TEXTILE AND FASHION DESIGN
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
MBG3002	Techniques in Biological Sciences	Spring	3	0	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 :	Assist. Prof. MERVE SEVEN
Recommended Optional Program Components:	There is none.
Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to form a substantial theoretical basis to understand key experimental techniques used in modern molecular biology research.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Discuss DNA isolation, quantification, agarose gel electrophoresis
2. Define Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), principle, basic applications, optimization
3. Define Recombinant DNA technology (gene overexpression and silencing vectors, cloning, transfection, transformation)
4. Evaluate DNA Sequence analysis, Southern Blot
5. Define about RNA isolation, quantification, cDNA synthesis, cDNA library construction
6. Define Q-PCR, RT-PCR. miRNA
7. Define Microarray analysis and Northern Blot
8. Identify about Protein isolation, quantification, SDS-PAGE, Commassie Staining
9. Discuss Western Blot, Immunostaining, Protein imaging techniques
10. Define Protein purification techniques
11. Have basic knowledge of the main analytical techniques used in Molecular Biology.

Course Content

Experimental techniques course will provide an intensive exposure to the experimental techniques used in molecular biology. It is mainly based on DNA, RNa and protein analysis techniques.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction and Biomolecules
2)	DNA and PCR techniques
3)	RNA and gene expression studies	Reading
4)	DNA sequencing and RNA sequencing	Reading
5)	DNA Sequence analysis, Southern Blot	Reading
5)	QPCR and microarray technologies
6)	Cloning I
7)	Cloning II
8)	Subjects overview	Reading
9)	Proteins as Products	Reading
10)	Protein isolation, purification and quantification	Reading
11)	Western Blotting and Immunoprecipitation
12)	Analytical Techniques	Reading
13)	Liquid Chromatography	Reading
14)	Protein-protein interaction analysis (phage display, yeast two hybrid)-II	Reading
14)	Mass Spectrometry

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Ders notları haftalık olarak verilecektir. Course notes will be supplied weekly.
References:	1. Current Protocols in Molecular Biology, Wiley Online Library, ISBN: 9780471142720 4. Molecular Cloning: A Laboratory Manual, Joseph Sambrook, David William Russell, CSHL Press, 2001, ISBN 0879695773, 9780879695774

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	14	% 0
Homework Assignments	1	% 15
Midterms	1	% 35
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	7	98
Midterms	1	17	17
Final	1	18	18
Total Workload			175

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)	Understands the principles of artistic creation and basic design and applies the art and design objects he creates within this framework.
2)	Conducts the multifaceted research required for textile and fashion design processes and analyzes and interprets the results.
3)	Creates original and applicable fabric, clothing and pattern designs by using elements from different historical periods and cultures in accordance with his purpose.
4)	Recognizes textile raw materials and equipments.
5)	Uses computer programs effectively in the garment and fabric surface design process.
6)	Has professional technical knowledge regarding the implementation of clothing designs and production; In this context, recognizes and uses technological tools and equipment.
7)	Understands the importance of interdisciplinary interaction and communication in textile and clothing design-production-presentation processes and reflects this on the processes.
8)	Works in a programmed and disciplined manner in professional practices.
9)	Realizes the necessity of lifelong learning to maintain his productivity, creativity and professional competence.
10)	Understands, adopts and applies ethical responsibilities in professional practices; Has knowledge of relevant legal regulations.
11)	Establishes effective visual, written and verbal communication in the field of textile and fashion design.
12)	Reflects his knowledge on current and contemporary issues from all fields to his professional theoretical and practical studies on textile and clothing design; Understands the social and universal effects of these issues.
13)	Has sufficient awareness about social justice, environmental awareness, quality culture and protection of cultural values.