PSYCHOLOGY
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
BIO1002 Introduction to Biology Spring 2 0 2 4

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. GÜLAY BULUT
Recommended Optional Program Components: There is none.
Course Objectives: The main objective of the course is to introduce biology at an entry level. Basic concepts in biology is given by examining the organism from molecular and cellular to systems level.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Define basic concepts in biology.
2. Recognize the chemistry of life.
3. Recognize the contents of the cell and its working principles.
4. Define the concepts in heredity.
5. Define basic concepts in genetics.
6. Recognize the main principles of animal form and function.
7. Recognize several organ systems of the human body.
8. Compare the organism at molecular, cellular and system level.

Course Content

The course covers basic biology information including chemistry of life, cell, genetics, heredity, animal form and function and organ systems.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Biology today Reading
2) Essential chemistry Reading
3) Molecules of life Reading
4) A tour of the cell Reading
5) The working cell / Cellular respiration Reading
6) Cellular basis of reproduction Reading
7) Patterns of inheritance Reading
8) Overview Reading
9) Structure and function of DNA / Gene regulation Reading
10) Unifying concepts of animal structure and function Reading
11) The body’s defense mechanisms Reading
12) Hormones and endocrine system Reading
13) Nervous, sensory and motor systems Reading
14) Overview Reading

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Course notes will be supplied.
References: 1)Campbell Essential Biology with Physiology, Simon-Reece-Dickey, Third Edition, Pearson Education Inc., 2010 (ISBN 13: 978-0-321-66017-6)
(REQUIRED READING)

2)Campbell Biology, Reece-Urry-Cain-Wasserman-Minorsky-Jackson, Ninth Edition, Pearson Education Inc., 2011 (ISBN 13: 978-0-321-73975-9)

3)Basic Concepts in Biology, Cecie Starr, Thomson Learning Inc., 2003

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 25
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 2 28
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Homework Assignments 1 12 12
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 100

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) Develop close interest in human mind and behavior, and attain critical thinking skills (in particular the ability to evaluate psychological theories using empirical evidence), as well as appreciating psychology as an evidence based science. 3
2) Gain a biopsychosocial understanding of human behavior, namely, the biological, psychological, social determinants of behavior. 4
3) Acquire theoretical and applied knowledge and learn about basic psychological concepts and perspectives
4) Familiarize with methodology and data evaluation techniques by being aware of scientific research methods (i.e. correlational, experimental, longitudinal, case study). 4
5) Employ ethical sensitivity while doing assessment, research or working with groups. 3
6) Familiarize with the essential perspectives of psychology (cognitive, developmental, clinical, social, behavioral, and biological). 4
7) Get the opportunity and skills to evaluate qualitative and quantitative data, write reports, and present them. 5
8) Attain preliminary knowledge for psychological measurement and evaluation.
9) To have a basic knowledge of other disciplines (e.g. sociology, history, political science, communication studies, philosophy, anthropology, literature, law, art, etc) that can contribute to psychology and to be able to make use of this knowledge in understanding and interpreting of psychological process.