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MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND GENETICS
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
VCD3113 3D Modelling Spring 2 2 3 5
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:
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi İPEK TORUN
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor CAN PEKDEMİR
Prof. Dr. HASAN KEMAL SUHER
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to make an introduction to 3D modelling and computer animation world and to give a basic understanding of “how it works” in 3D animatio. Students will be informed about terms and techniques of 3D modelling and learn to use a 3D software. The relation of 3D modelling between sculpture, painting, architecture, computer games, cinema, music will also be explained in this course.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. To gain an understanding about virtual 3D environment.
II. Practice skills of 3D modelling and texture mapping.
III. Practice skills of basic animation in 3D environment.
IV. Learn to use one of the industry standard 3D softwares.

Course Content

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) 1. Week : Introduction to 3D modelling (Basic concepts of 3D modelling and general information about softwares)
2) 2.Week : Starting with 2d shapes
3) 3.Week : Transforming to 3d meshes
4) 4.Week : Polygon modelling 1(objects)
5) 5.Week : Mid term 1
6) 6.Week : Polygon modelling 2(organic)
7) 7.Week : Materials / Shaders
8) 8.Week : Basic Mapping 1
9) 9.Week : Mapping 2
10) 10.Week : Mid Term 2
11) 11.Week : How to create a texture in Photoshop.
12) 12.Week : Introduction to Animation (Basic concepts of 3D animation and general information about softwares)
13) 13.Week : First Animation: Bouncing ball
14) Review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 10 % 10
Midterms 2 % 40
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Homework Assignments 11 60
Final 3 24
Total Workload 126

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) Utilize the wealth of information stored in computer databases to answer basic biological questions and solve problems such as diagnosis and treatment of diseases. 3
2) Acquire an ability to compile and analyze biological information, clearly present and discuss the conclusions, the inferred knowledge and the arguments behind them both in oral and written format. 4
3) Develop critical, creative and analytical thinking skills. 5
4) Develop effective communication skills and have competence in scientific speaking, reading and writing abilities in English and Turkish. 3
5) Gain knowledge of different techniques and methods used in genetics and acquire the relevant laboratory skills. 4
6) Detect biological problems, learn to make hypothesis and solve the hypothesis by using variety of experimental and observational methods. 4
7) Gain knowledge of methods for collecting quantitative and qualitative data and obtain the related skills. 3
8) Conduct research through paying attention to ethics, human values and rights. Pay special attention to confidentiality of information while working with human subjects. 5
9) Obtain basic concepts used in theory and practices of molecular biology and genetics and establish associations between them. 4
10) Search and use literature to improve himself/herself and follow recent developments in science and technology. 5
11) Be aware of the national and international problems in the field and search for solutions. 4