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CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
ADVANCED BIOCHEMISTRY I-Spring Semester2+028
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelSecond Cycle (Master's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course Coordinator
Name of Lecturer(s)Prof.Dr. Neslin EMEKLİ, Prof.Dr. Türkan YİĞİTBAŞI, Assoc.Prof. Sultan Sibel ERDEM, Assist.Prof. Gözde ÜLFER, Assist.Prof. Derya CANSIZ, Assist.Prof. Çağrı ÇAKICI
Assistant(s)Prof.Dr.Nesrin Emekli, Assoc. Prof. Dr.Türkan Yiğitbaşı, Ass. Prof .Dr.Sibel Erdem
AimAdvanced level understanding of biochemical concepts in human body
Course ContentThis course contains; Biomembranes and signal transduction,Biochemistry of connective tissue,Biochemistry of muscle,Inflamation and cytokines,Calcium and phosphate biochemistry,Apoptosis,Nerve system and related biochemical reactions,Fluid and electrolyte biochemistry,Iron metabolism,Non enzymatik glycocylation (NEG),Lipoproteins and atherosclerosis,New cardiovascular markers,Tissue factor and tissue factor pathway inhibitor,Saliva as a diagnostic material.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
1-Explains the biochemical reactions that occur in hunger and obesity.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.1.Discuss the metabolic changes in the brain, liver and fat tissue during fasting.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.2.Explains the changes in carbohydrates, proteins and fats during fasting.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.3.Describes dietary reference values.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.5.Explains the genetic and environmental effects of obesity.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.6.Define the hormones effective in obesity.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2-Discuss dietary fats and cholesterol metabolism.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.1.Explains the digestion and absorption of dietary fats.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.2.Explains the synthesis and destruction of triglycerides.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.3.Analyzes the digestive and absorption disorders of dietary fats.10, 11, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.4.Discuss the cholesterol taken from the diet and synthesized and inhibited in the cell.10, 11, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.5.Explains how the inhibition of cholesterol uptake and synthesis occurs.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.6.Explains the effects of insulin and other hormones on fat and cholesterol metabolism.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3-Discuss the metabolism and dysfunctions of complex lipids.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.1.Explain structurally and functionally phospholipids, glycerolipids, cardiolipids, plasmalogens and platelet activation factor.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.2.Discuss the structural and functional effects of phosphotidylethanolamine, serine, choline and inositol.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.3.Discuss the production and destruction of sphingomyelins and their dysfunctions.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.4.Discuss glycolipids and glycosphingolipids structurally and functionally, and explain the diseases that occur due to their dysfunction.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.5.Explains the diagnosis and treatment of sphingolipidoses.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
4-Establishes a relationship between cytokines and inflammation.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
4.1.Discuss the function of cytokines, which are biological mediators in peptide structure, in inflammation.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
4.2.Explains how and from which cells cytokines are synthesized.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
5-Discuss the relationship between homocysteine B12 and folic acid.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
5.1.Explains the structural properties of vitamin B 12 and its relationship with pernicious anemia.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
5.2.Explains the properties and importance of S-adenosylmethionine (SAM).10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
5.4.Understands the relationship between SAM and homocysteine and explains hyperhomocysteinemia.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6-Discuss the biochemistry of extracellular matrix and connective tissue.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.1.Explains the extracellular matrix that gives the shape of tissues and fills the intercellular spaces.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.2.Discuss collagen, elastin and laminins, which are fibrous structural proteins of the extracellular matrix.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.3.Describes proteoglycans and glycosaminoglycans.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.4.Discuss the diseases that occur due to the inability of proteoglycans to be metabolized.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.5.Explains the functions of extracellular matrix proteins in the cell membrane and vascular structure.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7-Discuss the biochemical functions of cells in the central and peripheral nervous systems.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.1.Describes the content and functions of cerebrospinal fluid.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.2.Discuss what blood brain barrier means.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.3.Explains the amino acid neurotransmitter relationship.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.4.Discuss vitamin neurotransmitter relationships.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
8-Discuss the structure of hemoglobins and various hemoglobinopathies.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
9-Discuss the coagulation and non-coagulation effects of tissue factor and tissue factor inhibitors.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
10-Discuss that saliva can be used in diagnosis and treatment, just like blood.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.4. Distinguishes fat cell changes in obesity.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.6. It defines prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes structurally and functionally, discusses what may occur in their dysfunctions and how they can be regulated with various drugs.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
4.3. Explains why interferon, the first cytokine molecule discovered, is used in treatment.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
4.4. Describes the mode of action of cytokines and their receptors.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
5.3. Analyzes the relationship between B12 and folic acid.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.6. Discusses the importance of extracellular matrix and metalloproteinases in various pathological conditions.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.5. Discusses the biochemical causes of neurodegenerative diseases.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.6. Describes the damage that may occur in the central nervous system when lipids and glycolipids cannot be broken down.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 11: Demonstration Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, E: Homework

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Biomembranes and signal transduction1,2,3,4,5
2Biochemistry of connective tissue1,2,3,4,5
3Biochemistry of muscle1,2,3,4,5
4Inflamation and cytokines1,2,3,4,5
5Calcium and phosphate biochemistry1,2,3,4,5
6Apoptosis1,2,3,4,5
7Nerve system and related biochemical reactions1,2,3,4,5
8Fluid and electrolyte biochemistry1,2,3,4,5
9Iron metabolism1,2,3,4,5
10Non enzymatik glycocylation (NEG)1,2,3,4,5
11Lipoproteins and atherosclerosis1,2,3,4,5
12New cardiovascular markers1,2,3,4,5
13Tissue factor and tissue factor pathway inhibitor1,2,3,4,5
14Saliva as a diagnostic material1,2,3,4,5
Resources
1.Temel ve Uygulamalı Biyokimya Prof. Dr. Nesrin Emekli Marmara Yayınları , 2.Öğrenciler için: Biyokimya Laboratuvarı Doç. Dr. Türkan Yiğitbaşı & Prof. Dr. Nesrin Emekli İstanbul Medipol Üniversitesi Yayınları, 3.Klinik Biyokimya Prof. Dr. Nesrin Emekli ve Doç. Dr. Türkan Yiğitbaşı İstanbul Medipol Üniversitesi Yayınları, 4.Harper’s Biochemistry (Son Baskı), 5.Kolay Biyokimya (Batırel ve ark.) 6.Tükürük: Histolojisi Fizyolojisi Mikrobiyolojisi ve Biyokimyası Nesrin Emekli, Ayşen Yarat Nobel Tıp Kitapevleri

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Knows the biochemical macromolecular metabolism. Applies and advances the knowlegde.
X
2
Knows the principles of routine and research oriented biochemical technologies.
X
3
Practical Laboratory Applications (Sampling conditions of various body fluids and tissue samples in health and disease states, reasons of analytical errors, storage conditions of samples,working principles of technologies used in routine and research based studies, determinig reference values.)
X
4
Knows basic biostatistics methods, applies to experimental study results and evaluates.
5
Knows how to use specific instruments in biochemistry
X
6
Can access printeed and electronic literature and able to follow the advancements in biochemistry and related field.
7
Can integrate and interpret the knowledge gained in biochemistry with knowledge obtained in other fields and can generate new information.
X
8
Independantly applies his/her theoretical knowledge, critical thinking skills to the area of study, evaluates the results and writes a report.
X
9
Defines a technical or scientific problem either with the helpof an advisor or independently, can come up with proposals and solve when needed.
X
10
Take on responsibility in collborative studies, contributes and work in harmony.
X
11
Follows national and international literature in Biochemistry, presents the work in seminars or publishes in journals.
X
12
Can evaluate and teach biochemical data collection, interpretation, application and decleration recpecting cultural, scientific, social and ethical values.
X
13
Take responsibility in managing, evaluate the results according to the context of quality processes.
X

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 50
Rate of Final Exam to Success 50
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours14228
Guided Problem Solving14228
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report51050
Term Project51050
Presentation of Project / Seminar2510
Quiz000
Midterm Exam13030
General Exam13535
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Total Workload(Hour)231
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(231/30)8
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.

Detail Informations of the Course

Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
ADVANCED BIOCHEMISTRY I-Spring Semester2+028
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelSecond Cycle (Master's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course Coordinator
Name of Lecturer(s)Prof.Dr. Neslin EMEKLİ, Prof.Dr. Türkan YİĞİTBAŞI, Assoc.Prof. Sultan Sibel ERDEM, Assist.Prof. Gözde ÜLFER, Assist.Prof. Derya CANSIZ, Assist.Prof. Çağrı ÇAKICI
Assistant(s)Prof.Dr.Nesrin Emekli, Assoc. Prof. Dr.Türkan Yiğitbaşı, Ass. Prof .Dr.Sibel Erdem
AimAdvanced level understanding of biochemical concepts in human body
Course ContentThis course contains; Biomembranes and signal transduction,Biochemistry of connective tissue,Biochemistry of muscle,Inflamation and cytokines,Calcium and phosphate biochemistry,Apoptosis,Nerve system and related biochemical reactions,Fluid and electrolyte biochemistry,Iron metabolism,Non enzymatik glycocylation (NEG),Lipoproteins and atherosclerosis,New cardiovascular markers,Tissue factor and tissue factor pathway inhibitor,Saliva as a diagnostic material.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
1-Explains the biochemical reactions that occur in hunger and obesity.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.1.Discuss the metabolic changes in the brain, liver and fat tissue during fasting.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.2.Explains the changes in carbohydrates, proteins and fats during fasting.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.3.Describes dietary reference values.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.5.Explains the genetic and environmental effects of obesity.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.6.Define the hormones effective in obesity.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2-Discuss dietary fats and cholesterol metabolism.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.1.Explains the digestion and absorption of dietary fats.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.2.Explains the synthesis and destruction of triglycerides.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.3.Analyzes the digestive and absorption disorders of dietary fats.10, 11, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.4.Discuss the cholesterol taken from the diet and synthesized and inhibited in the cell.10, 11, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.5.Explains how the inhibition of cholesterol uptake and synthesis occurs.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
2.6.Explains the effects of insulin and other hormones on fat and cholesterol metabolism.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3-Discuss the metabolism and dysfunctions of complex lipids.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.1.Explain structurally and functionally phospholipids, glycerolipids, cardiolipids, plasmalogens and platelet activation factor.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.2.Discuss the structural and functional effects of phosphotidylethanolamine, serine, choline and inositol.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.3.Discuss the production and destruction of sphingomyelins and their dysfunctions.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.4.Discuss glycolipids and glycosphingolipids structurally and functionally, and explain the diseases that occur due to their dysfunction.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.5.Explains the diagnosis and treatment of sphingolipidoses.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
4-Establishes a relationship between cytokines and inflammation.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
4.1.Discuss the function of cytokines, which are biological mediators in peptide structure, in inflammation.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
4.2.Explains how and from which cells cytokines are synthesized.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
5-Discuss the relationship between homocysteine B12 and folic acid.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
5.1.Explains the structural properties of vitamin B 12 and its relationship with pernicious anemia.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
5.2.Explains the properties and importance of S-adenosylmethionine (SAM).10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
5.4.Understands the relationship between SAM and homocysteine and explains hyperhomocysteinemia.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6-Discuss the biochemistry of extracellular matrix and connective tissue.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.1.Explains the extracellular matrix that gives the shape of tissues and fills the intercellular spaces.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.2.Discuss collagen, elastin and laminins, which are fibrous structural proteins of the extracellular matrix.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.3.Describes proteoglycans and glycosaminoglycans.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.4.Discuss the diseases that occur due to the inability of proteoglycans to be metabolized.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.5.Explains the functions of extracellular matrix proteins in the cell membrane and vascular structure.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7-Discuss the biochemical functions of cells in the central and peripheral nervous systems.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.1.Describes the content and functions of cerebrospinal fluid.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.2.Discuss what blood brain barrier means.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.3.Explains the amino acid neurotransmitter relationship.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.4.Discuss vitamin neurotransmitter relationships.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
8-Discuss the structure of hemoglobins and various hemoglobinopathies.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
9-Discuss the coagulation and non-coagulation effects of tissue factor and tissue factor inhibitors.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
10-Discuss that saliva can be used in diagnosis and treatment, just like blood.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
1.4. Distinguishes fat cell changes in obesity.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
3.6. It defines prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes structurally and functionally, discusses what may occur in their dysfunctions and how they can be regulated with various drugs.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
4.3. Explains why interferon, the first cytokine molecule discovered, is used in treatment.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
4.4. Describes the mode of action of cytokines and their receptors.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
5.3. Analyzes the relationship between B12 and folic acid.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
6.6. Discusses the importance of extracellular matrix and metalloproteinases in various pathological conditions.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.5. Discusses the biochemical causes of neurodegenerative diseases.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
7.6. Describes the damage that may occur in the central nervous system when lipids and glycolipids cannot be broken down.10, 11, 16, 19, 6, 9A, D, E
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 11: Demonstration Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, E: Homework

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Biomembranes and signal transduction1,2,3,4,5
2Biochemistry of connective tissue1,2,3,4,5
3Biochemistry of muscle1,2,3,4,5
4Inflamation and cytokines1,2,3,4,5
5Calcium and phosphate biochemistry1,2,3,4,5
6Apoptosis1,2,3,4,5
7Nerve system and related biochemical reactions1,2,3,4,5
8Fluid and electrolyte biochemistry1,2,3,4,5
9Iron metabolism1,2,3,4,5
10Non enzymatik glycocylation (NEG)1,2,3,4,5
11Lipoproteins and atherosclerosis1,2,3,4,5
12New cardiovascular markers1,2,3,4,5
13Tissue factor and tissue factor pathway inhibitor1,2,3,4,5
14Saliva as a diagnostic material1,2,3,4,5
Resources
1.Temel ve Uygulamalı Biyokimya Prof. Dr. Nesrin Emekli Marmara Yayınları , 2.Öğrenciler için: Biyokimya Laboratuvarı Doç. Dr. Türkan Yiğitbaşı & Prof. Dr. Nesrin Emekli İstanbul Medipol Üniversitesi Yayınları, 3.Klinik Biyokimya Prof. Dr. Nesrin Emekli ve Doç. Dr. Türkan Yiğitbaşı İstanbul Medipol Üniversitesi Yayınları, 4.Harper’s Biochemistry (Son Baskı), 5.Kolay Biyokimya (Batırel ve ark.) 6.Tükürük: Histolojisi Fizyolojisi Mikrobiyolojisi ve Biyokimyası Nesrin Emekli, Ayşen Yarat Nobel Tıp Kitapevleri

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Knows the biochemical macromolecular metabolism. Applies and advances the knowlegde.
X
2
Knows the principles of routine and research oriented biochemical technologies.
X
3
Practical Laboratory Applications (Sampling conditions of various body fluids and tissue samples in health and disease states, reasons of analytical errors, storage conditions of samples,working principles of technologies used in routine and research based studies, determinig reference values.)
X
4
Knows basic biostatistics methods, applies to experimental study results and evaluates.
5
Knows how to use specific instruments in biochemistry
X
6
Can access printeed and electronic literature and able to follow the advancements in biochemistry and related field.
7
Can integrate and interpret the knowledge gained in biochemistry with knowledge obtained in other fields and can generate new information.
X
8
Independantly applies his/her theoretical knowledge, critical thinking skills to the area of study, evaluates the results and writes a report.
X
9
Defines a technical or scientific problem either with the helpof an advisor or independently, can come up with proposals and solve when needed.
X
10
Take on responsibility in collborative studies, contributes and work in harmony.
X
11
Follows national and international literature in Biochemistry, presents the work in seminars or publishes in journals.
X
12
Can evaluate and teach biochemical data collection, interpretation, application and decleration recpecting cultural, scientific, social and ethical values.
X
13
Take responsibility in managing, evaluate the results according to the context of quality processes.
X

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 50
Rate of Final Exam to Success 50
Total 100

Numerical Data

Student Success

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