MBG2001 Molecular Genetics IBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs BIOENGINEERING (ENGLISH, THESIS)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
BIOENGINEERING (ENGLISH, THESIS)
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
MBG2001 Molecular Genetics I Spring 3 2 4 7
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: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ELIZABETH HEMOND
Course Objectives: The objective of the course is to identify the features of nucleic acids, chromosome organization in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, DNA replication and the mechanisms related with gene expression.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Identify preliminary terms in genetics.
2. Discuss the basic features of DNA.
3. Define structure and features of nucleic acids.
4. Identify chromosome organization in prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
5. Discuss DNA replication.
6. Discuss mutations, their causes and types.
7. Define DNA repair and its mechanisms.
8. Discuss RNA transcription.
9. Identifies RNA processing in general terms.
10. Discuss mechanisms related with gene expression regulation
11. Identify protein translation.
12. Discuss post-translational mechanisms.

Course Content

This course covers the features of nucleic acids, chromosomeal organisation in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, DNA replication, RNA transcription and protein translation.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction
2) DNA
3) Structure and properties of nucleic acids
4) Chromosome organization in prokaryotes and eukaryotes
5) DNA Replication
6) Mutations
7) DNA repair
8) Transcription I
9) Transcription II
10) RNA processing
11) Regulation of gene expression
12) Translation I
13) Translation II
14) Post-translational modifications

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Molecular Genetics I Lecture Notes will be supplied.
Moleküler Genetik I ders notları verilecektir.
References: 1. The Cell: A Molecular Approach, Geoffrey M. Cooper, Robert E. Hausman, Sinauer Associates, 5th edition (2009), ISBN-13: 978-0878933976
2. Molecular Biology of the Gene. (4th ed.) 1987. James D. Watson, Tania A. Baker, Stephen P. Bell, Alexander Gann, Michael Levine (Author), Richard Losick, Inglis CSHLP., Benjamin Cummings Publishers, 6th edition (2007), ISBN-13: 978-0805395921

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 10 % 5
Laboratory 10 % 20
Midterms 1 % 25
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
Laboratory 10 2 20
Study Hours Out of Class 14 8 112
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 178

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) An understanding of the advanced concepts of Mathematics (calculus, analysis, linear algebra, differential equations, statistics), Natural Sciences (physics, chemistry, biology), and Engineering Sciences (electronics, material science, mechanics, thermal and fluid systems, control, signal and image processing, microcontrollers) relevant to Biomedical Engineering.
2) An ability to use at an advanced level the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools (including software) necessary for engineering practice.
3) The capability of designing and conducting advanced experiments and of analyzing and evaluating data.
4) An ability to design the components of complex systems and processes under realistic constraints.
5) Acquisition of the skills needed to develop products (device, system, process) which are used in diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure of diseases.
6) An ability to communicate knowledge and opinion efectively, both oral and in writing.
7) An ability to assume initiative and individual resposibility, and to cooperate with team-mates from other disciplines.
8) A kowledge of the current needs and problems of society, and an awareness of the social and global impact of engineering solutions.
9) Assimilation of the ethics and responsibilities of the profession.
10) Recognition of the importance of life-long learning, and participation therein.