Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILOSOPHY of SCIENCE & MEDICINE | - | Yearly | 12+0 | - | 1 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Committee Course |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Ayten ALTINTAŞ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Zekai ŞEN |
| Assistant(s) | To equip students with the understanding regarding the relationship between science and truth from an historical perspective. |
| Aim | Explain what thinking means and to teach how to think more correctly. |
| Course Content | This course contains; History of Science,History of Medicine,Philosophy Principles and Types,Philosophy of Information,Principles and Types of Thinking,The Definition and Principles of Science,Principles of Logic and Proposition Rules,Verbal Diagnostics,Fuzzy Logic,Numerical and Graphical Diagnostics,Medicine and Fuzzy Logic Inference,Medicine and Human Engineering. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Will be able to understand what the philosophy of science represents. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 1.1. Explain the difference between scientific knowledge and normal knowledge. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 1.2. Explain what scientific knowledge means. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 2. Will be able to explain the prominent figures and their theories in philosophy of science. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 2.1. Explain falsification principle of Popper. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 2.2. Explain paradigm principle of Kuhn. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 2.3. Explain scientific research program of Lakatos. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 3. Will be able to explain world views from an historical perspective. | 19, 9 | A |
| 3.1. Explain earth-centric scientific understanding. | 13, 9 | A |
| 3.2. Explain universe-centric scientific understanding. | 13, 19, 9 | A |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | History of Science | |
| 2 | History of Medicine | |
| 3 | Philosophy Principles and Types | |
| 4 | Philosophy of Information | |
| 5 | Principles and Types of Thinking | |
| 6 | The Definition and Principles of Science | |
| 7 | Principles of Logic and Proposition Rules | |
| 8 | Verbal Diagnostics | |
| 9 | Fuzzy Logic | |
| 10 | Numerical and Graphical Diagnostics | |
| 11 | Medicine and Fuzzy Logic Inference | |
| 12 | Medicine and Human Engineering |
| Resources |
| Lecture Notes |
| - Clifford D. Conner, Halkın Bilim Tarihi, Tübitak Yayınları, 2012. - Jared Diamond, Tüfek Mikrop ve Çelik, Tübitak Yayınları, 2013. - John Waller, Mikrobun Keşfi, Tübitak Yayınları, 2014. - Richard DeWitt, Worldviews, Wiley-Blackwell, 2010. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Knows structural (morphological) and operational (functional) properties of the normal human (medical) and disorder (disease) states | ||||||
| 2 | Knows diagnostic methods and treatment modalities of disorders (diseases). | X | |||||
| 3 | Knows the causes of disease conditions, ways of protection and methods of promoting and improving community health. | X | |||||
| 4 | Knows the methods of developing and applying health related knowledge at advanced level. | X | |||||
| 5 | Able to reach multidisciplinary advanced knowledge regarding health-related disciplines, interpret and apply the knowledge. | X | |||||
| 6 | Performs a complete clinical examination of human body structurally and functionally and identifies problems. | ||||||
| 7 | Interprets laboratory results for diagnosis, compares with clinical data and develop solution proposals. | ||||||
| 8 | Selects and implements appropriate tools for the promotion and development of individual and community health. | X | |||||
| 9 | Plans and conducts an advanced study on health independently. | ||||||
| 10 | Develops new strategic approaches to solve the problems encountered in the promotion and development of individual and community health. | ||||||
| 11 | Takes the responsibility of any type of practice when diagnosing and treating human body | ||||||
| 12 | Takes the role as a leader or a team worker when solving health related problems. | ||||||
| 13 | Evaluates knowledge and skills regarding health with a critical approach and develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 14 | Informs the patient, related people, institutions and the society about the health problems and transfers solution proposals in writing, verbally and visually using effective communication means. | ||||||
| 15 | Critically reviews, develops and acts on changes in social relations and norms that guide such relationships. | ||||||
| 16 | Uses English at least at the European Language Portfolio B2 Level, monitors knowledge and communicates in his field. | ||||||
| 17 | Able to use advanced computer skills and informatics and communication technologies at a level required by the field. | ||||||
| 18 | Acquires, interprets, implements and announces data related to the health and acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values and teaches these values. | X | |||||
| 19 | Develops strategies, policy and implementation plans in the field of health and evaluates the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. | ||||||
| 20 | Shares studies on the promotion and development of health with interdisciplinary specialists systematically, supporting with quantitative and qualitative data. | ||||||
| 21 | Has adequate awareness on occupational health and safety issues. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 1 | 14 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 14 | 1 | 14 | |||
| 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 | 6 | 6 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 6 | 6 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 40 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(40/30) | 1 | |||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILOSOPHY of SCIENCE & MEDICINE | - | Yearly | 12+0 | - | 1 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Committee Course |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Ayten ALTINTAŞ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Zekai ŞEN |
| Assistant(s) | To equip students with the understanding regarding the relationship between science and truth from an historical perspective. |
| Aim | Explain what thinking means and to teach how to think more correctly. |
| Course Content | This course contains; History of Science,History of Medicine,Philosophy Principles and Types,Philosophy of Information,Principles and Types of Thinking,The Definition and Principles of Science,Principles of Logic and Proposition Rules,Verbal Diagnostics,Fuzzy Logic,Numerical and Graphical Diagnostics,Medicine and Fuzzy Logic Inference,Medicine and Human Engineering. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Will be able to understand what the philosophy of science represents. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 1.1. Explain the difference between scientific knowledge and normal knowledge. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 1.2. Explain what scientific knowledge means. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 2. Will be able to explain the prominent figures and their theories in philosophy of science. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 2.1. Explain falsification principle of Popper. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 2.2. Explain paradigm principle of Kuhn. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 2.3. Explain scientific research program of Lakatos. | 10, 13, 16, 6, 9 | A, E |
| 3. Will be able to explain world views from an historical perspective. | 19, 9 | A |
| 3.1. Explain earth-centric scientific understanding. | 13, 9 | A |
| 3.2. Explain universe-centric scientific understanding. | 13, 19, 9 | A |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | History of Science | |
| 2 | History of Medicine | |
| 3 | Philosophy Principles and Types | |
| 4 | Philosophy of Information | |
| 5 | Principles and Types of Thinking | |
| 6 | The Definition and Principles of Science | |
| 7 | Principles of Logic and Proposition Rules | |
| 8 | Verbal Diagnostics | |
| 9 | Fuzzy Logic | |
| 10 | Numerical and Graphical Diagnostics | |
| 11 | Medicine and Fuzzy Logic Inference | |
| 12 | Medicine and Human Engineering |
| Resources |
| Lecture Notes |
| - Clifford D. Conner, Halkın Bilim Tarihi, Tübitak Yayınları, 2012. - Jared Diamond, Tüfek Mikrop ve Çelik, Tübitak Yayınları, 2013. - John Waller, Mikrobun Keşfi, Tübitak Yayınları, 2014. - Richard DeWitt, Worldviews, Wiley-Blackwell, 2010. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Knows structural (morphological) and operational (functional) properties of the normal human (medical) and disorder (disease) states | ||||||
| 2 | Knows diagnostic methods and treatment modalities of disorders (diseases). | X | |||||
| 3 | Knows the causes of disease conditions, ways of protection and methods of promoting and improving community health. | X | |||||
| 4 | Knows the methods of developing and applying health related knowledge at advanced level. | X | |||||
| 5 | Able to reach multidisciplinary advanced knowledge regarding health-related disciplines, interpret and apply the knowledge. | X | |||||
| 6 | Performs a complete clinical examination of human body structurally and functionally and identifies problems. | ||||||
| 7 | Interprets laboratory results for diagnosis, compares with clinical data and develop solution proposals. | ||||||
| 8 | Selects and implements appropriate tools for the promotion and development of individual and community health. | X | |||||
| 9 | Plans and conducts an advanced study on health independently. | ||||||
| 10 | Develops new strategic approaches to solve the problems encountered in the promotion and development of individual and community health. | ||||||
| 11 | Takes the responsibility of any type of practice when diagnosing and treating human body | ||||||
| 12 | Takes the role as a leader or a team worker when solving health related problems. | ||||||
| 13 | Evaluates knowledge and skills regarding health with a critical approach and develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 14 | Informs the patient, related people, institutions and the society about the health problems and transfers solution proposals in writing, verbally and visually using effective communication means. | ||||||
| 15 | Critically reviews, develops and acts on changes in social relations and norms that guide such relationships. | ||||||
| 16 | Uses English at least at the European Language Portfolio B2 Level, monitors knowledge and communicates in his field. | ||||||
| 17 | Able to use advanced computer skills and informatics and communication technologies at a level required by the field. | ||||||
| 18 | Acquires, interprets, implements and announces data related to the health and acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values and teaches these values. | X | |||||
| 19 | Develops strategies, policy and implementation plans in the field of health and evaluates the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. | ||||||
| 20 | Shares studies on the promotion and development of health with interdisciplinary specialists systematically, supporting with quantitative and qualitative data. | ||||||
| 21 | Has adequate awareness on occupational health and safety issues. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |