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Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
PHYSIOLOGY-Yearly64+0-6
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeCommittee Course
Course CoordinatorAssoc.Prof. Mustafa Çağlar BEKER
Name of Lecturer(s)Assoc.Prof. Mustafa Çağlar BEKER, Lect.Dr. Filiz ŞANLI SOYDAN
Assistant(s)
AimPhysiology is the study of how the body works: the ways in which cells, organs and the whole body functions, and how these functions are maintained in a changing environment
Course ContentThis course contains; Introduction to the course, establishing the relation between course learning outcomes and program outcomes. Fundamental Concepts in Physiology: Organization of the human body, fluid compartments of the body and control systems,Cell Physiology and Membrane Transport Systems,Muscle Physiology,Cardiovascular System: Heart,Cardiovascular System: Circulation,Blood Physiology,Immune System,Pulmonary System,Urinary System,Gastrointestinal System and Metabolism,Nervous System: Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems,Sensory System,Endocrine System,Urogenital System and Evaluation of the Course.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
On completion of this learning event, the students should be able to:10, 12, 16, 9A
III. Describe the basic principles and the mechanism of contraction of skeletal muscle.10, 12, 16, 9A
I. Describe the location and functions of all the hormones. II. Have an ability to discuss the results of abnormal levels of hormone production in detail.10, 12, 16, 9A
V. Explain cardiovascular regulation and patterns of cardiovascular response.10, 12, 16, 9A
I. Discuss the functions of the various glands in digestion in detail.10, 12, 16, 9A
I. Evaluate the basic concepts involved in the regulation of fluids and electrolytes. II. Relate the maintenance of normal fluid volume, composition and compartmental distribution of the body fluids to alterations in homeostatic conditions.10, 12, 16, 9A
II. Discuss oogenesis, spermatogenesis and related processes. III. Explain the process of fertilisation, pregnancy, parturition10, 12, 16, 9A
1. Explain introductory concepts of human physiology and discuss homeostatic principles. I. Discuss the cellular organisation of the body by referring to the functions and interactions of the different cell components. II. Explain the events involved in the generation and propagation of an action potential10, 12, 16, 9A
2. Explain basic physiological concepts of the nervous system. I. Discuss functional aspects of the different sections of the brain with special reference to the functional brain systems. II. Give an overview of receptor functions and the general senses of the body10, 12, 16, 9A
3. Explain the functional aspects specific organs of the endocrine system10, 12, 16, 9A
4. Explain the basic concepts of the blood circulation. I. Describe the formation, morphology, characteristics and specialised functions of blood cells. II. Explain and demonstrate with the aid of annotated diagrams the electrical events in the heart during one heart beat. III. Analyse the events of one cardiac cycle relate the heart sounds to the specific events in this cycle. IV. Discuss cardio dynamics by referring to the cardiac output, heart rate and stroke volume and explain the coordination of adjustments of these variables at different levels of activity.10, 12, 16, 9A
5. Discuss the relation between structure and function and explain the series of integrated processes in respiratory physiology as well as during the control of respiration.10, 12, 16, 9A
6. Explain the digestion and absorption of food in the gastrointestinal system in detail.10, 12, 16, 9A
7. Explain the basic principles of renal physiology in detail.10, 12, 16, 9A
8. Explain functional adaptations of the male and female reproductive organs. I. Describe the hormonal control of male and female reproduction10, 12, 16, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introduction to the course, establishing the relation between course learning outcomes and program outcomes. Fundamental Concepts in Physiology: Organization of the human body, fluid compartments of the body and control systems2nd source pages: 3-9
2Cell Physiology and Membrane Transport Systems1st source pages: 3-12; 2nd source pages: 57-70
3Muscle Physiology1st source pages:13-18; 2nd source pages: 72-99
4Cardiovascular System: Heart1st source pages: 37-43
5Cardiovascular System: Circulation1st source pages: 43-48
6Blood Physiology1st souce pages:19-28
7Immune System1st source pages:22-25; 2nd source pages: 439-449
8Pulmonary System1st source pages: 29-36
9Urinary System1st source pages: 65-72
10Gastrointestinal System and Metabolism1st source pages: 49-56; 2nd source pages: 881-900
11Nervous System: Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems1st source pages: 87-102
12Sensory System1st source pages: 73-80
13Endocrine System1st source pages: 57-64
14Urogenital System and Evaluation of the Course1st source pages: 81-86
Resources
Powerpoint presentation slides.
1. Guyton Textbook of Medical Physiology 2.Vander Human Physiology 3. Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
PQ-1. He/She has the ability to monitor and evaluate the practical tools used in the field of dentistry, the literature containing the most up-to-date information and other resources.
2
PQ-2. He/She has the knowledge to evaluate the source, accuracy, reliability and validity of the information obtained in the field of dentistry. He/she integrates this information with the information of all disciplines in the field of health, analyzes it and uses it in his/her professional practices.
X
3
PQ-3. He/She interprets and evaluates scientifically proven data, identifies and analyzes problems, develops solution suggestions and provides the most ideal treatment for patients by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of dentistry.
4
PQ-4. He/She provides health education for individuals, families and society by integrating its knowledge in the field of dentistry with the knowledge of other health disciplines, creating interpretations and new information.
X
5
PQ-5. He/She clearly conveys her thoughts, problems and solution methods, and produces solutions to problems in line with scientific data and evidence by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge he/she has acquired in the field of dentistry.
6
PQ-6. He/She independently carries out a study related to the field of dentistry using her advanced knowledge
7
PQ-7. He/She takes responsibility as a team member or individually to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in dental applications.
8
PQ-8. He/She assumes the leadership role in solving problems in the field of dentistry, plans and manages activities for the development of employees under its responsibility and examines and evaluates the process.
9
PQ-9 He/She determines the learning needs and goals in the field of dentistry and directs its learning by accessing resources effectively and quickly. He/She is open to development, develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning and continues this behavior throughout her professional life.
10
PQ-10. He/She informs relevant people and institutions on issues related to the field of dentistry, listens to their thoughts, wishes and expectations, and conveys his/her own thoughts and solution suggestions to problems to experts and non-experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
11
PQ-11. He/she examines and improves his/her knowledge in the field of dentistry with his/her colleagues, patients and relatives, with a critical perspective specific to each individual.
12
PQ-12. He/She knows a foreign language (English) at a level that allows him/her to continue his/her professional development by following international publications and meetings in the field of dentistry and to communicate verbally and in writing with his/her colleagues.
13
PQ-13. He/She uses information and communication technologies along with knowledge of computer software and hardware at the level required by the field of dentistry.
14
PQ-14. While practicing dentistry, he/she respects social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of patient data and teaches these values.
15
PQ-15.He/She develops and implements strategies, policies and implementation plans on matters related to dentistry and evaluates the results within the framework of quality processes.
16
PQ-16. He/She uses the knowledge she has absorbed in the field of dentistry in interdisciplinary studies to solve oral and dental health problems of the individual and community.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 40
Rate of Final Exam to Success 60
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours14342
Guided Problem Solving000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report000
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Quiz000
Midterm Exam425100
General Exam14040
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Total Workload(Hour)182
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(182/30)6
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.

Detail Informations of the Course

Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
PHYSIOLOGY-Yearly64+0-6
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeCommittee Course
Course CoordinatorAssoc.Prof. Mustafa Çağlar BEKER
Name of Lecturer(s)Assoc.Prof. Mustafa Çağlar BEKER, Lect.Dr. Filiz ŞANLI SOYDAN
Assistant(s)
AimPhysiology is the study of how the body works: the ways in which cells, organs and the whole body functions, and how these functions are maintained in a changing environment
Course ContentThis course contains; Introduction to the course, establishing the relation between course learning outcomes and program outcomes. Fundamental Concepts in Physiology: Organization of the human body, fluid compartments of the body and control systems,Cell Physiology and Membrane Transport Systems,Muscle Physiology,Cardiovascular System: Heart,Cardiovascular System: Circulation,Blood Physiology,Immune System,Pulmonary System,Urinary System,Gastrointestinal System and Metabolism,Nervous System: Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems,Sensory System,Endocrine System,Urogenital System and Evaluation of the Course.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
On completion of this learning event, the students should be able to:10, 12, 16, 9A
III. Describe the basic principles and the mechanism of contraction of skeletal muscle.10, 12, 16, 9A
I. Describe the location and functions of all the hormones. II. Have an ability to discuss the results of abnormal levels of hormone production in detail.10, 12, 16, 9A
V. Explain cardiovascular regulation and patterns of cardiovascular response.10, 12, 16, 9A
I. Discuss the functions of the various glands in digestion in detail.10, 12, 16, 9A
I. Evaluate the basic concepts involved in the regulation of fluids and electrolytes. II. Relate the maintenance of normal fluid volume, composition and compartmental distribution of the body fluids to alterations in homeostatic conditions.10, 12, 16, 9A
II. Discuss oogenesis, spermatogenesis and related processes. III. Explain the process of fertilisation, pregnancy, parturition10, 12, 16, 9A
1. Explain introductory concepts of human physiology and discuss homeostatic principles. I. Discuss the cellular organisation of the body by referring to the functions and interactions of the different cell components. II. Explain the events involved in the generation and propagation of an action potential10, 12, 16, 9A
2. Explain basic physiological concepts of the nervous system. I. Discuss functional aspects of the different sections of the brain with special reference to the functional brain systems. II. Give an overview of receptor functions and the general senses of the body10, 12, 16, 9A
3. Explain the functional aspects specific organs of the endocrine system10, 12, 16, 9A
4. Explain the basic concepts of the blood circulation. I. Describe the formation, morphology, characteristics and specialised functions of blood cells. II. Explain and demonstrate with the aid of annotated diagrams the electrical events in the heart during one heart beat. III. Analyse the events of one cardiac cycle relate the heart sounds to the specific events in this cycle. IV. Discuss cardio dynamics by referring to the cardiac output, heart rate and stroke volume and explain the coordination of adjustments of these variables at different levels of activity.10, 12, 16, 9A
5. Discuss the relation between structure and function and explain the series of integrated processes in respiratory physiology as well as during the control of respiration.10, 12, 16, 9A
6. Explain the digestion and absorption of food in the gastrointestinal system in detail.10, 12, 16, 9A
7. Explain the basic principles of renal physiology in detail.10, 12, 16, 9A
8. Explain functional adaptations of the male and female reproductive organs. I. Describe the hormonal control of male and female reproduction10, 12, 16, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introduction to the course, establishing the relation between course learning outcomes and program outcomes. Fundamental Concepts in Physiology: Organization of the human body, fluid compartments of the body and control systems2nd source pages: 3-9
2Cell Physiology and Membrane Transport Systems1st source pages: 3-12; 2nd source pages: 57-70
3Muscle Physiology1st source pages:13-18; 2nd source pages: 72-99
4Cardiovascular System: Heart1st source pages: 37-43
5Cardiovascular System: Circulation1st source pages: 43-48
6Blood Physiology1st souce pages:19-28
7Immune System1st source pages:22-25; 2nd source pages: 439-449
8Pulmonary System1st source pages: 29-36
9Urinary System1st source pages: 65-72
10Gastrointestinal System and Metabolism1st source pages: 49-56; 2nd source pages: 881-900
11Nervous System: Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems1st source pages: 87-102
12Sensory System1st source pages: 73-80
13Endocrine System1st source pages: 57-64
14Urogenital System and Evaluation of the Course1st source pages: 81-86
Resources
Powerpoint presentation slides.
1. Guyton Textbook of Medical Physiology 2.Vander Human Physiology 3. Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
PQ-1. He/She has the ability to monitor and evaluate the practical tools used in the field of dentistry, the literature containing the most up-to-date information and other resources.
2
PQ-2. He/She has the knowledge to evaluate the source, accuracy, reliability and validity of the information obtained in the field of dentistry. He/she integrates this information with the information of all disciplines in the field of health, analyzes it and uses it in his/her professional practices.
X
3
PQ-3. He/She interprets and evaluates scientifically proven data, identifies and analyzes problems, develops solution suggestions and provides the most ideal treatment for patients by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of dentistry.
4
PQ-4. He/She provides health education for individuals, families and society by integrating its knowledge in the field of dentistry with the knowledge of other health disciplines, creating interpretations and new information.
X
5
PQ-5. He/She clearly conveys her thoughts, problems and solution methods, and produces solutions to problems in line with scientific data and evidence by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge he/she has acquired in the field of dentistry.
6
PQ-6. He/She independently carries out a study related to the field of dentistry using her advanced knowledge
7
PQ-7. He/She takes responsibility as a team member or individually to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in dental applications.
8
PQ-8. He/She assumes the leadership role in solving problems in the field of dentistry, plans and manages activities for the development of employees under its responsibility and examines and evaluates the process.
9
PQ-9 He/She determines the learning needs and goals in the field of dentistry and directs its learning by accessing resources effectively and quickly. He/She is open to development, develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning and continues this behavior throughout her professional life.
10
PQ-10. He/She informs relevant people and institutions on issues related to the field of dentistry, listens to their thoughts, wishes and expectations, and conveys his/her own thoughts and solution suggestions to problems to experts and non-experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
11
PQ-11. He/she examines and improves his/her knowledge in the field of dentistry with his/her colleagues, patients and relatives, with a critical perspective specific to each individual.
12
PQ-12. He/She knows a foreign language (English) at a level that allows him/her to continue his/her professional development by following international publications and meetings in the field of dentistry and to communicate verbally and in writing with his/her colleagues.
13
PQ-13. He/She uses information and communication technologies along with knowledge of computer software and hardware at the level required by the field of dentistry.
14
PQ-14. While practicing dentistry, he/she respects social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of patient data and teaches these values.
15
PQ-15.He/She develops and implements strategies, policies and implementation plans on matters related to dentistry and evaluates the results within the framework of quality processes.
16
PQ-16. He/She uses the knowledge she has absorbed in the field of dentistry in interdisciplinary studies to solve oral and dental health problems of the individual and community.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 40
Rate of Final Exam to Success 60
Total 100

Numerical Data

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