Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADVANCED NEUROANATOMY | SNBD1216084 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 8 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Bayram Ufuk ŞAKUL |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Bayram Ufuk ŞAKUL |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | To learn the structures and functions of the central nervous system, to understand the basic functions of the nervous system, and to gain information about common diseases related to the nervous system. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to the nervous system, neurons, central and peripheral nervous system,Peripheral nerves, spinal nerves, plexuses, motor and sensory innervation,Spinal cord anatomy, spinal cord laminae, vertebral column, descending and ascending tracts, spinal cord blood supply,Brainstem anatomy, cranium anatomy, brainstem functions, entry to cranial nerves, nuclei in the brainstem, brainstem reflexes, brainstem blood supply,Cerebellum anatomy, cerebellum nuclei, cerebellar cortex and internal structure, cerebellum functions, cerebellum afferent and efferent pathways, cerebellum blood supply, cerebellar lesions and symptoms,Cerebrum anatomy, cerebral cortex, cerebral hemispheres, telencephalon, nerve fibers of the telencephalon, diencephalon, tertius ventriculus, cerebral lobes, cerebral dominance,Cerebral cortex anatomy, cerebral cortex functions, Broadmann areas, limbic system structures and anatomy, limbic system pathways, limbic system function, rhinencephalon, olfactory pathways, hippocampus formation, reticular formation,Basal nuclei and their anatomy, functions of basal nuclei, afferent and efferent connections of basal nuclei,Cranial nerves, cranial nerve sensory and motor nuclei, innervation areas and functions of cranial nerves, cranial nerve lesions,Thalamus and hypothalamus anatomy, thalamus and hypothalamus nuclei, thalamus and hypothalamus functions, thalamus and hypothalamus afferent and efferent nerve connections,Autonomic nervous system, sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions and nerves, autonomic ganglia, autonomic nervous system functions, enteric nervous system, autonomic nerves, reflexes affected by the autonomic nervous system,Meninges (meninges), compartments formed by the meninges (falx cerebri, cerebelli, and tentorium cerebelli), innervations of the meninges, medulla spinalis membranes, spaces between the brain and medulla spinalis membranes, hematomas and their relationship with the meninges, clinical interventions,Ventricular system anatomy, interventricular communication pathways, choroid plexus, the relationship of the ventricles to the brainstem, cerebrospinal fluid production and circulation, the blood-brain barrier,Blood supply to the brain and spinal cord, cerebral arteries, the circle of Willis, cerebral veins, dural sinuses and drainage in the brain, neural structures located in and around the cavernous sinus, arteries and veins of the spinal cord. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Shows the basic features and contents of the nervous system and the structures of the central and peripheral nervous systems | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Explains the plexus formations of spinal nerves and the nuclei, innervation areas, functions, and lesions of cranial nerves, which are structures of the peripheral nervous system. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Matches the anatomy and connections of the spinal cord with clinical symptoms | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Describes the brainstem anatomy, nuclei, functions, connections, and lesions. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Matches cerebellum anatomy and connections with clinical symptoms | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Explains the cerebral cortex, broadmann areas, their functions, limbic system structures and connections, hippocampal formation, and reticular formation. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Analyzes the basal nuclei, their anatomy, connections, functions and the relationship between their lesions. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Match the anatomy of the diencephalon structures with clinical lesions. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Analyzes the autonomic nervous system, sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions, innervation areas, autonomic ganglia and associated reflexes | 11, 9 | A, D |
| It describes the meninges of the brain and spinal cord, intermembrane spaces, the anatomy, location, and interconnections of the ventricular system, the choroid plexus, CSF production and circulation, and clinical interventions. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Describe the arterial and venous circulation of the brain and spinal cord, the circle of Willis, the dural sinuses of the brain and their drainage. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Teaching Methods: | 11: Demonstration Method, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the nervous system, neurons, central and peripheral nervous system | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 1-57; Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 386-397 |
| 2 | Peripheral nerves, spinal nerves, plexuses, motor and sensory innervation | Clinical neuroanatomy, p. 80-102; Anatomy volume 2, p. 130-182 |
| 3 | Spinal cord anatomy, spinal cord laminae, vertebral column, descending and ascending tracts, spinal cord blood supply | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 131-163; Gray's anatomy, 42nd edition, pp. 425-441; Anatomy, Volume 2, pp. 220-239 |
| 4 | Brainstem anatomy, cranium anatomy, brainstem functions, entry to cranial nerves, nuclei in the brainstem, brainstem reflexes, brainstem blood supply | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 185–219; Gray's anatomy, 42nd ed., pp. 442–464; Sobotta textbook, Volume 2, pp. 683–684 |
| 5 | Cerebellum anatomy, cerebellum nuclei, cerebellar cortex and internal structure, cerebellum functions, cerebellum afferent and efferent pathways, cerebellum blood supply, cerebellar lesions and symptoms | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 229–241, Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 465–489; Sobotta textbook, Volume 2, pp. 687–690 |
| 6 | Cerebrum anatomy, cerebral cortex, cerebral hemispheres, telencephalon, nerve fibers of the telencephalon, diencephalon, tertius ventriculus, cerebral lobes, cerebral dominance | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 249-267; Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 512-539; Sobotta textbook, Volume 2, pp. 648-654 |
| 7 | Cerebral cortex anatomy, cerebral cortex functions, Broadmann areas, limbic system structures and anatomy, limbic system pathways, limbic system function, rhinencephalon, olfactory pathways, hippocampus formation, reticular formation | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 279-306; Gray's anatomy, 42nd edition, pp. 512-539; Anatomy, Volume 2, pp. 288-309; Sobotta textbook, Volume 2, pp. 654-662 |
| 8 | Basal nuclei and their anatomy, functions of basal nuclei, afferent and efferent connections of basal nuclei | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 310-315; Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 503-511 |
| 9 | Cranial nerves, cranial nerve sensory and motor nuclei, innervation areas and functions of cranial nerves, cranial nerve lesions | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 323-349; Anatomy, Volume 2, pp. 323-342; Sobotta textbook, Volume 2, pp. 690-72 |
| 10 | Thalamus and hypothalamus anatomy, thalamus and hypothalamus nuclei, thalamus and hypothalamus functions, thalamus and hypothalamus afferent and efferent nerve connections | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 363-382; Gray's Anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 489-502 |
| 11 | Autonomic nervous system, sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions and nerves, autonomic ganglia, autonomic nervous system functions, enteric nervous system, autonomic nerves, reflexes affected by the autonomic nervous system | Clinical neuroanatomy, p. 387-407, Anatomy volume 2, p. 182-209 |
| 12 | Meninges (meninges), compartments formed by the meninges (falx cerebri, cerebelli, and tentorium cerebelli), innervations of the meninges, medulla spinalis membranes, spaces between the brain and medulla spinalis membranes, hematomas and their relationship with the meninges, clinical interventions | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 418–427; Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 398–414 |
| 13 | Ventricular system anatomy, interventricular communication pathways, choroid plexus, the relationship of the ventricles to the brainstem, cerebrospinal fluid production and circulation, the blood-brain barrier | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 436–455; Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 415–424 |
| 14 | Blood supply to the brain and spinal cord, cerebral arteries, the circle of Willis, cerebral veins, dural sinuses and drainage in the brain, neural structures located in and around the cavernous sinus, arteries and veins of the spinal cord | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 464-475; Anatomy, Volume 2, pp. 351-352, Sobotta Monu, Volume 2, p. 702 |
| Resources |
| 1- Clinical Neuroanatomy, Richard S. Snell; 2- Gray's Anatomy, 42nd Edition; 3- Anatomy, Volume 2, Kaplan Arıncı and Alaittin Elhan 4- Sobotta Anatomy Subject Book, Volume 2 1- Functional Neuroanatomy, Doğan Taner, METU Development Foundation, 1st Edition, 1998 2- Functional Neuroanatomy, Prof. Dr. Fahri Dere, Nobel Bookstore, Adana, 2000 |
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. | ||||||
| 2 | Knows the essential scientific questions and current research topics in neuroscience and produces hypotheses about them. | ||||||
| 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 | Defines the methods used in neuroscience researches. In own research area uses the required techniques without assistance, develops new methods and techniques. Designs research projects and submits them as proposals. Presents the research findings in oral or written forms and in scientific articles. | ||||||
| 6 | Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. | ||||||
| 7 | Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages. | ||||||
| 8 | Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility. | ||||||
| 9 | While focusing on the basic research behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit. | ||||||
| 10 | Designs and conducts scientific research, independently and within a team. Manages a research lab and establishes new ones. | ||||||
| 11 | Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. | ||||||
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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| General Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 0 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(0/30) | 0 | |||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADVANCED NEUROANATOMY | SNBD1216084 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 8 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Bayram Ufuk ŞAKUL |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Bayram Ufuk ŞAKUL |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | To learn the structures and functions of the central nervous system, to understand the basic functions of the nervous system, and to gain information about common diseases related to the nervous system. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to the nervous system, neurons, central and peripheral nervous system,Peripheral nerves, spinal nerves, plexuses, motor and sensory innervation,Spinal cord anatomy, spinal cord laminae, vertebral column, descending and ascending tracts, spinal cord blood supply,Brainstem anatomy, cranium anatomy, brainstem functions, entry to cranial nerves, nuclei in the brainstem, brainstem reflexes, brainstem blood supply,Cerebellum anatomy, cerebellum nuclei, cerebellar cortex and internal structure, cerebellum functions, cerebellum afferent and efferent pathways, cerebellum blood supply, cerebellar lesions and symptoms,Cerebrum anatomy, cerebral cortex, cerebral hemispheres, telencephalon, nerve fibers of the telencephalon, diencephalon, tertius ventriculus, cerebral lobes, cerebral dominance,Cerebral cortex anatomy, cerebral cortex functions, Broadmann areas, limbic system structures and anatomy, limbic system pathways, limbic system function, rhinencephalon, olfactory pathways, hippocampus formation, reticular formation,Basal nuclei and their anatomy, functions of basal nuclei, afferent and efferent connections of basal nuclei,Cranial nerves, cranial nerve sensory and motor nuclei, innervation areas and functions of cranial nerves, cranial nerve lesions,Thalamus and hypothalamus anatomy, thalamus and hypothalamus nuclei, thalamus and hypothalamus functions, thalamus and hypothalamus afferent and efferent nerve connections,Autonomic nervous system, sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions and nerves, autonomic ganglia, autonomic nervous system functions, enteric nervous system, autonomic nerves, reflexes affected by the autonomic nervous system,Meninges (meninges), compartments formed by the meninges (falx cerebri, cerebelli, and tentorium cerebelli), innervations of the meninges, medulla spinalis membranes, spaces between the brain and medulla spinalis membranes, hematomas and their relationship with the meninges, clinical interventions,Ventricular system anatomy, interventricular communication pathways, choroid plexus, the relationship of the ventricles to the brainstem, cerebrospinal fluid production and circulation, the blood-brain barrier,Blood supply to the brain and spinal cord, cerebral arteries, the circle of Willis, cerebral veins, dural sinuses and drainage in the brain, neural structures located in and around the cavernous sinus, arteries and veins of the spinal cord. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Shows the basic features and contents of the nervous system and the structures of the central and peripheral nervous systems | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Explains the plexus formations of spinal nerves and the nuclei, innervation areas, functions, and lesions of cranial nerves, which are structures of the peripheral nervous system. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Matches the anatomy and connections of the spinal cord with clinical symptoms | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Describes the brainstem anatomy, nuclei, functions, connections, and lesions. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Matches cerebellum anatomy and connections with clinical symptoms | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Explains the cerebral cortex, broadmann areas, their functions, limbic system structures and connections, hippocampal formation, and reticular formation. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Analyzes the basal nuclei, their anatomy, connections, functions and the relationship between their lesions. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Match the anatomy of the diencephalon structures with clinical lesions. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Analyzes the autonomic nervous system, sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions, innervation areas, autonomic ganglia and associated reflexes | 11, 9 | A, D |
| It describes the meninges of the brain and spinal cord, intermembrane spaces, the anatomy, location, and interconnections of the ventricular system, the choroid plexus, CSF production and circulation, and clinical interventions. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Describe the arterial and venous circulation of the brain and spinal cord, the circle of Willis, the dural sinuses of the brain and their drainage. | 11, 9 | A, D |
| Teaching Methods: | 11: Demonstration Method, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the nervous system, neurons, central and peripheral nervous system | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 1-57; Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 386-397 |
| 2 | Peripheral nerves, spinal nerves, plexuses, motor and sensory innervation | Clinical neuroanatomy, p. 80-102; Anatomy volume 2, p. 130-182 |
| 3 | Spinal cord anatomy, spinal cord laminae, vertebral column, descending and ascending tracts, spinal cord blood supply | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 131-163; Gray's anatomy, 42nd edition, pp. 425-441; Anatomy, Volume 2, pp. 220-239 |
| 4 | Brainstem anatomy, cranium anatomy, brainstem functions, entry to cranial nerves, nuclei in the brainstem, brainstem reflexes, brainstem blood supply | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 185–219; Gray's anatomy, 42nd ed., pp. 442–464; Sobotta textbook, Volume 2, pp. 683–684 |
| 5 | Cerebellum anatomy, cerebellum nuclei, cerebellar cortex and internal structure, cerebellum functions, cerebellum afferent and efferent pathways, cerebellum blood supply, cerebellar lesions and symptoms | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 229–241, Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 465–489; Sobotta textbook, Volume 2, pp. 687–690 |
| 6 | Cerebrum anatomy, cerebral cortex, cerebral hemispheres, telencephalon, nerve fibers of the telencephalon, diencephalon, tertius ventriculus, cerebral lobes, cerebral dominance | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 249-267; Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 512-539; Sobotta textbook, Volume 2, pp. 648-654 |
| 7 | Cerebral cortex anatomy, cerebral cortex functions, Broadmann areas, limbic system structures and anatomy, limbic system pathways, limbic system function, rhinencephalon, olfactory pathways, hippocampus formation, reticular formation | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 279-306; Gray's anatomy, 42nd edition, pp. 512-539; Anatomy, Volume 2, pp. 288-309; Sobotta textbook, Volume 2, pp. 654-662 |
| 8 | Basal nuclei and their anatomy, functions of basal nuclei, afferent and efferent connections of basal nuclei | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 310-315; Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 503-511 |
| 9 | Cranial nerves, cranial nerve sensory and motor nuclei, innervation areas and functions of cranial nerves, cranial nerve lesions | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 323-349; Anatomy, Volume 2, pp. 323-342; Sobotta textbook, Volume 2, pp. 690-72 |
| 10 | Thalamus and hypothalamus anatomy, thalamus and hypothalamus nuclei, thalamus and hypothalamus functions, thalamus and hypothalamus afferent and efferent nerve connections | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 363-382; Gray's Anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 489-502 |
| 11 | Autonomic nervous system, sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions and nerves, autonomic ganglia, autonomic nervous system functions, enteric nervous system, autonomic nerves, reflexes affected by the autonomic nervous system | Clinical neuroanatomy, p. 387-407, Anatomy volume 2, p. 182-209 |
| 12 | Meninges (meninges), compartments formed by the meninges (falx cerebri, cerebelli, and tentorium cerebelli), innervations of the meninges, medulla spinalis membranes, spaces between the brain and medulla spinalis membranes, hematomas and their relationship with the meninges, clinical interventions | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 418–427; Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 398–414 |
| 13 | Ventricular system anatomy, interventricular communication pathways, choroid plexus, the relationship of the ventricles to the brainstem, cerebrospinal fluid production and circulation, the blood-brain barrier | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 436–455; Gray's anatomy 42nd ed., pp. 415–424 |
| 14 | Blood supply to the brain and spinal cord, cerebral arteries, the circle of Willis, cerebral veins, dural sinuses and drainage in the brain, neural structures located in and around the cavernous sinus, arteries and veins of the spinal cord | Clinical neuroanatomy, pp. 464-475; Anatomy, Volume 2, pp. 351-352, Sobotta Monu, Volume 2, p. 702 |
| Resources |
| 1- Clinical Neuroanatomy, Richard S. Snell; 2- Gray's Anatomy, 42nd Edition; 3- Anatomy, Volume 2, Kaplan Arıncı and Alaittin Elhan 4- Sobotta Anatomy Subject Book, Volume 2 1- Functional Neuroanatomy, Doğan Taner, METU Development Foundation, 1st Edition, 1998 2- Functional Neuroanatomy, Prof. Dr. Fahri Dere, Nobel Bookstore, Adana, 2000 |
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. | ||||||
| 2 | Knows the essential scientific questions and current research topics in neuroscience and produces hypotheses about them. | ||||||
| 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 | Defines the methods used in neuroscience researches. In own research area uses the required techniques without assistance, develops new methods and techniques. Designs research projects and submits them as proposals. Presents the research findings in oral or written forms and in scientific articles. | ||||||
| 6 | Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. | ||||||
| 7 | Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages. | ||||||
| 8 | Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility. | ||||||
| 9 | While focusing on the basic research behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit. | ||||||
| 10 | Designs and conducts scientific research, independently and within a team. Manages a research lab and establishes new ones. | ||||||
| 11 | Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |