PHYSIOLOGY I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BEY143	PHYSIOLOGY I	1	3	3	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
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. TURGAY DAĞTEKİN
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)
Explain the concept of homeostasis and physiological regulation mechanisms.
Explain the functions of blood and properties of blood cells.
Explain the basic features of the nervous system.
Explains the basic working principles of motor and sensory nervous system parts.
Explain the mechanism of muscle contraction.
Explain the parts and features of the circulatory system.
Explain respiratory mechanics.
List the basic functions of the digestive system.
Explains the working principles of the excretory system.
List the release mechanisms and effects of hormones.

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	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature Review, Individual Research	Circulatory System: Systemic Circulation / Lymphatic Circulation / Fetal Circulation, Regulation of Blood Pressure and Cardiac Output	Lecture, Discussion
10	Literature Review, Individual Research	Excretory System – I: Functional Structure of the Excretory System, Tubular Structures and Their Basic Functions, Bladder Function	Lecture, Discussion
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	Metabolism and Regulation of 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.

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	Have that require advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of the main areas of nursing.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Believes in the philosophy of holistic health care.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Plans, implements, evaluates, and records checks protective, developer, treatment and level of rehabilitative evidence-based nursing care.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses that require advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of the main areas of nursing.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Takes responsibility of issues related to person/family/community health.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Sustains learning with the awareness lifelong learning.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Cooperates as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Behaves appropriately with legal regulations, social and professional values, ethics and principles.						5
2	Performs the role of providing collaboration and communication, as a practitioner, educator, researcher, administrator, advocate, consultant, quality improvement.					4

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