PHYS5009 Advanced NeurophysiologyIstinye UniversityDegree Programs Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Master) (with Thesis) (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Master) (with Thesis) (English)

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Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: PHYS5009
Course Name: Advanced Neurophysiology
Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
ECTS
8
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Master TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Second Cycle EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator: Öğr. Gör. KÜBRA KARDEŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Berrak Varhan
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of the course for each student;
To learn general information about physiological properties of nervous system
Course Content: Nervous physiology, central nervous system organization, brain and behavior, thalamus, hypothalamus, basal ganglia, cerebellum, reticular formation, control of motor cortex and voluntary movements, reflex, autonomic nervous system, blood-brain barrier and cerebrospinal fluid, speech, learning, memory, pain mechanisms, sleep physiology

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) 1. List the organs of the central nervous system and related systems, 2. Define the general structure of the cortex, primary and secondary areas, 3. Can explain the relationship between sensory and motor regions of the cortex, 4. Can discuss the physiology of the limbic system and hypothalamus, 5. Discuss the physiology of the brain stem, reticular formation, basal ganglia and cerebellum 6.Will be able to explain the formation of cerebrospinal fluid and cerebral blood flow.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) 1 Introduction to central nervous system physiology
2) 2 Brain stem and reticular formation
3) 3 Functional features of cortex structure
4) 4 Somatic sensory cortex
5) 5 Motor control of voluntary movement
6) 6 Motor control of voluntary movement
7) 7 Midterm
8) 8 Basal ganglia
9) 9 Cerebellum
10) 10 Limbic system and hypothalamus
11) 11 The regulation of cerebral blood circulation and cerebrospinal fluid physiology
12) 12 Sleep physiology
13) 13 Pain Physiology
14) 14 Final

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Klinik Nöroanatomi
References: 1. Principles of Neural Science, Eds. Kandel ER, Schwartz JH, Jessell TM, Siegelbaum SA, Hudspeth AJ, 2012
2. Neuroscience, Ed. Purves D, 2012
3. Review of MedicalPhysiology, Ed. Ganong WF, 2011
4. Berne&LevyPhysiology, Eds: Koeppen BN andStanton BA; 2010
5. MedicalPhysiology, A SystemsApproach, Raff H, Levitzky M, 2011

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

1

Program Outcomes
1) She/He has up-to-date reliable and evidence-based knowledge on Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.
2) She has the knowledge to apply evaluation and treatment methods in the field of physiotherapy, which she will specialize in.
3) She/he has sufficient knowledge about the legislation related to physiotherapy practices.
4) Makes evaluation and treatment program planning for individuals who require physiotherapy and rehabilitation by using the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field.
5) It directs professional evaluation, treatment and practices according to technological developments and health policies.
6) Analyzes problems and reflects them into practice by using field-specific knowledge and skills.
7) She/he works independently and takes responsibility by using her knowledge in the field of physiotherapy.
8) Conducts research in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, plans and manages project design and execution.
9) Develops new ideas in the field of physiotherapy and evaluates information sources with a critical approach.
10) Adopts lifelong learning and uses professional knowledge effectively and sets learning goals.
11) Expresses herself/himself effectively by using communication technologies by following resources on physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
12) Follows current developments in the field of health and communicates in interdisciplinary cooperation with a sense of social responsibility.
13) It acts in accordance with the legislation and professional ethical rules in cooperation with the relevant disciplines, taking into account the duties, rights and responsibilities in the physiotherapy and rehabilitation practices in which it is specialized.
14) It applies professional integrity and responsibility for the well-being of the individual, providing safety at every stage and creating the right model.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) She/He has up-to-date reliable and evidence-based knowledge on Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. 2
2) She has the knowledge to apply evaluation and treatment methods in the field of physiotherapy, which she will specialize in. 3
3) She/he has sufficient knowledge about the legislation related to physiotherapy practices. 2
4) Makes evaluation and treatment program planning for individuals who require physiotherapy and rehabilitation by using the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field. 3
5) It directs professional evaluation, treatment and practices according to technological developments and health policies. 1
6) Analyzes problems and reflects them into practice by using field-specific knowledge and skills. 2
7) She/he works independently and takes responsibility by using her knowledge in the field of physiotherapy. 3
8) Conducts research in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, plans and manages project design and execution. 2
9) Develops new ideas in the field of physiotherapy and evaluates information sources with a critical approach. 2
10) Adopts lifelong learning and uses professional knowledge effectively and sets learning goals. 3
11) Expresses herself/himself effectively by using communication technologies by following resources on physiotherapy and rehabilitation. 2
12) Follows current developments in the field of health and communicates in interdisciplinary cooperation with a sense of social responsibility. 1
13) It acts in accordance with the legislation and professional ethical rules in cooperation with the relevant disciplines, taking into account the duties, rights and responsibilities in the physiotherapy and rehabilitation practices in which it is specialized. 2
14) It applies professional integrity and responsibility for the well-being of the individual, providing safety at every stage and creating the right model. 3

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Total Workload 42