| NEUROSCIENCE (ENGLISH, THESIS) | |||||
| Master | TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 | QF-EHEA: Second Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 7 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| NSC5001 | Introduction to Neuroscience | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| Language of instruction: | Turkish |
| Type of course: | Must Course |
| Course Level: | |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Assoc. Prof. SELEN GÜR ÖZMEN |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Assoc. Prof. SELEN GÜR ÖZMEN Prof. Dr. HASAN KEREM ALPTEKİN |
| Course Objectives: | To introduce the fundamental principles of neuroscience To present the structure and function of neural systems To understand how the nervous system controls behavior To prepare students for advanced study in various subfields of neuroscience |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: 1. Understand and explain the key concepts in neuroscience 2. Describe the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system 3. Identify the roles of major neurotransmitters and circuits 4. Analyze basic sensory, motor, and cognitive processes 5.Relate neuroscience principles to behavior and neurological disorders |
| The course is carried out in the classical method by presenting the weekly prepared topics by the lecturer to the students for discussion in class. |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction to Neuroscience | |
| 2) | History and Methods of Neuroscience | |
| 3) | Neurons and Glia | |
| 4) | Action Potentials and Synaptic Transmission | |
| 5) | Neurotransmitters and Neuromodulation | |
| 6) | Development of the Nervous System | |
| 7) | Sensory Systems | |
| 8) | Midterm Exam | |
| 9) | Motor Systems | |
| 10) | Brain Structures and Functions | |
| 11) | Learning, Memory, and Plasticity | |
| 12) | Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience | |
| 13) | Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders | |
| 14) | Future Directions in Neuroscience |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Ders notları ve güncel makaleler (haftalık olarak paylaşılacaktır) |
| References: | Eric Kandel et al., Principles of Neural Science Mark F. Bear et al., Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 14 | % 10 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 40 |
| Final | 1 | % 50 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Midterms | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Final | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Workload | 80 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Understands fundamental theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of neuroscience. | 5 |
| 2) | Gains advanced knowledge of the structure, functioning, and disorders of the nervous system. | 5 |
| 3) | Can design and analyze experiments using scientific research methods. | 3 |
| 4) | Communicates effectively and contributes to teamwork in multidisciplinary environments. | 3 |
| 5) | Conducts scientific research in accordance with ethical standards and reports results responsibly. | 2 |
| 6) | Follows current literature in neuroscience and makes critical evaluations. | 3 |
| 7) | Applies appropriate statistical methods to analyze neuroscientific data. | 3 |
| 8) | Develops original work in the field using new knowledge and technologies. | 4 |
| 9) | Evaluates the importance of neuroscience for individual and public health. | 3 |
| 10) | Effectively presents knowledge and skills through written, oral, and visual means. | 2 |