Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
1ANS117Physiology3+0+03313.10.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Associate Degree
Department / Program Anesthesia
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course It aims to explain the structure, development, physical, chemical and biological factors of cells, tissues, organs and systems.
Course Content This course aims to teach the physiological functioning of body systems starting from the cellular level. The course covers cell structure and general physiology, as well as the physiology of the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, blood, cardiovascular system, kidney and urine formation, respiratory system, digestive system, endocrine system, and sensory organs. It provides students with a holistic perspective on the normal functioning of organs and systems
Course Methods and Techniques Lecture (direct instruction), question-and-answer, discussion, and brainstorming techniques are used.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Instructor Nurgül GÜN
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources 2-Ganong, W. F., Medical Physiology, 20th edition, Translation: Turkish Physiological Sciences Association, Nobel Medicine Bookstores, Istanbul, 2002
1-Ackermann, U. (Edit., Alican İ.), PDQ Physiology, Med. Publications, 1st Edition Istanbul, 2006
Course Notes 1-Ackermann, U.(Edit., Alican İ.), PDQ Physiology, Med. Publications, 1st Edition Istanbul, 2006 2-Ganong, W. F., Medical Physiology, 20th edition, Translation: Turkish Physiological Sciences Association, Nobel Medicine Bookstores, Istanbul, 2002

Course Category
Health %100

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 14 3 42
Mid-terms 1 2 2
Final examination 1 4 4
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 3 90

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Explains the structure of the cell, basic physiological concepts, and the mechanism of homeostasis
2 Explains the structure and functioning of the nervous system and sensory organs
3 Defines the structures and physiological functions of the muscular, skeletal, and circulatory systems
4 Explains the composition and functions of blood, the coagulation mechanism, and blood groups.
5 Explains the basic physiological processes of the respiratory, digestive, excretory, and endocrine systems
6 Develops a holistic physiological perspective by evaluating the interrelations among body systems.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Cell and General Physiology Obtaining recommended resource books
2 Nervous System Physiology I Reading related resources
3 Physiology of the Nervous System II Reading related resources
4 Physiology of the Musculoskeletal System Reading related resources
5 Blood Physiology Reading related resources
6 Physiology of the Cardiovascular System I Reading related resources
7 Physiology of the Cardiovascular System II Reading related resources
8 Midterm Exam Reading related resources
9 Renal Physiology Reading related resources
10 Physiology of the Respiratory System I Reading related resources
11 Physiology of the Respiratory System II Reading related resources
12 Physiology of the Gastrointestinal System Reading related resources
13 Physiology of the Endocrine System I Reading related resources
14 Physiology of the Endocrine System II Reading related resources
15 General Review

 
Sustainable Development Goals
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
C1 5
C2 5
C3 5
C4 5
C5 5
C6 5 3

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant