Course Detail
Course Description
Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
MEDICAL BIOLOGY and GENETICS | - | Fall Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 4 |
Course Program |
Prerequisites Courses | |
Recommended Elective Courses |
Language of Course | Turkish |
Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
Course Type | Required |
Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Esra ÇAĞAVİ |
Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Elif Zeynep YILMAZ |
Assistant(s) | Res. Asst. Furkan Büyükkal |
Aim | To examine the general concepts about the general structure and functions of the cell and hereditary material and to inform about genetic mechanisms. To examine the concepts of medical biology and genetics and the mechanisms of cellular functioning. |
Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to Medical Biology and cell examination methods,Cell organization, cell membrane and properties,Cell organelles, cytoskeleton and cellular connections,Transport and stimulus transmission across the cell membrane,Cellular energy and metabolism,Genetic material, nucleic acids: DNA – RNA and replication,Transcription and translation,Cell cycle and cell division,Chromosomal structure and number anomalies,DNA damage and repair mechanisms,Cell senescence, apoptosis and cancer,Mendelian genetics and inheritance patterns,Stem cell biology and treatments,Human genome project. |
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
Explains the scope of medical biology, cellular characteristics, different cell types, and cell analysis methods. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Defines the macromolecules in the cell and classifies them according to their properties. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Explains the structure and function of the cytoskeleton. Explains the cell organelles and their role in the survival of the cell. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Defines and differentiates the transport mechanisms through the cell membrane. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Defines DNA replication. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Defines the transcription and translation of genes, establishes the relationship with protein synthesis. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Explains DNA damage and causative factors. Classifies and explains the repair mechanisms. He establishes a relationship with Aziz Sancar's work. Defines chromosomal anomaly and mutation, establishes the relationship with genetic diseases. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Explains the purposes of techniques used in molecular biology | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Describes the cell cycle, division and phases. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Explain cell aging and its causes. Defines cell death and cancerization | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Describes the basic properties of stem cells and explains the relationship between other cell types | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Defines the basic concepts of inheritance | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Explains the relationship between Mendelian Genetics and genetic diseases | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
Course Outline
Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
---|---|---|
1 | Introduction to Medical Biology and cell examination methods | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
2 | Cell organization, cell membrane and properties | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
3 | Cell organelles, cytoskeleton and cellular connections | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
4 | Transport and stimulus transmission across the cell membrane | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
5 | Cellular energy and metabolism | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
6 | Genetic material, nucleic acids: DNA – RNA and replication | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
7 | Transcription and translation | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
8 | Cell cycle and cell division | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
9 | Chromosomal structure and number anomalies | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
10 | DNA damage and repair mechanisms | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
11 | Cell senescence, apoptosis and cancer | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
12 | Mendelian genetics and inheritance patterns | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
13 | Stem cell biology and treatments | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
14 | Human genome project |
Resources |
1. Kasap H, Kasap M, Demirhan O, Alptekin D, Lüleyap Ü, Pazarbaşı A, Güzel İ. Kasap, H. (Ed.).(2017) Tıbbi Biyoloji ve Genetik. Akademisyen Tıp Kitabevi. İstanbul. 2. Chandar N, Viselli S (2012). Lippincott’s Illustrated Reviews serisinden: Hücre ve Moleküler Biyoloji, Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri, İstanbul. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
1 | PQ-1. Obtains basic and updated theoretical and practical information in the field of child development by using the necessary educational and training tools and resources. | X | |||||
2 | PQ-2. Has the knowledge to comparatively evaluate and interpret the accuracy, reliability and validity of the information she has gained regarding child development. | ||||||
3 | PQ-3. Gains knowledge of children's development, learning characteristics and difficulties. | X | |||||
4 | PQ-4. In the field of child development, using advanced knowledge and skills covering physical, cognitive, language, social-emotional and sensory development areas, interprets and evaluates evidence-based data, analyzes developmental problems, develops and develops solution suggestions for children with typical and atypical development, taking into account ethical values and does teamwork. | X | |||||
5 | PQ-5. In line with the theoretical and practical knowledge she has acquired in the field of child development, she has the ability to prepare developmental evaluation and support programs for typical and atypical children with different methods and tools, to provide family counseling and to inform the society. | ||||||
6 | PQ-6. In the field of child development, he has the skills to produce different solutions to problem situations for typical and atypical children with an evidence-based approach. | X | |||||
7 | PQ-7. Takes responsibility for trans-disciplinary studies in the field of child development and fulfills its duties effectively. | X | |||||
8 | PQ-8. Conducts independent studies individually and in groups, using the advanced knowledge he has acquired in the field of child development. | X | |||||
9 | PQ-9. He evaluates the information he has with a critical approach, determines his own learning needs and directs his learning. | X | |||||
10 | PQ-10. Develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning by effectively using ways to access information. | X | |||||
11 | PQ-11. Internalizes and generalizes advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of child development and demonstrates what he has learned. | ||||||
12 | PQ-12. With the awareness of social responsibility, he/she plans and implements professional projects, research and activities for the social environment he lives in, and monitors and evaluates the process. | X | |||||
13 | PQ-13. It informs relevant people and institutions on issues related to child development and shares its thoughts and solutions to problems with quantitative and qualitative data, as an active element of the process, with experts and non-experts. | X | |||||
14 | PQ-14. Being an example to society with his appearance, attitude and behavior, he acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values, relevant laws, regulations and legislation. | ||||||
15 | PQ-15. The individual has sufficient awareness about quality management and processes, including babies, children and families, environmental protection and occupational safety, and acts appropriately and participates in these processes. |
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
Total | 100 |
ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 | |||
Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 2 | 5 | 10 | |||
Term Project | 1 | 5 | 5 | |||
Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Midterm Exam | 2 | 22 | 44 | |||
General Exam | 1 | 31 | 31 | |||
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Total Workload(Hour) | 132 | |||||
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(132/30) | 4 | |||||
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. |
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
MEDICAL BIOLOGY and GENETICS | - | Fall Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 4 |
Course Program |
Prerequisites Courses | |
Recommended Elective Courses |
Language of Course | Turkish |
Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
Course Type | Required |
Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Esra ÇAĞAVİ |
Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Elif Zeynep YILMAZ |
Assistant(s) | Res. Asst. Furkan Büyükkal |
Aim | To examine the general concepts about the general structure and functions of the cell and hereditary material and to inform about genetic mechanisms. To examine the concepts of medical biology and genetics and the mechanisms of cellular functioning. |
Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to Medical Biology and cell examination methods,Cell organization, cell membrane and properties,Cell organelles, cytoskeleton and cellular connections,Transport and stimulus transmission across the cell membrane,Cellular energy and metabolism,Genetic material, nucleic acids: DNA – RNA and replication,Transcription and translation,Cell cycle and cell division,Chromosomal structure and number anomalies,DNA damage and repair mechanisms,Cell senescence, apoptosis and cancer,Mendelian genetics and inheritance patterns,Stem cell biology and treatments,Human genome project. |
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
Explains the scope of medical biology, cellular characteristics, different cell types, and cell analysis methods. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Defines the macromolecules in the cell and classifies them according to their properties. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Explains the structure and function of the cytoskeleton. Explains the cell organelles and their role in the survival of the cell. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Defines and differentiates the transport mechanisms through the cell membrane. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Defines DNA replication. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Defines the transcription and translation of genes, establishes the relationship with protein synthesis. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Explains DNA damage and causative factors. Classifies and explains the repair mechanisms. He establishes a relationship with Aziz Sancar's work. Defines chromosomal anomaly and mutation, establishes the relationship with genetic diseases. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Explains the purposes of techniques used in molecular biology | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Describes the cell cycle, division and phases. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Explain cell aging and its causes. Defines cell death and cancerization | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Describes the basic properties of stem cells and explains the relationship between other cell types | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Defines the basic concepts of inheritance | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Explains the relationship between Mendelian Genetics and genetic diseases | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
Course Outline
Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
---|---|---|
1 | Introduction to Medical Biology and cell examination methods | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
2 | Cell organization, cell membrane and properties | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
3 | Cell organelles, cytoskeleton and cellular connections | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
4 | Transport and stimulus transmission across the cell membrane | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
5 | Cellular energy and metabolism | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
6 | Genetic material, nucleic acids: DNA – RNA and replication | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
7 | Transcription and translation | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
8 | Cell cycle and cell division | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
9 | Chromosomal structure and number anomalies | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
10 | DNA damage and repair mechanisms | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
11 | Cell senescence, apoptosis and cancer | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
12 | Mendelian genetics and inheritance patterns | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
13 | Stem cell biology and treatments | Preparing for the relevant subject from the first source |
14 | Human genome project |
Resources |
1. Kasap H, Kasap M, Demirhan O, Alptekin D, Lüleyap Ü, Pazarbaşı A, Güzel İ. Kasap, H. (Ed.).(2017) Tıbbi Biyoloji ve Genetik. Akademisyen Tıp Kitabevi. İstanbul. 2. Chandar N, Viselli S (2012). Lippincott’s Illustrated Reviews serisinden: Hücre ve Moleküler Biyoloji, Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri, İstanbul. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
1 | PQ-1. Obtains basic and updated theoretical and practical information in the field of child development by using the necessary educational and training tools and resources. | X | |||||
2 | PQ-2. Has the knowledge to comparatively evaluate and interpret the accuracy, reliability and validity of the information she has gained regarding child development. | ||||||
3 | PQ-3. Gains knowledge of children's development, learning characteristics and difficulties. | X | |||||
4 | PQ-4. In the field of child development, using advanced knowledge and skills covering physical, cognitive, language, social-emotional and sensory development areas, interprets and evaluates evidence-based data, analyzes developmental problems, develops and develops solution suggestions for children with typical and atypical development, taking into account ethical values and does teamwork. | X | |||||
5 | PQ-5. In line with the theoretical and practical knowledge she has acquired in the field of child development, she has the ability to prepare developmental evaluation and support programs for typical and atypical children with different methods and tools, to provide family counseling and to inform the society. | ||||||
6 | PQ-6. In the field of child development, he has the skills to produce different solutions to problem situations for typical and atypical children with an evidence-based approach. | X | |||||
7 | PQ-7. Takes responsibility for trans-disciplinary studies in the field of child development and fulfills its duties effectively. | X | |||||
8 | PQ-8. Conducts independent studies individually and in groups, using the advanced knowledge he has acquired in the field of child development. | X | |||||
9 | PQ-9. He evaluates the information he has with a critical approach, determines his own learning needs and directs his learning. | X | |||||
10 | PQ-10. Develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning by effectively using ways to access information. | X | |||||
11 | PQ-11. Internalizes and generalizes advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of child development and demonstrates what he has learned. | ||||||
12 | PQ-12. With the awareness of social responsibility, he/she plans and implements professional projects, research and activities for the social environment he lives in, and monitors and evaluates the process. | X | |||||
13 | PQ-13. It informs relevant people and institutions on issues related to child development and shares its thoughts and solutions to problems with quantitative and qualitative data, as an active element of the process, with experts and non-experts. | X | |||||
14 | PQ-14. Being an example to society with his appearance, attitude and behavior, he acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values, relevant laws, regulations and legislation. | ||||||
15 | PQ-15. The individual has sufficient awareness about quality management and processes, including babies, children and families, environmental protection and occupational safety, and acts appropriately and participates in these processes. |
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
Total | 100 |