PHARMACOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SMP152	PHARMACOLOGY	2	3	3	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer SİBEL BULUT HAKLI
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer DEMET SEVİMLİ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim is to provide knowledge about fundamental pharmacological concepts, drug preparation, administration and drug interactions, mechanisms of action of drugs, analgesic agents, antimicrobial agents, antidiabetics, chemotherapy and immunosuppressive agents.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course covers topics such as an introduction to pharmacology, the mechanisms of action of drugs in the body, prescriptions and drug calculations, respiratory system drugs, circulatory system drugs, antihypertensive, antihyperlipidemic and hematopoietic system drugs, central nervous system drugs, autonomic nervous system drugs, digestive system drugs, urinary system drugs, antibiotics and analgesics, endocrine system drugs, chemotherapeutic drugs, autacoids, and drugs for emergency use.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
It explains the mechanism of action of drugs, their effects on the body, and their side effects.
It explains how drugs interact with each other.
It explains the different types of drugs and how they are administered to the patient.
It calculates the medication dosage.
It examines drugs that affect different systems within different groups.
It describes the main groups of drugs that affect the circulatory system.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, individual research.	Introduction to Pharmacology	Lecture and question/answer
2	Literature review, individual research.	Mechanisms of Action of Drugs in the Body	Lecture and question/answer
3	Literature review, individual research.	Prescriptions and Drug Calculations	Lecture and question/answer
4	Literature review, individual research.	Autonomic Nervous System Drugs	Lecture and question/answer
5	Literature review, individual research.	Central Nervous System Drugs	Lecture and question/answer
6	Literature review, individual research.	Circulatory System Medications	Lecture and question/answer
7	Literature review, individual research.	Antihypertensive, Antihyperlipidemic and Hematopoietic System Affecting Drugs	Lecture and question/answer
8	Literature review, individual research.	Respiratory System Medications	Lecture and question/answer
9	Literature review, individual research.	Digestive System Medications	Lecture and question/answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review, individual research.	Urinary System Medications	Lecture and question/answer
12	Literature review, individual research.	Antibiotics and Analgesics	Lecture and question/answer
13	Literature review, individual research.	Chemotherapeutic Drugs	Lecture and question/answer
14	Literature review, individual research.	Endocrine System Drugs	Lecture and question/answer
15	Literature review, individual research.	Autacoids and Emergency Medications	Lecture and question/answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It explains fundamental, current, and scientific information related to its field.
2	It describes occupational health and safety, patient safety, and quality management processes.
3	It explains the principles of sterilization, disinfection, and asepsis-antisepsis used in surgical settings.
4	This document explains ethical and legal responsibilities and professional standards in an operating room environment.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It describes the operating principles of surgical instruments, equipment, and technologies used in the operating room.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She solves problems related to his field from a critical perspective.
2	Communicates effectively verbally and in writing with the operating room team.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They effectively apply their knowledge in their field during the implementation phase.
2	Prepares and uses instruments, devices, and materials used in surgical procedures in accordance with proper technique.
3	They play an active role in patient care processes before, during, and after surgery.
4	It fully complies with the practices for maintaining a sterile environment.
5	It ensures the safety of the patient, the team, and the environment in the operating room.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She takes responsibility for improving quality in operating room processes.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	With a lifelong learning mindset, they plan their professional development.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Operating room organization contributes to record keeping, documentation, and teamwork.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It adheres to professional ethical principles, confidentiality, and patient rights.

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	3	42
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	2	3	6
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	2	3	6
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	48	0	126