NEUROSCIENCE (ENGLISH, THESIS)
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
NSC5003 Introduction to the Nervous System Fall 3 0 3 7

Basic information

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 basic structure and organization of the nervous system.
To understand how neurons communicate and process information.
To describe functional systems such as sensory, motor, and autonomic pathways.
To prepare students for more advanced courses in neurophysiology and systems neuroscience.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Identify major structures of the central and peripheral nervous systems.
Explain the basic physiology of neurons and synapses.
Describe how sensory and motor pathways are organized.
Understand the functional roles of key brain regions.
Communicate neuroscience concepts using accurate terminology.

Course Content

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.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Overview of the Nervous System
2) Neurons and Glial Cells
3) Action Potentials and Membrane Potentials
4) Synaptic Transmission
5) Neurotransmitters and Receptors
6) Organization of the Central Nervous System
7) Brainstem and Spinal Cord
8) Midterm exam
9) Sensory Systems
10) Motor Systems
11) Autonomic Nervous System
12) Functional Anatomy of the Brain
13) Plasticity and Development
14) Review and Final Project Presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ders notları
References: Bear, Connors, Paradiso. Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (4th Edition)
Kandel et al. Principles of Neural Science
Ders sırasında paylaşılan güncel makaleler ve slaytlar

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 2 28
Homework Assignments 1 2 2
Midterms 1 3 3
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 78

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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. 2
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. 4
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. 2
10) Effectively presents knowledge and skills through written, oral, and visual means. 2