilitation clinics, provides environmental layout and task flow for clinic.		1
3	Keeps records of service quality monitoring and for scientific research, prepares reports, participant for project implements		1

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