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SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY
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
MBG4062 Forensic Genetics Fall 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 ELIZABETH HEMOND
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to teach the students how to obtain the biological evidence, DNA sources, possible ways to obtain DNA, polymorphic systems used in past and present, basic principles of population genetics, identification, affinity determination e.t.c.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. The use of and application molecular biology techniques in forensic science
2. Crime scene investigation- the collection and transfer of biological evidence
3. Evaluation of biological evidence found at the crime scene and establish a connection between the suspect - victim.
4. identification of biological evidence using DNA technologies and determination of paternity and kinship.
5.The importance of DNA banks In solving forensic cases

Course Content

Pure expression, assignment preparation, discussion and evaluation. Students are going to prepare assignments about the uses of DNA in forensic cases. These cases are going to be discussed in the course, so that they can assess their theological knowledge. By preparing their assessments, the students are going to scan scientific literature from internet and scientific journals

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Crime Scene Investigation and DNA Sources I
2) Crime Scene Investigation and DNA Sources II
3) Genetic Markers and Blood Types
4) Polymorphic Enzymes and Proteins
5) Forensic Sciences and DNA
6) Biological samples and DNA Isolation Techniques
7) RFLP, PCR and Electrophoresis Techniques and to use of in Forensic sciences
8) VNTR and STR loci, Somatic STRs
9) X- and Y- chromosome STR loci - the use of forensic cases
10) Mitochondrial DNA and its Analyzes Techniques-- the use of forensic cases
11) STR analyzes- Problems and solutions
12) Mini-STR Loci- advantage of forensic cases
13) SNP and Forensic Identification
14) The importance of DNA Banks in solving criminal cases

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: John M. Butler Fundamentals of Forensic DNA Typing (2009) National Institute of standards and technology Gaithersburg,Maryland,USA
William Goodwin, Adrian linacre, Sibte Hadi. An Introduction To Forensic Genetics (2007) Jhon Wiley Ltd.England, ISBN:978-0-470-01025-9
John M. Butler. Forensic DNA Typing: Biology and Technology Behind STR Markers, Academic Press; 2nd edition (2/22/2005), ISBN: 0121479528"
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 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 Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 8 112
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 158

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) To use theoretic and methodological approach, evidence-based principles and scientific literature in Speech and Language Therapy field systematically for practice.
2) To have theoretic and practical knowledge for individual's, family's and the community's health promotion and protection.
3) To use information and health technologies in practice and research in the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
4) To communicate effectively with advisee, colleagues for effective professional relationships.
5) To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level.
6) To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
7) To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice.
8) To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach.
9) To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively.
10) To take responsibility and participate in the processes actively for training of other therapist, education of health professionals and individuals about speech and languege therapy.
11) To carry out speech and languge therapy practices considering cultural differences and different health needs of different groups in the community.