Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEHAVIORAL & COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE I | - | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 5 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Lütfü HANOĞLU |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Lütfü HANOĞLU |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | Assessing the neural basis of cognition and the unconscious and conscious processing of neural information. |
| Course Content | This course contains; The Organization of the Central Nervous System,The Functional Organization of Perception and Movement,From Nerve Cells to Cognition: The Internal Representation of Space and Action,The Organization of Cognition,Cognitive Functions of the Premotor System,Midterm,Functional Imaging of Cognition,The Basal Ganglia – I,The Basal Ganglia – II,The Sensory, Motor and Reflex Functions of the Brain Stem,Modulatory Functions of the Brain Stem,The Autonomic Motor System and the Hypothalamus,Emotions and Feelings; Homeostasis, Motivation and Addictive States,Final Exam. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1.Analyzis the organization of the central nervous system, of perception and movement (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 1.2. Explains the function of the sub-cortical nuclei (comprehension) | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 3.Determines the dorsal and ventral association areas of each modality and their functions in information processing (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 5.Explains the sensory, motor and reflex functions of the brainstem and its regulatory role (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 6.1.Identifies visceral motor neuron nuclei (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 1.1. Defines the layers and columns of the cerebral cortex (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 1.3. Explains the major differences between the central and peripheral nervous systems (analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 2. Analyses the internal representation of space and action (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 3.1. Defines the serial and parallel cortical processing of information (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 4. Explain the parts and function of the basal ganglia (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 4.1. Describes the functions of basal ganglia circuits in movement, eye movement, mood, reward and executive functions (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 4.2. Defines basal ganglia diseases (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 5.1. Describes cranial nerves and their functions (cognition). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 5.2. Explains the nuclei and functions of the cranial nerves (cognition). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 5.3. Evaluates brainstem diseases (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 6. Analyses the autonomic motor system (Analysis) | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 6.2. Describes the role of the hypothalamus in integrating autonomic, endocrine, and behavioral responses (cognition). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 6.3. Evaluates clinical problems of the hypothalamus (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 7. Describes emotions, feelings and disorders (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 8. Explains homeostasis, motivation and addiction circuits (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Organization of the Central Nervous System | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 2 | The Functional Organization of Perception and Movement | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 3 | From Nerve Cells to Cognition: The Internal Representation of Space and Action | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 4 | The Organization of Cognition | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 5 | Cognitive Functions of the Premotor System | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 6 | Midterm | |
| 7 | Functional Imaging of Cognition | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 8 | The Basal Ganglia – I | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 9 | The Basal Ganglia – II | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 10 | The Sensory, Motor and Reflex Functions of the Brain Stem | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 11 | Modulatory Functions of the Brain Stem | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 12 | The Autonomic Motor System and the Hypothalamus | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 13 | Emotions and Feelings; Homeostasis, Motivation and Addictive States | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 14 | Final Exam |
| Resources |
| Kandel, E.R.; Principals of Neural Science Course notes are given to the student. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | He/she knows the basic functions and working mechanisms of organs and systems and can explain each system as a course subject. | X | |||||
| 2 | He/she can dissect different parts of cadavers alone, identify organs and other structures on them, and lecture on them | ||||||
| 3 | He/she can design a project on a subject individually, take an active role in that project, compose a scientific article, and publish. | X | |||||
| 4 | She/he can take an active role in multidisciplinary studies related to her/his branch. | X | |||||
| 5 | He/she can identify normal anatomical structures on radiogram, MR and CT images and provide anatomical explanations for pathological conditions | X | |||||
| 6 | He/she understands the relationship of anatomy with other basic medicine and clinical branches and takes part in projects. | X | |||||
| 7 | He/she can speak at least one foreign language effectively, he/she can follow international publications in his/her branch or other branchs. | ||||||
| 8 | He/she can understand the topographic anatomy, surface projections and courses of organs and structures. | X | |||||
| 9 | He/she can can make a presentation about his/her branch or other researchers branchs. | X | |||||
| 10 | He/she can analyzes herself/himself by following current research topics. | X | |||||
| 11 | He/she effectively fulfills the responsibility given within the team in multidisciplinary studies. | X | |||||
| 12 | He/she can solve clinical problems and explain anatomically. | X | |||||
| 13 | He/she can define the basic microanatomical structures in the human body, tissues, organs and systems. | X | |||||
| 14 | He/she can make trust-based relationships with students and get them interest in the lesson. | 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 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 14 | 5 | 70 | |||
| 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 | 7 | 2 | 14 | |||
| General Exam | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 140 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(140/30) | 5 | |||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEHAVIORAL & COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE I | - | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 5 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Lütfü HANOĞLU |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Lütfü HANOĞLU |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | Assessing the neural basis of cognition and the unconscious and conscious processing of neural information. |
| Course Content | This course contains; The Organization of the Central Nervous System,The Functional Organization of Perception and Movement,From Nerve Cells to Cognition: The Internal Representation of Space and Action,The Organization of Cognition,Cognitive Functions of the Premotor System,Midterm,Functional Imaging of Cognition,The Basal Ganglia – I,The Basal Ganglia – II,The Sensory, Motor and Reflex Functions of the Brain Stem,Modulatory Functions of the Brain Stem,The Autonomic Motor System and the Hypothalamus,Emotions and Feelings; Homeostasis, Motivation and Addictive States,Final Exam. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1.Analyzis the organization of the central nervous system, of perception and movement (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 1.2. Explains the function of the sub-cortical nuclei (comprehension) | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 3.Determines the dorsal and ventral association areas of each modality and their functions in information processing (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 5.Explains the sensory, motor and reflex functions of the brainstem and its regulatory role (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 6.1.Identifies visceral motor neuron nuclei (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 1.1. Defines the layers and columns of the cerebral cortex (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 1.3. Explains the major differences between the central and peripheral nervous systems (analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 2. Analyses the internal representation of space and action (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 3.1. Defines the serial and parallel cortical processing of information (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 4. Explain the parts and function of the basal ganglia (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 4.1. Describes the functions of basal ganglia circuits in movement, eye movement, mood, reward and executive functions (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 4.2. Defines basal ganglia diseases (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 5.1. Describes cranial nerves and their functions (cognition). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 5.2. Explains the nuclei and functions of the cranial nerves (cognition). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 5.3. Evaluates brainstem diseases (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 6. Analyses the autonomic motor system (Analysis) | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 6.2. Describes the role of the hypothalamus in integrating autonomic, endocrine, and behavioral responses (cognition). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 6.3. Evaluates clinical problems of the hypothalamus (information). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 7. Describes emotions, feelings and disorders (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| 8. Explains homeostasis, motivation and addiction circuits (Analysis). | 10, 9 | A, D |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Organization of the Central Nervous System | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 2 | The Functional Organization of Perception and Movement | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 3 | From Nerve Cells to Cognition: The Internal Representation of Space and Action | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 4 | The Organization of Cognition | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 5 | Cognitive Functions of the Premotor System | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 6 | Midterm | |
| 7 | Functional Imaging of Cognition | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 8 | The Basal Ganglia – I | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 9 | The Basal Ganglia – II | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 10 | The Sensory, Motor and Reflex Functions of the Brain Stem | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 11 | Modulatory Functions of the Brain Stem | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 12 | The Autonomic Motor System and the Hypothalamus | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 13 | Emotions and Feelings; Homeostasis, Motivation and Addictive States | Reading the relevant lecture note |
| 14 | Final Exam |
| Resources |
| Kandel, E.R.; Principals of Neural Science Course notes are given to the student. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | He/she knows the basic functions and working mechanisms of organs and systems and can explain each system as a course subject. | X | |||||
| 2 | He/she can dissect different parts of cadavers alone, identify organs and other structures on them, and lecture on them | ||||||
| 3 | He/she can design a project on a subject individually, take an active role in that project, compose a scientific article, and publish. | X | |||||
| 4 | She/he can take an active role in multidisciplinary studies related to her/his branch. | X | |||||
| 5 | He/she can identify normal anatomical structures on radiogram, MR and CT images and provide anatomical explanations for pathological conditions | X | |||||
| 6 | He/she understands the relationship of anatomy with other basic medicine and clinical branches and takes part in projects. | X | |||||
| 7 | He/she can speak at least one foreign language effectively, he/she can follow international publications in his/her branch or other branchs. | ||||||
| 8 | He/she can understand the topographic anatomy, surface projections and courses of organs and structures. | X | |||||
| 9 | He/she can can make a presentation about his/her branch or other researchers branchs. | X | |||||
| 10 | He/she can analyzes herself/himself by following current research topics. | X | |||||
| 11 | He/she effectively fulfills the responsibility given within the team in multidisciplinary studies. | X | |||||
| 12 | He/she can solve clinical problems and explain anatomically. | X | |||||
| 13 | He/she can define the basic microanatomical structures in the human body, tissues, organs and systems. | X | |||||
| 14 | He/she can make trust-based relationships with students and get them interest in the lesson. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |