ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ENGINEERING
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
BME1032	Introduction to Biology	Spring	3	0	3	6

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

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

Learning Outcomes

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.

Course Content

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

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

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

Sources

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:

Evaluation System

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

ECTS / Workload Table

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

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Have sufficient background in mathematics, science and artificial intelligence engineering.
2)	Use theoretical and applied knowledge in the fields of mathematics, science and artificial intelligence engineering together for engineering solutions.
3)	Identify, define, formulate and solve engineering problems, select and apply appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques for this purpose.
4)	Analyse a system, system component or process and design it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; apply modern design methods in this direction.
5)	Select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications.
6)	Design and conduct experiments, collect data, and analyse and interpret results.
7)	Work effectively both as an individual and as a multi-disciplinary team member.
8)	Access information via conducting literature research, using databases and other resources
9)	Follow the developments in science and technology and constantly update themself with an awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.
10)	Use information and communication technologies together with computer software with at least the European Computer License Advanced Level required by their field.
11)	Communicate effectively, both verbal and written; know a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.
12)	Have an awareness of the universal and social impacts of engineering solutions and applications; know about entrepreneurship and innovation; and have an awareness of the problems of the age.
13)	Have a sense of professional and ethical responsibility.
14)	Have an awareness of project management, workplace practices, employee health, environment and work safety; know the legal consequences of engineering practices.