Hypothalamo-hypophyseal System
Physiology
Institute of Health Sciences
Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
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| Hypothalamo-hypophyseal System | FZY523 | Elective | Master's degree | 1 | Fall | 4 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Dr. Ayşe KARSON
Prof. Dr. Deniz ŞAHİN
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Summarize the anatomical structures that mediate the stress response are found in both the central nervous system and peripheral tissues
2) Explain physiological adaptation (cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic) responses initiated by activation of HPA system and, inhibition of general vegetative functions such as feeding, growth, reproduction, and immunity
3) Explain the behavioral effects of the stress response
4) Discuss the conditions related to HPA axis dysfunction
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
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| 4 | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
General Physiology
Course Contents
Summarize the anatomical structures that mediate the stress response are found in both the central nervous system and peripheral tissues Explain physiological adaptation (cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic) responses initiated by activation of HPA system and, inhibition of general vegetative functions such as feeding, growth, reproduction, and immunity Explain the behavioral effects of the stress response Discuss the conditions related to HPA axis dysfunction
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade |
40% |
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Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
60% |
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Total | 100% | |||||||||||
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required