NEUROANATOMY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTY249	NEUROANATOMY	3	3	3	4

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
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	Prof. ARİF ÖNDER
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Prof. ARİF ÖNDER
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed to provide information characteristics and functions of the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous system, and to distinguish the functional disorders that may develop as a result of the dysfunction of these neuroanatomical structures.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The basic characteristics of the peripheral nervous system, the muscles it innervates, and the clinical features of its pathologies; the macroanatomy, functions, and clinical features of pathologies of the spinal cord, brainstem, diencephalon, and telencephalon; and the autonomic nervous system and the clinical features of its pathologies.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains the anatomical characteristics of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems.
Explains the functions of the structures belonging to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems.
Relates the interactions of the structures involved in the sensory–perceptual–motor integration process.
Explains the signs and symptoms that may develop as a result of dysfunctions in neuroanatomical structures.
Analyzes the clinical findings that arise from functional impairments of nervous system structures.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Individual Study	Introduction to the Central Nervous System; Meninges of the Brain and Spinal Cord, Ventricular System, and Cerebrospinal Fluid	Lecture, Discussion
2	Web-Based Research	Spinal Cord (Segments, Gray and White Matter Structure, Horns)	Lecture, Question–Answer
3	Individual Study, Web-Based Research	Ascending and Descending Tracts of the Spinal Cord (Sensory and Motor Pathways)	Lecture, Discussion, Brainstorming
4	Database Review	Medulla Oblongata and Mesencephalon (Nuclei, Pathways, and Anatomical Structures)	Lecture, Question–Answer
5	Individual Study	Pons and Cerebellum (Anatomical Divisions, Peduncles, and Cortical Structure)	Lecture, Discussion
6	Web-Based Research	Basal Ganglia (Nuclei, Anatomical Location, and Connections)	Lecture, Brainstorming
7	Individual Study, Database Review	Diencephalon (Thalamus, Hypothalamus, Epithalamus, and Subthalamus)	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
8	Web-Based Research	Visual and Auditory Pathways; Vestibular System (Receptors, Nuclei, and Central Connections)	Lecture, Discussion
9	Individual Study	Autonomic Nervous System (Anatomical Organization of the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Systems)	Lecture, Question–Answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Database Review	Limbic System (Structures, Anatomical Connections, and Localization)	Lecture, Discussion
12	Individual Study, Web-Based Research	Telencephalon (Lobes, Cortical Areas, and Subcortical Structures)	Lecture, Brainstorming
13	Web-Based Research	Cranial Nerves (Nuclei, Points of Exit, and Innervation Areas)	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
14	Individual Study	Spinal Nerves (Plexuses, Dermatomes, and Myotomes)	Lecture, Discussion
15	Database Review	Vascular Supply of the Central Nervous System (Arterial and Venous Circulation, Circle of Willis)	Lecture, Question–Answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Arifoğlu, Y. (2022). Her yönüyle nöroanatomi (1. baskı). İstanbul Tıp Kitabevi.
Doğan, T. (2008). Nöroanatomi (7. baskı). ODTÜ Yayıncılık.
Lindsay, K. W., Bone, I., Callander, R., & Fuller, G. (2010). Neurology and neurosurgery illustrated. Elsevier Health Sciences.
Netter, F. H. (2021). Netter insan anatomisi atlası (M. Cumhur, Çev.). Palme Yayıncılık.
Snell, R. S. (2009). Clinical neuroanatomy. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Yıldırım, M. (2018). Temel nöroanatomi. Nobel Tıp Kitabevi.

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	He fulfills all roles required by his professional performance, integrates the entire occupational therapy process, carries out his own practices using the information on theoretical and practical occupational therapy in his field. He actively participates in the development, advancement, and promotion of occupational therapy.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He explains the basic facts, principles, processes in the subfields of occupational therapy and the methods in the field of application makes advanced analyses and evaluations.				3
2	He uses the advanced knowledge he acquires to protect the community's health.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He studies, picks, analyzes and synthesizes theories and application models in the occupational therapy field that are supported by scientific publications and resources, with the purpose of carrying out the activities and vital roles of people and communities and determining health care needs, and plans the response.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He analyzes biological, medical, psychological, sociological and technological information within the scope of occupational therapy, synthesizes this information with information from theories about activity and participation, determines and analyzes the person's resources and constraints. Using this information, research and evidence-based solution proposals can be developed.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By critically interpreting activity and participation constraints, he chooses a professional and independent role for himself (e.g. treatment, counseling) and works in a people-centric manner by using prevention, rehabilitation, and treatment activities.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He determines the need for research on topics associated with occupational therapy practices and/or occupational therapy science, prepares related research questions, conducts independent research, and carries on lifelong learning.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By establishing close cooperation with the people and community, he carries out occupational therapy intervention, and works to improve community involvement by creating accessible and adaptable environments.				3
2	He works with those receiving services and providing care, with the team members, and other stakeholders in a cooperative and interdisciplinary manner to ensure roles and participation.					4
3	He has a computer license and foreign language proficiency adequate for use in Europe.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He considers and respects personal differences, cultural beliefs, customs, and traditions and takes into account and respects their effect on participation in roles and activities. He combines these with scientific, cultural and ethical values.				3
2	He explains a person's daily life, production, and leisure time activities and his nature regarding his duties, and explains the connection between his performance regarding these and the connection between activities and health and wellbeing.				3
3	He acknowledges his own responsibility in the intervention he carries out and does so according to the principles of management and quality. He takes part in the process of quality development in occupational therapy and returns information to stakeholders.						5

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	1	14
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	100