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| Code | PSI205 |
| Name | Physiological Psychology |
| Semester | 3. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | KÜBRA AKILLIOĞLU |
Course Goal
Aim of the course is to give information about biological basis of normal and abnormal behavior.
Course Content
This course includes concepts about biological bases of human behavior, anatomy and physiology of nervous system, biological mechanisms underlying emotion, motivation, learning, and memory.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience (Neil R. Carlson) Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology
Notes
Mark F. Bear, Barry W. Connors, Michael A. Paradiso (2015) Neuroscience (Exploring the brain)
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Describes gross anatomical distinctions of the nervous system. |
| LO02 | Explains the structure and functions of nervous system cells. |
| LO03 | Comprehends the neural mechanism of learning and memory. |
| LO04 | Comprehends how the brain controls movement. |
| LO05 | Explains how the brain organizes sensory information to perceptual experience. |
| LO06 | Explains what genetic and biochemical factors determine psychiatric and neurological problems. |
| LO07 | Comprehends what drives motivational behaviors, such as sex, sleep and food intake. |
| LO08 | Comprehends how the brain develops and what is the plasticity. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the approaches and concepts related to the theoretical and application areas of psychology. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | 1 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | 2 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. | 2 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. | 5 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | 4 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology in an interdisciplinary team. | 4 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | 1 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | 2 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neurons, Neurotransmission and Communication | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Neuroanatomy and Brain Mapping | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Genes and Evolution | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Development and Plasticity of the Brain | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Visual System-I | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Visual System-II | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Non-Visual Sensory Systems | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | The Biopsychology of Motivation | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Sleep and Biological Rhythms | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Biopsychology of Emotions, Stress and Health | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Memory, Learning and Amnesia | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Lateralisation and Language | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Biological Basis of Behavior Disorders-I | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Biological Basis of Behavior Disorders-II | Source reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||