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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
MBG3001 Biotechnology Spring
Fall
3 0 3 8
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 EMİNE KANDEMİŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components: There is none.
Course Objectives: This course is an introduction to the field of biotechnology. The objective is to discuss the utilization of biotechnology for food, healthcare, environment and energy.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1.Recognize the field of biotechnology.
2.Define the methods utilized in biotechnology.
3.Recognize the applications of biotechnology
4.Discuss the interdisciplinary working in the area of biotechnology.
5.Discuss the regulations of biotechnology.
6.Recognize the ethical concerns raised with biotechnology.

Course Content

Course includes the techniques used in biotechnology and its applications.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) The Biotechnology Century Reading
2) Genes and Genomes Reading
3) Recombinant DNA Technology and “Omics” Technology Reading
4) Proteins as Products Reading
5) Applications of Microbial Biotechnology Reading
6) Applications of Plant (Agricultural) Biotechnology Reading
7) Applications of Animal Biotechnology I Reading
8) Applications of Animal Biotechnology II Reading
9) Applications Biotechnology in Forensic Science Reading
10) Applications of Environmental Biotechnology Reading
11) Marine and Aquatic Applications of Biotechnology Reading
12) Applications of Medical Biotechnology Reading
13) Biotechnology and Regulations Reading
14) Ethics and Biotechnology Reading

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ders notları haftalık olarak verilecektir.
Course notes will be supplied weekly.

References: Introduction to Biotechnology, William J. Thieman and Michael A. Palladino, International Edition, 3/e, Pearson Education Inc., 2013. (ISBN 13: 978-0-321-81892-8)

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 5
Presentation 1 % 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
Study Hours Out of Class 14 5 70
Presentations / Seminar 1 2 2
Midterms 1 17 17
Final 1 19 19
Total Workload 150

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) They acquire theoretical, historical and aesthetic knowledge specific to their field by using methods and techniques related to performing arts (acting, dance, music, etc.). 2
2) They have knowledge about art culture and aesthetics and they provide the unity of theory and practice in their field. 2
3) They are aware of national and international values in performing arts. 2
4) Abstract and concrete concepts of performing arts; can transform it into creative thinking, innovative and original works. 1
5) They have the sensitivity to run a business successfully in their field. 3
6) Develops the ability to perceive, think, design and implement multidimensional from local to universal. 3
7) They have knowledge about the disciplines that the performing arts field is related to and can evaluate the interaction of the sub-disciplines within their field. 2
8) They develop the ability to perceive, design, and apply multidimensionality by having knowledge about artistic criticism methods. 3
9) They can share original works related to their field with the society and evaluate their results and question their own work by using critical methods. 1
10) They follow English language resources related to their field and can communicate with foreign colleagues in their field. 1
11) By becoming aware of national and international values in the field of performing arts, they can transform abstract and concrete concepts into creative thinking, innovative and original works. 3
12) They can produce original works within the framework of an interdisciplinary understanding of art. 2
13) Within the framework of the Performing Arts Program and the units within it, they become individuals who are equipped to take part in the universal platform in their field. 3
14) Within the Performing Arts Program, according to the field of study; have competent technical knowledge in the field of acting and musical theater. 2
15) They use information and communication technologies together with computer software that is at least at the Advanced Level of the European Computer Use License as required by the field. 3