PSYCHOLOGY
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
GEP0641 Genesis of Life Spring 3 0 3 5
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction: En
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. İBRAHİM ERTUĞRUL YALÇIN
Course Objectives: Within the scope of the Genesis of Life course, it aims to teach the original history and physiological development processes of organisms. It is aimed to understand the variability between populations through phenotype and genotype differences.

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1. To recognize the typical structural and physiological characteristics of living things.
2. To recognize the evolutionary history of organisms.
3. To examine the physiological development processes of organisms.
4. To examine the populations of a species in terms of hereditary-based traits.
5. To classfy basic concepts about the origin of life.
6. To recognize the environmental adaptations of organisms.

Course Content

In this course, students will be taught the origin of life and the basic concepts of evolutionary biology by explaining organisms' evolutionary history and physiological development processes. In addition, students will be able to understand the current importance of evolutionary biology and evaluate environmental adaptations and modern scientific applications.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Basic Concepts on the Genesis of Life
2) Genesis of Life and Evolution Theories
3) Biodiversity and Classification
4) Phylogenetic Trees and Evolutionary Relationships of Organisms
5) Basic Principles of Evolutionary Biology
6) The Role of Genetic Variation and Natural Selection; Adaptation and Environmental Adaptations of Living Organisms
7) Cell Biology and Physiology on the Genesis of Life
8) Midterm
9) Cellular Structures, Physiology, and Functions of Organisms
10) Evolutionary Biology and Current Applications
11) Applications of Evolutionary Biology in Genetic Engineering, Medicine, and Environmental Sciences
12) The Impact of Evolutionary Biology on Today's Scientific Discoveries and Social Problems
13) Presentation/Seminar
14) Presentation/Seminar

Sources

Course Notes: Book: "Biological Science" Authors: Scott Freeman, Kim Quillin, Lizabeth Allison, Michael Black, Greg Podgorski, Emily Taylor, and Jeff Carmichael Publishet: Pearson Year: 2019 ISBN-13: 9780135934302 Book: "Oxford Handbook of Evolution, Biology, and Society" Author: Dr. Rosemary Hopcroft Publisher: Oxford University Press Year: 2018 ISBN-13: 9780190299323
References: Kitap Adı: "Biological Science" Yazarlar: Scott Freeman, Kim Quillin, Lizabeth Allison, Michael Black, Greg Podgorski, Emily Taylor, and Jeff Carmichael Yayınevi: Pearson Yıl: 2019 ISBN-13: 9780135934302 Kitap Adı: "Oxford Handbook of Evolution, Biology, and Society" Yazar: Dr. Rosemary Hopcroft Yayınevi: Oxford University Press Yıl: 2018 ISBN-13: 9780190299323

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 0
Laboratory % 0
Application % 0
Field Work % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) % 0
Quizzes % 0
Homework Assignments % 0
Presentation 2 % 20
Project % 0
Seminar % 0
Midterms 1 % 30
Preliminary Jury % 0
Final 1 % 50
Paper Submission % 0
Jury % 0
Bütünleme % 0
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application 0 0 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 0 0 0
Field Work 0 0 0
Study Hours Out of Class 11 4 44
Presentations / Seminar 2 18 36
Project 0 0 0
Homework Assignments 0 0 0
Quizzes 0 0 0
Preliminary Jury 0 0 0
Midterms 1 2 2
Paper Submission 0 0 0
Jury 0 0 0
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 123

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) To develop an interest in the human mind and behavior, to be able to evaluate theories using empirical findings, to understand that psychology is an evidence-based science by acquiring critical thinking skills. 2
2) To gain a biopsychosocial perspective on human behavior. To understand the biological, psychological, and social variables of behavior. 1
3) To learn the basic concepts in psychology and the theoretical and practical approaches used to study them (e.g. basic observation and interview techniques). 1
4) To acquire the methods and skills to access and write information using English as the dominant language in the psychological literature, to recognize and apply scientific research and data evaluation techniques (e.g. correlational, experimental, cross-sectional and longitudinal studies, case studies). 1
5) To be against discrimination and prejudice; to have ethical concerns while working in research and practice areas. 1
6) To recognize the main subfields of psychology (experimental, developmental, clinical, cognitive, social and industrial/organizational psychology) and their related fields of study and specialization. 1
7) To acquire the skills necessary for analyzing, interpreting and presenting the findings as well as problem posing, hypothesizing and data collection, which are the basic elements of scientific studies. 1
8) To gain the basic knowledge and skills necessary for psychological assessment and evaluation. 1
9) To acquire basic knowledge of other disciplines (medicine, genetics, biology, economics, sociology, political science, communication, philosophy, anthropology, literature, law, art, etc.) that will contribute to psychology and to use this knowledge in the understanding and interpretation of psychological processes. 5
10) To develop sensitivity towards social problems; to take responsibility in activities that benefit the field of psychology and society. 2
11) To have problem solving skills and to be able to develop the necessary analytical approaches for this. 3
12) To be able to criticize any subject in business and academic life and to be able to express their thoughts. 3