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  Course Description
Course Name : Embryology I

Course Code : HİS508

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. ÖZGÜL TAP
Prof.Dr. UFUK ÖZGÜ METE

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Has the knowledge of histological properties of the male and female genital system and the reproductive system cells
Explains the molecular mechanisms and the formation of ovulation, fertilization and implantation.
Defines the properties of embryonic and fetal period, important formations, and the developing parts of the human embryo and the fetus.
Explains the structures and functions of fetal membranes and placenta.
Tells the types of congenital malformations and the possible causes for the malformations.
Knows about assisting reproductive techniques.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : Aim of this course is to give information about male and female reproductive systems, structural and functional relations of cells, developmental stages and features from fertilization to birth, instances that occur during this period and their mechanisms.

Course Contents : General features of male and female reproductive systems, Spermatogenesis, Oogenesis, Ovulation and fertilization, Implantation, Bilaminar germ disc, Trilaminar germ disc, Embryonic period, Fetal membranes and placenta, Congenital malformations, IVF and embryo transfer

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Lecture room


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 General features of male reproductive system Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
2 General features of male reproductive system Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
3 Spermatogenesis Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
4 Oogenesis Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
5 Ovulation Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
6 Fertilization Self-study, reading recommended sources, literature search Presentation, question-answer, discussion
7 Implantation Self-study, reading recommended sources, literature search Presentation, question-answer, discussion
8 Midterm exam Self-study, reading recommended sources Oral exam
9 Bilaminar germ disc Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
10 Trilaminar germ disc Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
11 Embryonic period Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
12 Fetal period Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
13 Fetal membranes and placenta Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
14 Congenital malformations Self-study, reading recommended sources Presentation, question-answer, discussion
15 IVF and embryo transfer Reading recommended sources, literature search Presentation, question-answer, discussion
16/17 Final exam Self-study, reading recommended sources Written exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Sadler,TW. Langman´s Medical Embryology.Ninth edition, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 2004.
 Moore,KM and Persaud,TVN.Clinical Oriented Embryology.WB Saunders Company,Seventh edition, 2005.
Required Course Material(s)  Lecture powerpoint presentations


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 50
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Tell the main histological features of cells and tissues. 0
2 Corelate the structure and function of cells. 0
3 Have knowledge of the histologic features of organ systems. 0
4 Have knowledge of embryo development, developmental disorders and the mechanisms. 5
5 Define the methods of light and electron microscopic examination and tissue preparation. 0
6 Have knowledge of general principles about cell culture, histochemistry and immunohistochemistry. 0
7 Prepare solutions and tissues for light and electron microscopic studies . 0
8 Apply the basic methods of staining. 0
9 Distinguish tissue and organ systems in light microscopic level. 0
10 Perform studies as a team member or indıvidual. 0
11 Perform tasks which is given in research projects. 0
12 Develop positive attitudes and behaviors towards lifelong learning. 0
13 Determine and direct needs and resources of learnings by using resources effectively. 5
14 Evaluate knowledges and skills of the master degree critically. 5
15 Communicate effectively. 0
16 Relay ideas and solution offers about current developments in studies by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data visually and verbally. 0
17 Know the importance of the ethical principles in research studies, evaluations and results. 0
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 4 56
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 6 84
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 2 2
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
    Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload: 146
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.84
ECTS Credit: 6