Dentistry (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code: DENT101
Course Name: Behavioral Sciences
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
1 0 1 2
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Faculty Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Second Cycle EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Öğr.Gör. ÖZGE ERSOY BOZOĞLU
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. ARİF HALDUN SOYGÜR
Prof. Dr. DENİZ GÖKÇE MERAL
Öğr.Gör. ÖZGE ERSOY BOZOĞLU
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ÖZLEM YAZICI
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: To introduce the students to human behavior with the emphasis being on psychological and sociological aspects and interpersonal relations and their effect on social and organizational processes.
Course Content: 1. Introduction to behavioral sciences
2. Neurobiologic components of behavior
3. Cognitive components of behavior-perception, memory
4. Cognitive components of behavior-conscience, orientation, sensation
5. Communication
6. Cognitive components of behavior-will, attention, intelligence
7. Psychological determinants of behavior-psychodynamic factors
8. Psychological determinants of behavior-drives, motives, behavior
9. Biopsychosocial development
10. Interview techniques
11. Personality and its development
12. Basic principles of patient-physician relationship

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) To introduce the students to human behavior with the emphasis being on psychological and sociological aspects and interpersonal relations and their effect on social and organizational processes.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Orientation
2) Introduction to Behavioral Sciences
3) Neurobiological Basis of Behavior
4) Cognitive Components of Behavior - Perception, Memory
5) Cognitive Components of Behavior - Consciousness, Orientation, Sense
6) Contact
7) Cognitive Components of Behavior - Will, Attention, Intelligence
8) Midterm
9) Psychological Components of Behavior - Psychodynamic Factors
10) Psychological Components of Behavior - Drive, Motive, Behavior
11) Cranial Nerves
12) Biopsychosocial Development
13) Interview Techniques
14) Personality and Development
15) Basic Principles of Patient-Physician Relationship
16) Repeat

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Susan Nolen-Hoeksema; Barbara L. Fredrickson; Geoffrey R. Loftus; Christel Lutz / University College Utrecht. Atkinson & Hilgard's Introduction to Psychology. 14. Edition. Cengage Learning EMEA.
References: Susan Nolen - Hoeksema. (2014) Atkinson & Hilgard Psikolojiye Giriş 14. Edition.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

1
Program Outcomes
1) Has the competence to appropriately evaluate signs and symptoms, relate them to diseases and conditions, and integrate them into clinical practices, including upto- date diagnosis, treatment, and referral processes
2) Possesses the knowledge to identify dental and medical emergencies as well as high-risk and priority situations
3) Is capable of effectively applying an analytical perspective to the use of traditional and modern tools and equipment, in accordance with up-to-date, evidence-based scientific knowledge.
4) By expressing professional ideas and experiences with all health units of the society, he/she works by taking responsibility and initiative in communication and cooperation towards improving the health level of the society
5) Knows the symptoms, signs, systemic diseases and related oral and dental diseases and applies the necessary precautions by using basic medical science knowledge in patient treatment.
6) Has the knowledge and equipment to take the necessary precautions regarding the health, safety and risks of all employees and patients
7) Conducts professional practice, research, learning and administrative processes by utilizing information technologies
8) He/she is always open to improving his/her knowledge and skills and has adopted lifelong learning as a principle.
9) Establishes communication with patients and their relatives based on mutual trust, understanding and respect, taking into account social and cultural differences.
10) Communicates effectively and accurately with colleagues and other healthcare professionals in written and verbal form.
11) Has knowledge and equipment about providing preventive and protective oral and dental health services by considering public health, and carries out these practices.
12) Knows his/her duties and responsibilities and performs his/her profession by observing ethical and human values.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Has the competence to appropriately evaluate signs and symptoms, relate them to diseases and conditions, and integrate them into clinical practices, including upto- date diagnosis, treatment, and referral processes
2) Possesses the knowledge to identify dental and medical emergencies as well as high-risk and priority situations
3) Is capable of effectively applying an analytical perspective to the use of traditional and modern tools and equipment, in accordance with up-to-date, evidence-based scientific knowledge.
4) By expressing professional ideas and experiences with all health units of the society, he/she works by taking responsibility and initiative in communication and cooperation towards improving the health level of the society
5) Knows the symptoms, signs, systemic diseases and related oral and dental diseases and applies the necessary precautions by using basic medical science knowledge in patient treatment.
6) Has the knowledge and equipment to take the necessary precautions regarding the health, safety and risks of all employees and patients
7) Conducts professional practice, research, learning and administrative processes by utilizing information technologies
8) He/she is always open to improving his/her knowledge and skills and has adopted lifelong learning as a principle.
9) Establishes communication with patients and their relatives based on mutual trust, understanding and respect, taking into account social and cultural differences.
10) Communicates effectively and accurately with colleagues and other healthcare professionals in written and verbal form.
11) Has knowledge and equipment about providing preventive and protective oral and dental health services by considering public health, and carries out these practices.
12) Knows his/her duties and responsibilities and performs his/her profession by observing ethical and human values.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Lesson

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 50
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 16 1 16
Study Hours Out of Class 16 2 32
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 50