ANA629 Functional Anatomy of the Central Nervous System

6 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- . Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Unit INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
ANATOMY (MEDICINE) (PhD)
Code ANA629
Name Functional Anatomy of the Central Nervous System
Term 2025-2026 Academic Year
Term Fall and Spring
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 6 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Doktora Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. NESLİHAN BOYAN
Course Instructor
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.


Course Goal / Objective

The aim of this course is to provide a detailed examination of the structures of the central nervous system, to distinguish normal and variant central nervous system structures, to explain the anatomical basis of clinical cases and to interpret the relevant literature.

Course Content

The course is to distinguish the basic structure of the central nervous system, anatomical variations and clinical implications.

Course Precondition

There are no prerequisites

Resources

1. Güncel makaleler ve online kaynaklar 2. Dere Atlaslı Nöroanatomi ve Fonksiyonel Nöroloji

Notes

Human Anatomy Atlas


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Explains the anatomical structures of the central nervous system in detail.
LO02 Explains the neighbourhood of the central nervous system structures.
LO03 Distinguishes the integration of central nervous system structures.
LO04 Distinguish the relationship between central nervous system functions and disorders.
LO05 Discusses the surgical and radiological importance of the structures related to the central nervous system.
LO06 Evaluates the structures of the central nervous system through clinical cases.
LO07 Discusses current research in the literature from a critical perspective.
LO08 Uses central nervous system knowledge effectively in academic research.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Develops and deepens the current and advanced level knowledge of anatomy via unique thoughts or researches at a level of proficiency, find out original definitions that will bring innovation in the field of anatomy. 2
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Comprehends the interdisciplinary interactions related to anatomy; analyze, synthesize and evaluates original and new thoughts. 2
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the usage of tool, devices and instruments requiered for knowledge and technologies about anatomy and related disciplines.
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains importance of ethical rules and principles for individual and societies.
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Defines frequently used statistical methods in anatomy and related disciplines. 2
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Evaluates and uses new knowlegde about anatomy via systematic approach. 2
PLO07 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Develops a new thoughts, method and designment/application which is brings innovation in anatomy or implements a known thoughts, method and designment/application in different fields, investigates, comprehends, designs, adapts, implements an original topic.
PLO08 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Writes the report of his reaearch which he/she participated and publishes/presents in peer-reviewed national/international journals or scientific meeting.
PLO09 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Makes an critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and analytical thoughts. 2
PLO10 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Uses scientific research methods at an advanced level in their studies. 3
PLO11 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Makes necessary investigations by using tool, devices and instruments required for knowledge and technologies about anatomy and related disciplines at an advanced level, develops a new and creative solutions for problems.
PLO12 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Leads the solutions of problems regarding anatomy and related disciplines.
PLO13 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Performs the statistical analysis to evaulate scientific paper, publishes/presents in peer-reviewed national/international journals.
PLO14 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Develops the evidence based new methods and thoughts about anatomy by utilizing mechanisms of creative, critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making 2
PLO15 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Implements vocational development and life-long learning principles related to anatomy field in his/her studies.
PLO16 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Communicates effectively and competently with specialists about the anatomy and related fields during discussion while defending original thoughts of his/her 3
PLO17 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Discusses and makes visually, written and orally communication by using the C1 level for Common European Framework of Reference for Languages at an advanced level.
PLO18 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Communicates functionally by using mechanisms of ethical and strategic desicion for solving encountered problems, contributes to be and maintain process of information society by presenting scientific, technological, social and cultural advancements related to anatomy.
PLO19 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Chooses accurately statistical methods, implements, discusses accurately for his/her studies anatomy and related disciplines and analyzes-synthesize within the scope of ethical rules.
PLO20 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Uses the current developments and knowledge regar ding anatomy field for the benefits of the children, families, national values and societies in accordance with the facts of country.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Course introduction and introduction to the central nervous system Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
2 Brain anatomy Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
3 Brain membranes, brain ventricles and circulation of cerebrospinal fluid Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
4 Diencephalon Anatomy Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
5 Mesencephalon, pons and medulla oblongata anatomy Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
6 Anatomy of head pairs (I-VI) Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
7 Anatomy of head pairs (VII-XII) Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
8 Mid-Term Exam Presentation preparation and exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav, Ödev
9 Cerebellum anatomy Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
10 Medulla spinalis Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
11 Ascending and Descending Tract Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
12 Limbic System and Reticular Formation Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
13 Central nervous system vessels Related textbook and resource review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
14 Central nervous system in radiological imaging Radiology atlas and Articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Tartışma
15 Discussion on clinical cases Examination of clinical cases Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap
16 Term Exams Presentation preparation and exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav, Ödev
17 Term Exams Presentation preparation and exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev, Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 15 15
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10
Final Exam 1 20 20
Total Workload (Hour) 143
Total Workload / 25 (h) 5,72
ECTS 6 ECTS

Update Time: 09.05.2025 03:26