INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND BUSINESS | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
GEN4053 | Transgenic Technology | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
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 : | Prof. Dr. GÜLAY BULUT |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | There is none. |
Course Objectives: | The objective of the course is to provide information about transgenic technology. Besides technical information; the use, risk assessment and biosafety regulations of transgenic organisms will be discussed. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Discuss the technology behind transgenic organisms. 2. Recognize how genetically modified animals, plants and microorganisms are achieved. 3. Discuss the reasons of gene manipulation. 4. Define the application areas of trangenic organisms. 5. Recognize the benefits and risks of transgenic organisms. 6. Perform risk assessment. 7. Discuss the biosafety regulations. |
Bitki, hayvan ve mikroorganizmalarda gen transfer yöntemleri; transgenik teknolojinin uygulama alanları; risk analizi ve biyogüvenlik düzenlemeleri üzerine tartışmalar. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology: Introduction | Reading |
2) | Host-vector systems I | Reading |
3) | Host-vector systems II | Reading |
4) | Transgenic plant technology I | Reading |
5) | Transgenic plant technology II | Reading |
6) | Applications of transgenic plants I | Reading |
7) | Applications of transgenic plants II | Reading |
8) | Applications of transgenic plants III | Reading |
9) | Overview | Reading |
10) | Production of transgenic animals I | Reading |
11) | Production of transgenic animals II | Reading |
12) | Applications of transgenic animals | Reading |
13) | Diagnosis of diseases and gene therapy | Reading |
14) | Recent improvements in transgenic technology | Reading |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Relevant reviews, research papers and hand-outs will be supplied. |
References: | 1)Principles of gene manipulation and genomics, Primrose SB and Tywan RM, 7th edition, 2006, Blacwell Publishing, ISBN: 9781405135443. 2)Molecular Biotechnology: principles and applications of recombinant DNA, Glick BR and Pasternak JJ. |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 5 |
Presentation | 1 | % 20 |
Midterms | 1 | % 25 |
Final | 1 | % 50 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
Total | % 100 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Has theoretical and practical knowledge on management, business, trade, economy, entrepreneurship, innovation, sustainable development related to International Trade and Business and can use this information | |
2) | Can collect data from different sources in the global business world and successfully apply research techniques, use information and communication technologies. | |
3) | Can analyze opportunities and threats with strategic thinking skills by using different resources and channels in the ever-changing global business world. | |
4) | Can communicate orally and in writing with a good knowledge of English grammar. | |
5) | He / she can transfer the knowledge and skills he / she has acquired in the field to the relevant people in written and oral form and evaluate them critically. | |
6) | Adopts the principles of business ethics with the awareness of professional responsibility and can apply these principles within the framework of legal rules in the field of global trade and business. | |
7) | He / she can collaborate in and out of the field, take responsibility, respect cultural differences and have ethical values. | |
8) | Has sufficient awareness of social rights, justice, cultural values, environmental awareness, occupational health and safety. | |
9) | With the lifelong learning skill acquired, she/he can identify learning needs and improve herself/himself |