MUSIC
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
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.

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 :
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.

Learning Outcomes

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.

Course Content

Bitki, hayvan ve mikroorganizmalarda gen transfer yöntemleri; transgenik teknolojinin uygulama alanları; risk analizi ve biyogüvenlik düzenlemeleri üzerine tartışmalar.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

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

Sources

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.

Evaluation System

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

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) To develop performance skills in the field of Music at an expert level based on the main discipline.
2) To understand the interdisciplinary interactions inherent in the field of Music and evaluate the sub-disciplines together.
3) To individualize competent technical knowledge related to the main field of Music.
4) To acquire the ability to follow universal standards in the field of Music and possess the necessary qualifications to participate in international platforms.
5) To evaluate the theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of Music together with conceptual and abstract thinking skills in the domains of art theory and aesthetics.
6) To gain the ability to design a working process required for production and performance of works and acquiring time management skills.
7) To gain increasing awareness of the historical and social relationships between one's main field and other disciplines by having a command of Music history.
8) To acquire skills in abstract thinking related to artistic criticism and to evaluate these in their own practice.
9) To gain experience in finding and developing the equivalents of creative thinking in the field of Music.
10) To plan and organize programs in various areas such as concerts and conceptual events and handle the organization and practice aspects, fulfilling requirements before and after the events.