Faculty of Medicine
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Medical School
Programme of Faculty of Medicine
Course Details
Medical School
Programme of Faculty of Medicine
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KURUL11 | Cell Structure | 2026 | Autumn | 1 | 124+0+22 | 10 | 12 |
| 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 | In this course committee, teaching methods such as theoretical lectures, question–answer sessions, interactive discussions, and student-centered learning activities are utilized. Practical training includes laboratory applications, microscope usage, demonstration-based instruction, and hands-on skill training. In addition, problem-based learning, individual study, and group work are employed to support students'active learning processes. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | There are no prerequisites for this course. |
| Coordinator | Assoc. Prof. Tuğçe DURAN |
| Instructor(s) | Assoc. Prof. Tuğçe DURAN |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Res. Asst. Fatma Nur TÜRKOĞLU | B-Z01 | [email protected] | 7260 | Wednesday 11:00-12:00 |
| Asst. Prof. Elif GÜLBAHÇE MUTLU | B-Z02 | [email protected] | 7412 | Thursday 13:30-15:30 |
| Res. Asst. Fatma Zehra ERBAYRAM | B-Z10 | [email protected] | 7909 | |
| Asst. Prof. Levent SARIYILDIZ | B-Z12 | [email protected] | 7311 | Thursday 11:00-12:00 |
| Asst. Prof. Hatice Nur ŞEFLEK | B-Z06 | [email protected] | 7583 | |
| Res. Asst. Zeliha TUNCER | B-Z06 | [email protected] | 7441 |
Course Content
The curriculum consists of required core courses (Anatomy, Medical Biochemistry, Medical Biology, Behavioral Sciences and Psychiatry, History of Medicine and Medical Ethics, Histology and Embryology, Biophysics, Medical Education and Informatics, Medical Practice, and Panel) and elective courses. Theoretical courses are held in seminar rooms with full attendance; practical sessions are conducted in the Basic Medical Sciences Laboratories.
Objectives of the Course
In this course, students will learn:
• The fundamentals of medical physics;
• Basic concepts related to medical informatics;
• The structure and functional characteristics of the cell;
• The technical specifications and methods of use for microscopes employed in medical sciences and diagnostics;
• The basic structures of organic chemistry;
• Theoretical principles of the history of medicine, physicians, and the medical profession;
• Fundamental principles of ethical and professional conduct appropriate to the physician's role in the patient-physician relationship and in medical practice;
• Psychological differences across human developmental stages and the psychological foundations of behavior;
• Through the Medical Practice course, students will be taught proper hand hygiene, how to take a pulse, and how to measure arterial blood pressure and body temperature.
• The fundamentals of medical physics;
• Basic concepts related to medical informatics;
• The structure and functional characteristics of the cell;
• The technical specifications and methods of use for microscopes employed in medical sciences and diagnostics;
• The basic structures of organic chemistry;
• Theoretical principles of the history of medicine, physicians, and the medical profession;
• Fundamental principles of ethical and professional conduct appropriate to the physician's role in the patient-physician relationship and in medical practice;
• Psychological differences across human developmental stages and the psychological foundations of behavior;
• Through the Medical Practice course, students will be taught proper hand hygiene, how to take a pulse, and how to measure arterial blood pressure and body temperature.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| 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 | Applies knowledge and skills in basic, clinical, and behavioral medical sciences using a comprehensive approach in the patient care process. | 3 |
| P2 | Explains the anatomical, histological, physiological, and biochemical characteristics of the systems that make up the human body, relating them to clinical practice. | 2 |
| P3 | Uses medical terminology accurately and effectively in clinical, academic, and professional communication. | 3 |
| P4 | In accordance with evidence-based medicine and good medical practice, they take a medical history, perform a physical examination, and develop a clinical approach for the patient. | 4 |
| P5 | Performs basic medical procedures—such as measuring blood pressure, establishing intravenous access, drawing blood, and administering injections—using appropriate techniques. | 4 |
| P6 | Evaluates the etiology and pathogenesis, clinical findings, and key diagnostic features of common diseases. | 3 |
| P7 | The laboratory interprets microbiological, imaging, and histopathological findings by correlating them with clinical processes. | 3 |
| P8 | Explains and, when appropriate, applies pharmacological, physical, and psychosocial treatment approaches tailored to the characteristics of the disease. | 2 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | It explains the anatomical, histological, physiological, and biochemistry characteristics of the systems that make up the human body by relating them to clinical practice. | P.1.1 | 1 |
| O2 | Has a command of current medical terminology. | P.1.2 | 1 |
| O3 | Knows anamnesis, physical examination and clinical approach to the patient within the framework of good medical practice and evidence-based medicine principles. | P.1.3 | 1 |
| O4 | Adopts that the primary duty of the physician is to protect human life and health by taking preventive measures against diseases. | P.3.1 | 1 |
| O5 | Uses computer and multimedia educational tools at the level required by the health field. | P.6.1 | 1 |
| O6 | Shares professional opinions, experiences and evaluations by using communication tools and information technologies. | P.6.2 | 1 |
| O7 | Approach patients and their relatives regardless of age, illness or disability, belief, ethnicity, gender, location, and recognize this as an ethical obligation. | P.8.1 | 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 | Medical terminology, concepts of knowledge and science, ethics, morality and deontology, principles of medical ethics, aims and process of medical education, learning methods and UZEM model, adult education principles, assessment and evaluation in medical education, PBL and interactive learning, ethics committees, Helsinki Declaration and informed consent. |
| 2 | Introduction to medical biology, concept of the cell, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, history and principles of microscopy, technical aspects of microscopes, basics of cellular biophysics, structure of the cell membrane and cellular homeostasis. |
| 3 | Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, cytoplasm and cellular organelles (mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, ribosomes, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, peroxisomes), cytoskeleton and intracellular movement, nucleus structure and nucleocytoplasmic transport. |
| 4 | Introduction to biochemistry, concentration concepts, water-acid-base balance, buffer systems, chemical bonds and isomerism, amino acids and proteins, basic structure of carbohydrates, monosaccharides and their reactions. |
| 5 | Alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols, carbonyl compounds, ethers, amines, amides, aromatic compounds, glycosidic bonds, disaccharides and polysaccharides. |
| 6 | Introduction to lipids, fatty acids, triacylglycerols, phospholipids, glycolipids, sterols, cholesterol, terpenes, and lipoproteins. |
| 7 | Behavior and behavioral sciences, normality and mental disorders, psychodynamic foundations, defense mechanisms, psychosocial development theory, Piaget's developmental theory, stress and mental health, emotions and mood disorders, healthy lifestyle and addiction-related risks. |
| 8 | Exam week |
Textbook or Material
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 100 (%) |
| Final Exam | - | - |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 9 | 25 | 225 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Midterms | 1 | 45 | 45 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 2 | 11 | 22 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 50 | 50 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 360 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 12 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 12 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P3 | P6 | P8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | It explains the anatomical, histological, physiological, and biochemistry characteristics of the systems that make up the human body by relating them to clinical practice. | 3 | - | - | - |
| O2 | Has a command of current medical terminology. | 2 | - | - | - |
| O3 | Knows anamnesis, physical examination and clinical approach to the patient within the framework of good medical practice and evidence-based medicine principles. | 2 | - | - | - |
| O4 | Adopts that the primary duty of the physician is to protect human life and health by taking preventive measures against diseases. | - | 3 | - | - |
| O5 | Uses computer and multimedia educational tools at the level required by the health field. | - | - | 2 | - |
| O6 | Shares professional opinions, experiences and evaluations by using communication tools and information technologies. | - | - | 3 | - |
| O7 | Approach patients and their relatives regardless of age, illness or disability, belief, ethnicity, gender, location, and recognize this as an ethical obligation. | - | - | - | 1 |