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Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY-Yearly36+0-3
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeCommittee Course
Course CoordinatorAssist.Prof. Özlem GÜVEN
Name of Lecturer(s)Assist.Prof. Özlem GÜVEN, Assist.Prof. Deniz DURALI
Assistant(s)
AimThe aim of this course is to understand the properties of the microorganisms, the relationship between host and microorganisms, basic principles of immunology, the microbial infections and immune responses; to define the activities of microorganisms in health and disease in the field of dentistry.
Course ContentThis course contains; Introduction to immunology, innate immunity,Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) and antigen presentation, antigen recognition in the adaptive immune system,Cellular and humoral immune responses,Tolerance and autoimmunity; allergy and hypersensitivity,General properties of microorganismas and their modes of transmission,Microbiota,Factors affecting the growth of microorganisms,Oral microbiota in health and disease,Gram positive cocci,Gram positive bacilli and filaments,Oral antimicrobial proteins,Gram negative cocci,Gram negative bacilli and acid fast bacteria,Fungi,Viruses I,Viruses II,Parasites,Dental plaque,Disinfection, sterilization and antimicrobials,Protection against infectious diseases, active and passive immunization (vaccines and immune sera).
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Describes approaches used in the prevention and control of infectious diseases.10, 16, 9C
Explains the microorganism-host relationships.10, 16, 9C
Explains the activities of oral microorganisms in health and disease.10, 16, 9C
List the characteristics of microorganisms that cause infection.10, 16, 9C
List the elements of the immune system; explains their roles.10, 16, 9C
Explains immune response mechanisms.10, 16, 9C
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:C: Multiple-Choice Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introduction to immunology, innate immunityReview of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Part VII
2Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) and antigen presentation, antigen recognition in the adaptive immune systemReview of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Part VII
3Cellular and humoral immune responsesReview of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Part VII
4Tolerance and autoimmunity; allergy and hypersensitivityReview of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Part VII
5General properties of microorganismas and their modes of transmissionMedical Microbiology, chapters 1, 9
6MicrobiotaOral Microbiology: chapter 1
7Factors affecting the growth of microorganismsOral microbiology: chapter 2
8Oral microbiota in health and diseaseOral Microbiology: chapter 4
9Gram positive cocciOral Microbiology: chapters 3, 6 and 7
10Gram positive bacilli and filamentsOral Microbiology: chapters 3, 6 and 7
10Oral antimicrobial proteinsOral Microbiology, chapters 4, 5, 6,7
11Gram negative cocciOral Microbiology: chapters 3, 6 and 7
12Gram negative bacilli and acid fast bacteriaOral Microbiology: chapters 3, 6 and 7
13FungiOral Microbiology: chapters 3 and 9
14Viruses IOral Microbiology: chapters 3 and 10
15Viruses IIOral Microbiology: chapters 3, 10 and 11
16ParasitesOral Microbiology: chapter 3
17Dental plaqueOral Microbiology: chapter 5
18Disinfection, sterilization and antimicrobialsOral Microbiology: chapter 12
19Protection against infectious diseases, active and passive immunization (vaccines and immune sera)Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Part I and VII
Resources
1. Jawetz, Melnick and Adelberg Medical Microbiology. Geo. F. Brooks, Karen C. Carroll, Janet S. Butel, Stephen A (eds.) Translation editor: Osman Şadi Yenen, Nobel Tip Kitabevi, 2014 2. Oral Microbiology. 5th edition; Elsevier. 3. Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, 16th edition; Lange. 4. Özlem Güven. Medical Microbiology lecture notes.

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
PQ-1. He/She has the ability to monitor and evaluate the practical tools used in the field of dentistry, the literature containing the most up-to-date information and other resources.
X
2
PQ-2. He/She has the knowledge to evaluate the source, accuracy, reliability and validity of the information obtained in the field of dentistry. He/she integrates this information with the information of all disciplines in the field of health, analyzes it and uses it in his/her professional practices.
X
3
PQ-3. He/She interprets and evaluates scientifically proven data, identifies and analyzes problems, develops solution suggestions and provides the most ideal treatment for patients by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of dentistry.
X
4
PQ-4. He/She provides health education for individuals, families and society by integrating its knowledge in the field of dentistry with the knowledge of other health disciplines, creating interpretations and new information.
5
PQ-5. He/She clearly conveys her thoughts, problems and solution methods, and produces solutions to problems in line with scientific data and evidence by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge he/she has acquired in the field of dentistry.
6
PQ-6. He/She independently carries out a study related to the field of dentistry using her advanced knowledge
7
PQ-7. He/She takes responsibility as a team member or individually to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in dental applications.
8
PQ-8. He/She assumes the leadership role in solving problems in the field of dentistry, plans and manages activities for the development of employees under its responsibility and examines and evaluates the process.
X
9
PQ-9 He/She determines the learning needs and goals in the field of dentistry and directs its learning by accessing resources effectively and quickly. He/She is open to development, develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning and continues this behavior throughout her professional life.
X
10
PQ-10. He/She informs relevant people and institutions on issues related to the field of dentistry, listens to their thoughts, wishes and expectations, and conveys his/her own thoughts and solution suggestions to problems to experts and non-experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
X
11
PQ-11. He/she examines and improves his/her knowledge in the field of dentistry with his/her colleagues, patients and relatives, with a critical perspective specific to each individual.
12
PQ-12. He/She knows a foreign language (English) at a level that allows him/her to continue his/her professional development by following international publications and meetings in the field of dentistry and to communicate verbally and in writing with his/her colleagues.
13
PQ-13. He/She uses information and communication technologies along with knowledge of computer software and hardware at the level required by the field of dentistry.
14
PQ-14. While practicing dentistry, he/she respects social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of patient data and teaches these values.
X
15
PQ-15.He/She develops and implements strategies, policies and implementation plans on matters related to dentistry and evaluates the results within the framework of quality processes.
16
PQ-16. He/She uses the knowledge she has absorbed in the field of dentistry in interdisciplinary studies to solve oral and dental health problems of the individual and community.
X

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 40
Rate of Final Exam to Success 60
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours9436
Course Hours000
Guided Problem Solving000
Guided Problem Solving000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report000
Term Project000
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Quiz000
Midterm Exam4520
General Exam5525
General Exam000
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Total Workload(Hour)81
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(81/30)3
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
MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY-Yearly36+0-3
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeCommittee Course
Course CoordinatorAssist.Prof. Özlem GÜVEN
Name of Lecturer(s)Assist.Prof. Özlem GÜVEN, Assist.Prof. Deniz DURALI
Assistant(s)
AimThe aim of this course is to understand the properties of the microorganisms, the relationship between host and microorganisms, basic principles of immunology, the microbial infections and immune responses; to define the activities of microorganisms in health and disease in the field of dentistry.
Course ContentThis course contains; Introduction to immunology, innate immunity,Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) and antigen presentation, antigen recognition in the adaptive immune system,Cellular and humoral immune responses,Tolerance and autoimmunity; allergy and hypersensitivity,General properties of microorganismas and their modes of transmission,Microbiota,Factors affecting the growth of microorganisms,Oral microbiota in health and disease,Gram positive cocci,Gram positive bacilli and filaments,Oral antimicrobial proteins,Gram negative cocci,Gram negative bacilli and acid fast bacteria,Fungi,Viruses I,Viruses II,Parasites,Dental plaque,Disinfection, sterilization and antimicrobials,Protection against infectious diseases, active and passive immunization (vaccines and immune sera).
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Describes approaches used in the prevention and control of infectious diseases.10, 16, 9C
Explains the microorganism-host relationships.10, 16, 9C
Explains the activities of oral microorganisms in health and disease.10, 16, 9C
List the characteristics of microorganisms that cause infection.10, 16, 9C
List the elements of the immune system; explains their roles.10, 16, 9C
Explains immune response mechanisms.10, 16, 9C
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:C: Multiple-Choice Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introduction to immunology, innate immunityReview of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Part VII
2Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) and antigen presentation, antigen recognition in the adaptive immune systemReview of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Part VII
3Cellular and humoral immune responsesReview of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Part VII
4Tolerance and autoimmunity; allergy and hypersensitivityReview of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Part VII
5General properties of microorganismas and their modes of transmissionMedical Microbiology, chapters 1, 9
6MicrobiotaOral Microbiology: chapter 1
7Factors affecting the growth of microorganismsOral microbiology: chapter 2
8Oral microbiota in health and diseaseOral Microbiology: chapter 4
9Gram positive cocciOral Microbiology: chapters 3, 6 and 7
10Gram positive bacilli and filamentsOral Microbiology: chapters 3, 6 and 7
10Oral antimicrobial proteinsOral Microbiology, chapters 4, 5, 6,7
11Gram negative cocciOral Microbiology: chapters 3, 6 and 7
12Gram negative bacilli and acid fast bacteriaOral Microbiology: chapters 3, 6 and 7
13FungiOral Microbiology: chapters 3 and 9
14Viruses IOral Microbiology: chapters 3 and 10
15Viruses IIOral Microbiology: chapters 3, 10 and 11
16ParasitesOral Microbiology: chapter 3
17Dental plaqueOral Microbiology: chapter 5
18Disinfection, sterilization and antimicrobialsOral Microbiology: chapter 12
19Protection against infectious diseases, active and passive immunization (vaccines and immune sera)Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Part I and VII
Resources
1. Jawetz, Melnick and Adelberg Medical Microbiology. Geo. F. Brooks, Karen C. Carroll, Janet S. Butel, Stephen A (eds.) Translation editor: Osman Şadi Yenen, Nobel Tip Kitabevi, 2014 2. Oral Microbiology. 5th edition; Elsevier. 3. Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, 16th edition; Lange. 4. Özlem Güven. Medical Microbiology lecture notes.

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
PQ-1. He/She has the ability to monitor and evaluate the practical tools used in the field of dentistry, the literature containing the most up-to-date information and other resources.
X
2
PQ-2. He/She has the knowledge to evaluate the source, accuracy, reliability and validity of the information obtained in the field of dentistry. He/she integrates this information with the information of all disciplines in the field of health, analyzes it and uses it in his/her professional practices.
X
3
PQ-3. He/She interprets and evaluates scientifically proven data, identifies and analyzes problems, develops solution suggestions and provides the most ideal treatment for patients by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of dentistry.
X
4
PQ-4. He/She provides health education for individuals, families and society by integrating its knowledge in the field of dentistry with the knowledge of other health disciplines, creating interpretations and new information.
5
PQ-5. He/She clearly conveys her thoughts, problems and solution methods, and produces solutions to problems in line with scientific data and evidence by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge he/she has acquired in the field of dentistry.
6
PQ-6. He/She independently carries out a study related to the field of dentistry using her advanced knowledge
7
PQ-7. He/She takes responsibility as a team member or individually to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in dental applications.
8
PQ-8. He/She assumes the leadership role in solving problems in the field of dentistry, plans and manages activities for the development of employees under its responsibility and examines and evaluates the process.
X
9
PQ-9 He/She determines the learning needs and goals in the field of dentistry and directs its learning by accessing resources effectively and quickly. He/She is open to development, develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning and continues this behavior throughout her professional life.
X
10
PQ-10. He/She informs relevant people and institutions on issues related to the field of dentistry, listens to their thoughts, wishes and expectations, and conveys his/her own thoughts and solution suggestions to problems to experts and non-experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
X
11
PQ-11. He/she examines and improves his/her knowledge in the field of dentistry with his/her colleagues, patients and relatives, with a critical perspective specific to each individual.
12
PQ-12. He/She knows a foreign language (English) at a level that allows him/her to continue his/her professional development by following international publications and meetings in the field of dentistry and to communicate verbally and in writing with his/her colleagues.
13
PQ-13. He/She uses information and communication technologies along with knowledge of computer software and hardware at the level required by the field of dentistry.
14
PQ-14. While practicing dentistry, he/she respects social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of patient data and teaches these values.
X
15
PQ-15.He/She develops and implements strategies, policies and implementation plans on matters related to dentistry and evaluates the results within the framework of quality processes.
16
PQ-16. He/She uses the knowledge she has absorbed in the field of dentistry in interdisciplinary studies to solve oral and dental health problems of the individual and community.
X

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 40
Rate of Final Exam to Success 60
Total 100

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