MECHATRONICS (TURKISH) | |||||
Associate | TR-NQF-HE: Level 5 | QF-EHEA: Short Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 5 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
MBG4053 | Transgenic Technology | Spring 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: | Associate (Short Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi EMİNE KANDEMİŞ |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | There is none. |
Course Objectives: | The objective of the course is to provide information about transgenic technology. Besides technical information; the use, risk assessment and biosafety regulations of transgenic organisms will be discussed. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Discuss the technology behind transgenic organisms. 2. Recognize how genetically modified animals, plants and microorganisms are achieved. 3. Discuss the reasons of gene manipulation. 4. Define the application areas of trangenic organisms. 5. Recognize the benefits and risks of transgenic organisms. 6. Perform risk assessment. 7. Discuss the biosafety regulations. |
Discussions on gene transfer methods in plants, animals and microorganisms; applications of transgenic technologies, risk analysis and biosafety regulations. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology: Introduction | Reading |
2) | Host-vector systems I | Reading |
3) | Host-vector systems II | Reading |
4) | Transgenic plant technology I | Reading |
5) | Transgenic plant technology II | Reading |
6) | Applications of transgenic plants I | Reading |
7) | Applications of transgenic plants II | Reading |
8) | Applications of transgenic plants III | Reading |
9) | Overview | Reading |
10) | Production of transgenic animals I | Reading |
11) | Production of transgenic animals II | Reading |
12) | Applications of transgenic animals | Reading |
13) | Diagnosis of diseases and gene therapy | Reading |
14) | Recent improvements in transgenic technology | Reading |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Haftalık ders notları iletilecektir. Relevant reviews, research papers and hand-outs will be supplied. |
References: | Principles of gene manipulation and genomics, Primrose SB and Tywan RM, 7th edition, 2006, Blacwell Publishing, ISBN: 9781405135443. |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 1 | % 5 |
Quizzes | 2 | % 20 |
Midterms | 1 | % 25 |
Final | 1 | % 50 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 4 | 56 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 4 | 56 |
Midterms | 1 | 20 | 20 |
Final | 1 | 18 | 18 |
Total Workload | 150 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | To improve fundamental computer knowledge, to encourage students using office and package programs. | |
2) | Ability to have and use of fundamental mathematics knowledge and skills the usage of relevant materials. | |
3) | Ability to recognize general structures of machine equipments and the features of shaping | |
4) | Ability to grasp manufacturing processes and cutting tool materials, materials, statics, mechanics and fluid science fundemantal knowledge. | |
5) | Ability to draw assembly and auxilary devices as well as to draw whole or details of a system. | |
6) | Ability to have a knowledge of fundemantal manufacturing process such as turning, milling, punching,grinding and welding techniques and to have a self esteem in order to work behind the bench. | |
7) | Ability to do computer aided design and write program on digital benches. | |
8) | Ability to prepare project report, follow up project process and implement projects. | |
9) | ability to learn the areas of usage of electronic circuit components. Ability to grasp and write programs for micro controllers and for their components. Ability to design relevant circuits. | |
10) | Ability to understand the electric motors principles and AC-DC analysis | |
11) | Ability to gain a dominaion on visual programming | |
12) | Having the ability to communicate efficiently in verbal and written Turkish, to know at least one foreign language in order to communicate with the colleagues and customers. |