Psychology
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences
Programme of Psychology
Course Details
Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences
Programme of Psychology
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03151012 | Brain and Behavior | 2025 | Autumn | 5 | 3+0+0 | 3 | 5 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Cycle | Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Face-to-Face Presentation |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | - |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Content
This course covers the basic structures and functions of the brain, relating them to behavioral examples and everyday life. Processes such as perception, emotion, memory, and decision-making are examined within a simple and holistic framework, showing how they are shaped through interaction with the brain. The course aims to develop a multi-factorial and dynamic understanding of the brain and behavior that does not reduce behavior to a single brain region.
Objectives of the Course
This course examines the relationship between human behavior and the brain using a case-based approach connected to daily life, without resorting to rote memorization. The goal is for students to understand that the brain is not a system that "determines"behavior on its own, but rather one that interacts with behavior.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | To have the theory, theory and application skills of psychology. | 3 |
| P11 | Has the ability to interact between the basic subfields of psychology and multidisciplinary fields. | 3 |
| P12 | Has the basic knowledge to observe and explain the cognitive, emotional and social relationships of individuals in multiple ways. | 3 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Defines the fundamental concepts and terminology of psychology and explains the history of psychological theories and models. | P.1.1 | 1 |
| O2 | Keeps up with scientific and current developments in the field of psychology, accessing relevant information and enhances the ability to understand information and grasps fundamental concepts. | P.3.1 | 1 |
| O3 | Evaluates the interaction between fundamental subfields and multidisciplinary areas, comprehending the outcomes. | P.11.5 | 1 |
| O4 | Analyzes the reasons and consequences of human behaviors. | P.12.5 | 1 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | How Does the Brain Produce Behavior? |
| 2 | The General Organization of the Brain |
| 3 | Brain Lobes and Behavior |
| 4 | The Brain of the Emotions |
| 5 | Memory and Brain |
| 6 | Perception, Attention, and Consciousness |
| 7 | Decision-Making and Behavior |
| 8 | Brain Damage and Behavioral Changes |
| 9 | Brain, Personality, and Self |
| 10 | Student Presentations |
| 11 | Student Presentations |
| 12 | Student Presentations |
| 13 | Student Presentations |
| 14 | Overall Assessment |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Carlson, N. R.. Fizyolojik psikoloji: Davranışın sinirsel temelleri. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık (Ankara). |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Field Study | 1 | 10 (%) |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | 1 | 10 (%) |
| Projects | - | - |
| Listening | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 30 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 50 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Midterms | 1 | 14 | 14 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 1 | 14 | 14 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 14 | 14 |
| Other | 1 | 14 | 14 |
| Total Work Load: | 140 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 4,67 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 5 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P3 | P11 | P12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Defines the fundamental concepts and terminology of psychology and explains the history of psychological theories and models. | 3 | - | - | - |
| O2 | Keeps up with scientific and current developments in the field of psychology, accessing relevant information and enhances the ability to understand information and grasps fundamental concepts. | - | 3 | - | - |
| O3 | Evaluates the interaction between fundamental subfields and multidisciplinary areas, comprehending the outcomes. | - | - | 3 | - |
| O4 | Analyzes the reasons and consequences of human behaviors. | - | - | - | 3 |