TNP651 - CEREBROVASCULAR ATHEROSCLEROSIS

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)
Application
(hours/week)
Credit ECTS
CEREBROVASCULAR ATHEROSCLEROSIS TNP651 Any Semester/Year 2 4 4 10
PrequisitesThe trainees must be neurologist
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Discussion
Question and Answer
Preparing and/or Presenting Reports
Drill and Practice
Case Study
Problem Solving
Brain Storming
 
Instructor (s)Prof. Dr.Turgay DALKARA, Prof. Dr. Mehmet Akif TOPCUOÄžLU, Doç. Dr. Murat ARSAVA  
Course objectiveTo give practical and theoretical training regarding the pthophysiology, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment of atherosclerosis 
Learning outcomes
    Course ContentPathophysiology of atherosclerosis, modifiable risk factors, homocystein and other genetic risk factors, lipid abnormalities, imaging and measurement of cerebrovascular atherosclerosis, endarterectomy, other surgical treatment methods, endovascular treatment, literature discussion and clinical applications. 
    References1. Stroke, Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Management.
    Bamett JM. 1998
    2. Caplan's Stroke. A. Clinical Approach, Caplan L. 2000
     

    Course outline weekly

    WeeksTopics
    Week 1Pathophysiology of atherosclerosis-1
    Week 2Pathophysiology of atherosclerosis-2
    Week 3Risk factors: hypertension
    Week 4Risk factors: diabtes mellitus
    Week 5Risk factors: hyperlipidemia
    Week 6Risk factors: others
    Week 7Journal club
    Week 8Midterm exam
    Week 9Biomarkers in atherosclerosis
    Week 10Imaging of atherosclerosis
    Week 11Risk stratification in atherosclerosis
    Week 12Treatment of atherosclerosis-1
    Week 13Treatment of atherosclerosis-2
    Week 14Journal club
    Week 15
    Week 16Final exam

    Assesment methods

    Course activitiesNumberPercentage
    Attendance1410
    Laboratory00
    Application1410
    Field activities00
    Specific practical training00
    Assignments55
    Presentation55
    Project15
    Seminar00
    Midterms115
    Final exam150
    Total100
    Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes050
    Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes050
    Total100

    WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

    Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
    Course Duration (x14) 14 2 28
    Laboratory 0 0 0
    Application14456
    Specific practical training000
    Field activities000
    Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14342
    Presentation / Seminar Preparation51050
    Project12020
    Homework assignment41040
    Midterms (Study duration)12020
    Final Exam (Study duration) 13030
    Total Workload5499286

    Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

    D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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    1. He/She becomes familiar with the scientific advanced knowledge in the field of Clinical Neurological and Psychiatric Sciences and has the ability to use the information received.    X
    2. He/She is able to follow recent national and/or international publications in the clinical neurological and psychiatric sciences, especially about the candidate's own field of study, use the information obtained from these references and acquires the latest literature knowledge about the scientific studies he/she is conducting.   X 
    3. He/She obtains enough scientific information, statistical knowledge and technical experience in the field of Clinical Neurological and Psychiatric Sciences so that he/she will be able to evaluate the recent researches that are being presented at both national and international congresses and propose his/her opinion. In addition he/she may evaluate the studies at a level that is sufficient to be a referee for scientific journals.    X
    4. At the end of the program, the candidate becomes an example, especially with his scientific knowledge and skills in his / her field. He/She can conduct joint projects with researchers from other fields and transfer his/her own knowledge to new beginners. Candidate has the ability to reach information efficaciously, and compare the previously obtained data with his/her own data and make critical assessment.     X
    5. Candidate becomes an independent investigator, especially in his / her area of interest, and transfers his/her experiences to beginners. He/She can set up his/her own laboratory and compose a working team, and has the capacity to design and implement new methods.   X 
    6. Candidate follows up-to-date technical information and is prone to apply new methods. He/she is open to all kinds of ideas, can discuss their advantages and disadvantages ,and he/she has the ability to criticize these ideas with all aspects. He/She is open-minded for multidisciplinary work and contributes to the work.    X

    *1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest