BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
PSY1004 Essentials of Psychology Spring 3 0 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ITIR KAŞIKÇI
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HALE ÖGEL BALABAN
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BAHAR TANYAŞ
Assoc. Prof. SİMAY İKİER
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ARZU KARAKULAK
Assoc. Prof. OYA MORTAN SEVİ
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BEYZA TEPE COMOGLU
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BAŞAK TÜRKÜLER AKA
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SENA CÜRE
RA CAN SOYLU
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Course Objectives: This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to and overview of the science and practice of psychology. In this course, you will gain an understanding of the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes by providing them an overview of the history, perspectives, theories, fields, and challenges of Psychology.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Identify the theoretical (e.g. cognitive, social psychology) and applied fields (e.g., health psychology) of psychology.
2. Have knowledge about main theories and approaches of psychology (e.g, behavioral, cognitive).
3. Define sensation and perception, and differentiate two concepts in daily life.
4. Have knowledge about learning theories and basic principles of conditioning.
5. Learn basic concepts in social psychology
6. Have knowledge about memory, different approaches about memory
7. Define motivation and learn basic approaches about motivation and emotion
8. Learn different perspectives about intelligence
9. Have knowledge about personality and some personality theories
10. Discuss stress and coping and have knowledge about their relation with health

Course Content

In this class main topics that will be covered, definition of psychology,sensation and perception,learning: the role of experience,social thinking and behavior,memory,motivation and emotion,intelligence,personality,adjusting to life: Stress, coping and health

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the class
2) Introduction: What is psychology?
3) Sensation and Perception
4) Sensation and Perception
5) Learning: The role of experience
6) Social Thinking and Behavior
7) Social Thinking and Behavior
8) Memory
9) Motivation and emotion
10) Abnormal behaviors
11) Intelligence
12) Personality
13) Adjusting to life: Stress, coping and health
14) Review of the class

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Passer, M. W. & Smith, R. E. (2009). Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behavior (4th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill.
References: Passer, M. W. & Smith, R. E. (2009). Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behavior (4th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 5
Homework Assignments 2 % 35
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 80
Homework Assignments 1 5
Midterms 1 2
Final 2 4
Total Workload 133

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) Adequate knowledge of subjects specific to mathematics (analysis, linear, algebra, differential equations, statistics), science (physics, chemistry, biology) and related engineering discipline, and the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems.
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex Biomedical Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose
3) Design complex Biomedical systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Biomedical Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Design and conduct numerical or physical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Biomedical Engineering.
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Biomedical Engineering-related problems.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, oral and written, to have gained the level of English language knowledge (European Language Portfolio B1 general level) to follow the innovations in the field of Biomedical Engineering; gain the ability to write and understand written reports effectively, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9) Having knowledge for the importance of acting in accordance with the ethical principles of biomedical engineering and the awareness of professional responsibility and ethical responsibility and the standards used in biomedical engineering applications
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Biomedical Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Biomedical Engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions.