SOCIOLOGY | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
BME1032 | Introduction to Biology | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi CANAN BAĞCI |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | - To introduce students to the basic concepts and principles of biology - To introduce basic life units - To describe the structure of the cell - To describe the structure and function of cellular organelles. - To describe the processes involved in cellular division |
The students who have succeeded in this course; Students who successfully complete this course are able to; 1. Explain the steps in the scientific process and list the importance of biology in society and daily life. 2. Define the cell structure and function. 3. Describe the basic chemical structure of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), ribonucleic acid (RNA), carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. 4. Explain the role of DNA and RNA in transmitting information from genotype (DNA) to phenotype (protein) and deciphering the genetic code. 5. Defines the evolution and ecosystem. |
1. Week: What is “cell”? by Dr. Filiz Sağlam, Dep. of Clinical Microbiology 2. Week: Cellular Organels by Dr. Gözde Erkanlı Şentürk, Dep. of Histology &Embryology 3. Week: Cell Division & Cell Death by Dr. Gözde Erkanlı Şentürk, Dep. of Histology &Embryology 4. Week: Lab: How to use microscobe-observation of some bacteria (in Goztepe Campus, Multidisipline Lab.) by Dr. Filiz Sağlam, Dep. of Clinical Microbiology 5. Week: Lab: Cell Types and Cell Division (in Goztepe Campus, Multidisipline Lab.) by Dr. Gözde Erkanlı Şentürk, Dep. of Histology &Embryology 6. Week: Muscle, Contraction & Human Activity by Dr. Gözde Erkanlı Şentürk, Dep. of Histology &Embryology 7. Week: Mid-Exam 8. Week: Nutrition and GIS System by Dr. Gözde Erkanlı Şentürk, Dep. of Histology &Embryology 9. Week: Circulation &Respiratory System by Dr. Gözde Erkanlı Şentürk, Dep. of Histology &Embryology 10. Week: Nervous System &Senses by Dr. Gözde Erkanlı Şentürk, Dep. of Histology &Embryology 11. Week: Reproductive System by Dr. Gözde Erkanlı Şentürk, Dep. of Histology &Embryology 12. Week: Introduction to Human Development by Dr. Gözde Erkanlı Şentürk, Dep. of Histology &Embryology 13. Week: Stem Cells by Dr. Gözde Erkanlı Şentürk, Dep. of Histology &Embryology 14. Week: Final Exam |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Human biology, Science and Society | |
2) | Cell Overview | Lecture notes |
3) | Organelles of the Cell | Lecture notes |
4) | Cell structure and functions | |
5) | DNA and chromosome | |
6) | DNA replication | Lecture notes |
7) | Cell division and metamorphosis | |
8) | Cancer: Uncontrolled cell division and differentiation | Lecture notes |
9) | Genetics and inheritance | |
10) | Human embryogenesis | |
11) | From cells to organs | |
12) | Introduction to stem cells | |
13) | Ecosystem and Population | |
14) | Evolution and the beginning of life | Lecture Notes |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | 1. Michael D. Johnson. “ Human Biology, Concepts and Current Issues”, ISBN: 1292166274, 8th Edition, Publisher: Pearson, 2017. 2-Alberts, B., Johnson, A., Lewis, J., Raff, M., Roberts, K., Walter, P. “Molecular Biology of The Cell”, 5th Edition, ISBN:9780815341055, Publisher: Garland Science, 2008. |
References: |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 5 |
Midterms | 1 | % 35 |
Final | 1 | % 60 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 40 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 60 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Laboratory | 3 | 9 | 27 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 6 | 84 |
Quizzes | 1 | 3 | 3 |
Midterms | 1 | 3 | 3 |
Final | 1 | 3 | 3 |
Total Workload | 162 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | To learn and compare major sociology perspectives, both classical and contemporary, and apply all of them to analysis of social conditions. | |
2) | To be able to identify the basic methodological approaches in building sociological and anthropological knowledge at local and global levels | |
3) | To be able to use theoretical and applied knowledge acquired in the fields of statistics in social sciences. | |
4) | To have a basic knowledge of other disciplines (including psychology, history, political science, communication studies and literature) that can contribute to sociology and to be able to make use of this knowledge in analyzing sociological processes | |
5) | To have a knowledge and practice of scientific and ethical principles in collecting, interpreting and publishing sociological data also develop ability how to share this data with experts and lay people, using effective communication skills | |
6) | To develop competence in analyzing and publishing sociological knowledge by using computer software for quantitative and qualitative analysis; and develop an attitute for learning new techniques in these fields. | |
7) | To identify and to have a knowledge of the theories related to urban and rural sociology and demography, and political sociology, sociology of gender, sociology of body, visual sociology, sociology of work, sociology of religion, sociology of knowledge and sociology of crime. | |
8) | To have knowledge of how sociology is positioned as a scientific discipline from a philosophical and historical perspective | |
9) | To have the awareness of social issues in Turkish society, to develop critical perspective in analysing these issues and to have a knowledge of the works of Turkish sociologists and to be able to transfer this knowledge | |
10) | To have the awareness of social issues and global societal processes and to apply sociological analysis to development and social responsibility projects | |
11) | To have the ability to define a research question, design a research project and complete a written report for various fields of sociology, either as an individual or as a team member. | |
12) | To be able to transfer the knowledge gained in the areas of sociology to the level of secondary school. |