The aim of the course is to provide students with an understanding of the basic concepts, structure and function of the nervous system and to develop basic knowledge and skills in these subjects. It also aims to provide a foundation for further studies in neuroscience, medicine or other related fields.
Course Content
This course contains; Organisation of the nervous system,Functioning of the central and peripheral nervous system,Structure, classification and functions of neuron,Definition and functions of glial cells,Structure and function of astrocytes and the blood-brain barrier,Neuronal degeneration and neuroplasticity,Axonal transport mechanisms,Synaptic transmission,Action potential,Properties and production of neurotransmitters,Neurotransmitters-I,Neurotransmitters-II.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Knows the structure and functions of the central and peripheral nervous system.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Knows the functions of neurons and glia cells
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Knows the formation and conduction of action potential.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Explains the development of neuroplasticity after neuronal injury with molecular mechanisms and relates it to the mechanism of neurodegenerative diseases.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Understands the importance of neurotransmitters for the nervous system.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Knows anterograde and retrograde transport mechanisms in neurons and explains their importance for the nervous system.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Knows the formation and functions of the blood-brain barrier.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Gains experience in integrating the knowledge learnt in the field of neuroscience into scientific research.
A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, E: Homework
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Organisation of the nervous system
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
2
Functioning of the central and peripheral nervous system
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
3
Structure, classification and functions of neuron
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
4
Definition and functions of glial cells
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
5
Structure and function of astrocytes and the blood-brain barrier
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
6
Neuronal degeneration and neuroplasticity
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
7
Axonal transport mechanisms
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
8
Synaptic transmission
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
9
Action potential
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
10
Properties and production of neurotransmitters
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
11
Neurotransmitters-I
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
12
Neurotransmitters-II
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
Resources
Principles of Neural Science - Fifth Edition (Eric R. Kandel)
Digital resources, online courses, articles, web-based simulations, seminars and conferences
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system.
X
2
Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research.
X
3
Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes.
4
Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters.
5
Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results.
X
6
Knows main laboratory techniques.
X
7
Able to explain main scientific questions regarding neuroscience.
X
8
Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.
X
9
Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies.
X
10
Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages.
X
11
Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility.
X
12
Behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit.
X
13
Able to participate neuroscience research teams; individually undertake the responsibility of the work assigned and perform it independently.
X
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level
Absolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success
50
Rate of Final Exam to Success
50
Total
100
ECTS / Workload Table
Activities
Number of
Duration(Hour)
Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours
14
3
42
Guided Problem Solving
14
8
112
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
0
0
0
Term Project
0
0
0
Presentation of Project / Seminar
0
0
0
Quiz
0
0
0
Midterm Exam
1
10
10
General Exam
1
16
16
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
180
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(180/30)
6
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course
Code
Semester
T+P (Hour)
Credit
ECTS
NEUROSCIENCE II
-
Fall Semester
3+0
3
6
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
Turkish
Course Level
Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Course Type
Elective
Course Coordinator
Prof.Dr. Gürkan ÖZTÜRK
Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof.Dr. Gürkan ÖZTÜRK, Prof.Dr. Ertuğrul KILIÇ
Assistant(s)
Aim
The aim of the course is to provide students with an understanding of the basic concepts, structure and function of the nervous system and to develop basic knowledge and skills in these subjects. It also aims to provide a foundation for further studies in neuroscience, medicine or other related fields.
Course Content
This course contains; Organisation of the nervous system,Functioning of the central and peripheral nervous system,Structure, classification and functions of neuron,Definition and functions of glial cells,Structure and function of astrocytes and the blood-brain barrier,Neuronal degeneration and neuroplasticity,Axonal transport mechanisms,Synaptic transmission,Action potential,Properties and production of neurotransmitters,Neurotransmitters-I,Neurotransmitters-II.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Knows the structure and functions of the central and peripheral nervous system.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Knows the functions of neurons and glia cells
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Knows the formation and conduction of action potential.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Explains the development of neuroplasticity after neuronal injury with molecular mechanisms and relates it to the mechanism of neurodegenerative diseases.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Understands the importance of neurotransmitters for the nervous system.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Knows anterograde and retrograde transport mechanisms in neurons and explains their importance for the nervous system.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Knows the formation and functions of the blood-brain barrier.
10, 11, 16, 9
A, D, E
Gains experience in integrating the knowledge learnt in the field of neuroscience into scientific research.