Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Physiological Psychology PSİ303 Turkish Compulsory 5. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Formal
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Erol UĞUR
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Erol UĞUR (Güz)
Goals The aim of the course is to understand the relationship between the brain and behavior by transferring physiological-based processes such as the nervous system, sensory and motor functions, learning processes, memory and emotions.
Course Content This course covers the field and research methods of physiological psychology; It includes topics such as mind-behavior relationship, structure of the nervous system, behavioral mechanisms, sensory functions, motor functions and emotions, motivation and physiological basis of motivation, functional disorders and the causes of these disorders, eating behavior and sleep health.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Recognizes the central and peripheral physical nervous system and explains its functioning.
2 Explain the connection of the nervous system with behaviors.
3 Recognize the structure of the nervous system.
4 Defines the structures of the central and peripheral nervous system.
5 Defines the activities of the central and peripheral nervous system.
6 Understands the control of our behavior by the nervous system.
7 Understand the relationship between hormones and feeding behavior
8 Realizes the relationship between sleep and mental health.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction, Mind Behavior Relationship Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
2. Week Nervous System 1 Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
3. Week Nervous System 2 Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
4. Week Peripheral Nervous System Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Class Hours (14 weeks)
5. Week Hormones Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
6. Week Hearing and other senses Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities
7. Week Emotions Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
8. Week MIDTERM EXAM Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Class Hours (14 weeks)
9. Week Feeding behaviors Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Verbal Expression Class Hours (14 weeks)
10. Week Sexual behavior Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities Verbal Expression Visual Presentation Preparation, After Class Study
11. Week Schizophrenia, Affective Disorders and Anxiety Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
12. Week Learning – Memory, Communication Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study
13. Week Sleep and biorythm Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
14. Week Attention Deficit, Substance Abuse Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Acquiring current theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of psychology
2 Understanding the scientific perspective of psychology and its approach to behavioral and mental processes from a historical perspective
3 Making critical thinking and interpretations based on the scientific knowledge acquired in the field of psychology
4 To have basic knowledge about the processes of relations between people and societies
5 Analyzing the problems encountered in both professional and personal life based on scientific methods specific to psychology
6 To learn the research methods and statistical analysis used in behavioral sciences and the programs required to carry out these analyzes
7 Acquiring basic knowledge and application skills about measurement tools used in psychology research
8 Behaving under ethical principles in professional life based on the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field of psychology
9 Independently plan, conduct, analyze, interpret and report research based on theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of psychology
10 Taking part in activities, research or projects for the benefit of society to use the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field of psychology
11 Effective use of interpersonal and intercultural communication skills in professional activities
12 Working in collaboration with all subfields of psychology and other disciplines
13 Learning internationally accepted scientific writing rules and acquiring the ability to write reports accordingly
14 Being an individual who respects human rights and dignity against all types of prejudice and discrimination
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6 DK7 DK8
PY1 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY3 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY7 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY8 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY9 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY10 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY11 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY12 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY13 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY14 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Carlson, N. R. (2011). Physiological psychology: Neural foundations of behavior (8th ed.) (Trans. Ed. M. Şahin). Nobel Academic Publishing.
  • Öktem, Ö. (2006). Introduction to behavioral neurophysiology. Palme Publishing.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours (14 weeks) 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 1 24.5 24.5
Other Activities 1 42 42
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 3 3
Homework 1 1 38.5 38.5
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0