| Course Type | Elective Course |
| Course Level | Bachelor's Degree |
| Year of Study | - |
| Semester | - |
| ECTS | 3 |
| Name of Lecturer(s) |
- |
| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the students;
- Explains the anatomy and physiology of the ear using models.
- Describes the importance of auditory physiology with examples from daily life.
- Explains anatomical and physiological differences based on given scenarios.
- Describes the physical equipments in the evaluation of the auditory system in tabular form.
- Provides a theoretical, itemized explanation of the environmental conditions required for audiological testing.
- Produces examples linking auditory system disorders with the field of speech and language therapy.
|
| Mode of Delivery | Face to face |
| Prerequisites | No |
| Recommended Optional Programme Components | None |
| Course Description | This course aims to provide students with basic knowledge about the auditory system. It includes the structure, components, and application areas of the auditory system. In addition, a comprehensive evaluation of the auditory system is presented through theoretical content. |
| Course Contents |
| WEEK |
TOPICS |
|
1st Week |
Introduction |
|
2nd Week |
Anatomy and Physiology of the Outer Ear |
|
3rd Week |
Anatomy and Physiology of the Middle Ear |
|
4th Week |
Anatomy and Physiology of the Inner Ear |
|
5th Week |
Cochlear Frequency Selectivity and Cochlear Potentials |
|
6th Week |
Anatomy and Physiology of the Auditory Nerve |
|
7th Week |
Anatomy and Physiology of the Central Auditory System |
|
8th Week |
Midterm Exam |
|
9th Week |
Evaluation of the Outer and Middle Ear |
|
10th Week |
Evaluation of the Outer and Middle Ear II |
|
11th Week |
Evaluation of the Inner and Middle Ear |
|
12th Week |
Evaluation of the Inner and Middle Ear II |
|
13th Week |
Central Auditory Mechanism |
|
14th Week |
Types, Degrees, and Causes of Hearing Loss I |
|
15th Week |
Types, Degrees, and Causes of Hearing Loss II |
|
| Recommended or Required Reading | Martin, F.N. & Clark, J.G. (2014). Introduction to Audiology. Pearson:Upper |
| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
- Lecture
- Discussion
- Questions/Answers
- Problem Solving
- Case Study
|
| Assessment Methods and Criteria |
|
Quantity |
Percentage (%) |
| Mid-term |
1 |
40 |
| Total(%) |
|
40 |
| Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) |
|
40 |
| Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) |
|
60 |
| Total(%) |
|
100 |
|
| ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload |
| Activities |
Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Midterm exam |
1 |
2 |
2 |
| Preparation for Quiz |
|
|
|
| Individual or group work |
11 |
2 |
22 |
| Preparation for Final exam |
1 |
20 |
20 |
| Course hours |
15 |
2 |
30 |
| Preparation for Midterm exam |
1 |
15 |
15 |
| Laboratory (including preparation) |
|
|
|
| Final exam |
1 |
2 |
2 |
| Homework |
|
|
|
| Total Work Load | 91 |
| Total Work Load / 30 (h) | 3.03 |
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 3 |
|
| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
| Work Placement(s) | No |