Syllabus Application
Neurobiology
BIO 423
Faculty:
Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Semester:
Fall 2025-2026
Course:
Neurobiology - BIO 423
Classroom:
FASS-G048,FENS-G029
Level of course:
Undergraduate
Course Credits:
SU Credit:3.000, ECTS:6, Basic:4, Engineering:2
Prerequisites:
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Course Type:
Lecture
Instructor(s) Information
Nur Mustafaoğlu Varol
Course Information
Catalog Course Description
The study of the nervous system and its elements, such as neurons and neural pathways, and how these mechanisms mediate behaviour is called neurobiology. It is a broad and rapidly evolving field in biology. This course is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of molecular and cellular neurobiology, as well as a basic understanding of general neurobiology. Emphasis is placed on mammalian neurobiology, particularly humans. The first part of the course covers neuroanatomy and essential neurocellular signalling pathways, including chemical and electrical signalling and neurotransmission. The course then looks at how the nervous system develops in childhood, how it evolves as a result of life experiences, how it behaves during everyday activities, and how it is disrupted by injury and disease. The course also covers emerging neuroscience research techniques.
Course Learning Outcomes:
| 1. | describe the structure and function of neurons and glia cells |
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| 2. | explain how the nervous system is established and how neurons are connected in neuronal circuits that control bodily functions and behavioral output |
| 3. | describe the central nervous system, the autonomous nervous system and the peripheral nervous system including the structure and function of the sensory organs and the motor systems. Describe and analyse how the interactions between these neuronal systems via various neurotransmitters influence the functions of the body |
| 4. | explain molecular and cellular mechanism disfunctions in neurodegenerative diseases |
| 5. | analyse a given theoretical problem/case, identify gaps in knowledge and retrieve knowledge from relevant scientific literature |
| 6. | give an account for basic and advanced neurobiological techniques |
| 7. | identify and apply a suitable method theoretically or practically to address the research question at hand |
| 8. | compile and present a literature study and develop an ability to critically analyse and discuss science by reviewing texts in public and scientific papers |
| 9. | identify and discuss ethical issues related to scientific activities. |
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