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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of Psychology
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
03120004 General Biology 1 Spring 2 3+0+0 3 6
Course Type Compulsory
Course Cycle Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6)
Course Language Turkish
Methods and Techniques -
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Prerequisites -
Coordinator -
Instructor(s) Asst. Prof. Elif GÜLBAHÇE MUTLU
Instructor Assistant(s) -
Course Instructor(s)
Name and Surname Room E-Mail Address Internal Meeting Hours
Asst. Prof. Elif GÜLBAHÇE MUTLU B-Z02 [email protected] 7412
Course Content
In this course, students are taught the origin of life, the formation of the universe, endosymbiotic hypothesis; Cell, cell organelles, chemical structure of the cell; Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids; Cell metabolism and Enzymes, Mutations; Protein synthesis; Eukaryotic and prokaryotic cell; Cell cycle, mitosis, meiosis Tissues; Reproduction and development; Mendelian Genetics; Evolution and diversity of the nervous system; Behavioral Biology.
Objectives of the Course
It is aimed to give the basic properties of living things at the conceptual level.
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. 1
P2 Has the ability to access scientific and up-to-date information specific to the field, to observe, evaluate and explain the accuracy, validity and reliability of the information. 5
P3 To be able to follow scientific and current developments in the field of psychology, to question and comment on the accuracy, validity and reliability of information in a creative, critical and dynamic way. 3
P4 Has research techniques and statistical analysis skills used in scientific studies in the field of psychology. To be able to use relevant statistical programs (SPSS, AMOS, LISREL, etc.) in the field. 2
P5 To be able to follow the domestic and foreign literature by using the written / visual records in the science of psychology with critical thinking skills. 1
P6 Adheres to the ethical principles of competence/competence, beneficence and non-harm, responsibility, honesty, respect for human rights and non-discrimination accepted by the Turkish Psychological Association. 1
P7 Supports the field practices of professional subjects with trainings, workshops, conferences, symposiums, seminars, etc. that contribute to personal and professional development in line with the principle of lifelong learning. 1
P8 Has the ability to take part in individual and team (in-group, inter-group) studies and leadership skills in academic activities. 3
P9 To be able to analyze and synthesize information in current media and cross-cultural literature related to psychology with critical thinking and creative literacy skills. 4
P10 Has the ability to produce culturally specific practical solutions within the scope of community service by addressing the problems encountered in the light of scientific methods. 4
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. 1
P13 To be able to express by establishing a connection between at least two different courses outside the field that contribute to the general culture of the individual. 1
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 Develops new approaches by integrating existing psychological theories and models, and designs new methodologies for psychological research. P.1.5 1
O2 Can access scientific and current information specific to their field, define this information, and understand it. P.2.1 1
O3 Can apply the acquired information to real-world situations and understand how to use this information in the process. P.2.2 1
O4 Can observe, evaluate, and understand the accuracy, validity, and reliability of information. P.2.3 1
O5 Can integrate information obtained from various sources, develop new ideas and solutions, and understand this process. P.2.4 1
O6 Can critically evaluate the effectiveness, significance, and contribution of information and practices to society, and understand the outcomes of these evaluations. P.2.5 1
O7 Applies knowledge contextually and evaluates information critically. P.3.3 1
O8 Critiques scientific and current information, evaluates sources, and questions the accuracy, validity, and reliability of knowledge. P.3.4 1
O9 Combines information to create new viewpoints and interpretations. P.3.5 1
O10 Dynamically questions information, ensuring continuous access to up-to-date knowledge, and provides interpretations. P.3.6 1
O11 Understands the research techniques used in the field of psychology and the fundamental concepts of statistics. P.4.1 1
O12 Researches written and visual records within the field of psychology and understands both local and foreign literature. P.5.1 1
O13 Analyzes the information in the literature, compares different sources, and evaluates them with a critical perspective. P.5.3 1
O14 Supports personal and professional development through activities such as training, workshops, conferences, symposiums, seminars, etc., in line with the principle of lifelong learning. P.7.2 1
O15 Analyzes the training activities attended, evaluates their content, and criticizes how they can contribute to personal and professional development. P.7.3 1
O16 Understands the importance of individual and team collaboration in academic activities and comprehends the value of such collaborative opportunities. P.8.1 1
O17 Accesses and comprehends information related to psychology in the contemporary media. P.9.1 1
O18 Addresses and analyzes problems using scientific methods. P.10.2 1
O19 Produces new practical solutions using the information obtained from scientific analysis. P.10.5 1
O20 Evaluates the interaction between fundamental subfields and multidisciplinary areas, comprehending the outcomes. P.11.5 1
O21 To be able to find the difference between different disciplines. P.13.1 1
O22 To be able to interpret the concept of lifelong learning. P.13.2 1
O23 To be able to organize collaboration with different disciplines. P.13.4 1
O24 To be able to explain the issues related to lifelong learning. P.13.5 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 structure of the cell
2 Chemical structure of the cell
3 Cell membrane
4 Sitoplazma ve organeller
5 Cytoskeleton
6 Cell connections
7 Midterm Exam
8 Transport across the cell membrane
9 Cell senescence, apoptosis, necrosis
10 The genome and its organization
11 Cell cycle and its regulation
12 Cell division
13 DNA damage and repair mechanisms
14 Mendelian Genetics
Textbook or Material
Resources General Biology / Prof. Dr. Abdurrahman Aktümsek , Prof. Dr. Muhsin Konuk NOBEL ACADEMIC PUBLISHING
The Cell: A Molecular Approach: Cooper, Geoffrey
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance 1 70 (%)
Laboratory - -
Practice - -
Field Study - -
Homework - -
Presentation - -
Projects - -
Listening - -
Midterms 1 40 (%)
Final Exam 1 60 (%)
Total 170 (%)
ECTS / Working Load Table
Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Week Number and Time 12 3 36
Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) 14 8 112
Midterms 1 30 30
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 0 0 0
Final Exam 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0
Total Work Load: 178
Total Work Load / 30 5,93
Course ECTS Credits: 6
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P13
O1 Develops new approaches by integrating existing psychological theories and models, and designs new methodologies for psychological research. 1 - - - - - - - - - -
O2 Can access scientific and current information specific to their field, define this information, and understand it. - 3 - - - - - - - - -
O3 Can apply the acquired information to real-world situations and understand how to use this information in the process. - 3 - - - - - - - - -
O4 Can observe, evaluate, and understand the accuracy, validity, and reliability of information. - 3 - - - - - - - - -
O5 Can integrate information obtained from various sources, develop new ideas and solutions, and understand this process. - 3 - - - - - - - - -
O6 Can critically evaluate the effectiveness, significance, and contribution of information and practices to society, and understand the outcomes of these evaluations. - 3 - - - - - - - - -
O7 Applies knowledge contextually and evaluates information critically. - - 3 - - - - - - - -
O8 Critiques scientific and current information, evaluates sources, and questions the accuracy, validity, and reliability of knowledge. - - 3 - - - - - - - -
O9 Combines information to create new viewpoints and interpretations. - - 3 - - - - - - - -
O10 Dynamically questions information, ensuring continuous access to up-to-date knowledge, and provides interpretations. - - 3 - - - - - - - -
O11 Understands the research techniques used in the field of psychology and the fundamental concepts of statistics. - - - 3 - - - - - - -
O12 Researches written and visual records within the field of psychology and understands both local and foreign literature. - - - - 3 - - - - - -
O13 Analyzes the information in the literature, compares different sources, and evaluates them with a critical perspective. - - - - 3 - - - - - -
O14 Supports personal and professional development through activities such as training, workshops, conferences, symposiums, seminars, etc., in line with the principle of lifelong learning. - - - - - 3 - - - - -
O15 Analyzes the training activities attended, evaluates their content, and criticizes how they can contribute to personal and professional development. - - - - - 3 - - - - -
O16 Understands the importance of individual and team collaboration in academic activities and comprehends the value of such collaborative opportunities. - - - - - - 3 - - - -
O17 Accesses and comprehends information related to psychology in the contemporary media. - - - - - - - 1 - - -
O18 Addresses and analyzes problems using scientific methods. - - - - - - - - 1 - -
O19 Produces new practical solutions using the information obtained from scientific analysis. - - - - - - - - 1 - -
O20 Evaluates the interaction between fundamental subfields and multidisciplinary areas, comprehending the outcomes. - - - - - - - - - 1 -
O21 To be able to find the difference between different disciplines. - - - - - - - - - - 1
O22 To be able to interpret the concept of lifelong learning. - - - - - - - - - - 1
O23 To be able to organize collaboration with different disciplines. - - - - - - - - - - 1
O24 To be able to explain the issues related to lifelong learning. - - - - - - - - - - 1