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Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
MBG3003 Microbiology Spring 2 2 3 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: 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 course will introduce the students to the biology of microorganisms with emphasis on prokaryotes. It covers structure, metabolism, genetics, growth and pathogenicity of bacteria.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1.Define about basic principles of microbiology
2. Make an introduction to microbial world
3. Compare cellular structure and function in bacteria and archae
4. Recognize nutrition and culture of microorganisms
5. Discuss microbial growth
6. Define molecular biology of bacteria
7. Define regulation of gene expression
8. Identify viruses and virology
9. Compare genetics of bacteria and archae
10. Define genetics of lower eukaryotic microbes
11. Recognize microbial genomics

Course Content

Microbiology is the study of microscopic organisms at the unicellular, multicellular or acellular level. The course content includes understanding the basics of disciplines such as virology, mycology, parasitology and bacteriology.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Basic Principles of Microbiology
2) Introduction to Microbial World
3) Cellular Structure and Function in Bacteria and Archae
4) Nutrition and Culture of Microorganisms
5) Microbial Growth
6) Molecular Biology of Bacteria-I
7) Molecular Biology of Bacteria-II
8) Regulation of Gene Expression I
9) Regulation of Gene Expression II
10) Viruses ve Virology-I
11) Viruses ve Virology-II
12) Genetics of Bacteria and Archaea
13) Genetics of Lower Eukaryotic Microbes
14) Microbial Genomics

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ders notları haftalık olarak verilecektir.
Course notes will be provided weekly.
References: Brock Biology of Microorganisms, Madigan, Martinko, Clark, Benjamin Cummings Publish., 2012, ISBN: 9780321649638 032164963X 9780321726759 0321726758

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) Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and industrial engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. The ability to apply modern design methods to meet this objective.
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in industrial engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to industrial engineering.
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working independently.
7) Demonstrate effective communication skills in both oral and written English and Turkish. Writing and understanding reports, preparing design and production reports, making effective presentations, giving and receiving clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for lifelong learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate him/herself.
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behaving accordingly. Information about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Know business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Know contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of modern age engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; recognize the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12) Develop effective and efficient managerial skills.