NUTRITION AND DIETETIC (TURKISH)
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
BES2004 Food Microbiology Spring 2 4 3 5
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction: Tr
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. GÖKÇEN GARİPOĞLU
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi İREM OMURTAG
Course Objectives: Aim of this course is to instruct the students about the nature, physiology and the interactions of microorganisms found in foods and effects on human health and product quality.

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1- Identifies the factors affecting pathogens in foods.
2- Determines to which measurement method to use in order to count pathogen microorganism in foods and control the spoilage.
3- Gains laboratuary experience sufficient for evaluating the foods for microbiological quality and security.
4- Applies HACCP principles in all stages of food processing.

Course Content

Food borne diseases and related microorganisms, identification methods with laboratory applications, hazard analysis on critical control points, effects of food processing methods on food’s microflora and prevention of the spoilage are the content of this course.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to food microbiology, types and sources of microorganisms
2) Isolation and count methods of microorganisms in foods
3) Factors related with growth and survival of microorganisms (intrinsic, extrinsic factors and interactions between both factors)
4) Control of microorganisms in foods I (high temperature processing, low temperature preserving, fermentation, preserving with chemicals, irradiation)
5) Control of microorganisms in foods II (high temperature processing, low temperature preserving, fermentation, preserving with chemicals, irradiation)
6) Food borne Intoxications and Toxico-Infections infeksiyonlar (S. aureus, B. Cereus, C. Botulinum, C. perfringens)
7) Food borne infections (Salmonella, Listeria, Campylobacter, Yersinia, E. coli)
8) Indicator microorganisms for food security and and microbiological criteria
9) Midterm Exam
10) Food borne parasitic diseases
11) Food borne viral diseases, mold and prions
12) Microbiological examination of foods
13) Microbiological quality control in foods
14) Food security systems
15) Hazard analysis on critical control points (HACCP)
16) Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes: Haftalık olarak dağıtılacaktır. Weekly distributed by the course lecturer.
References: Food Microbiology; An Introduction; Thomas J. Montville Karl R. Matthews. 2005. 1st ed. ASM Press, Washington DC. ISB 1-55581-308-9 Food Microbiology: Fundamentals and Frontiers, 2001, Edited by Michael P. Doyle, Larry R. Beuchat, and Thomas J. Montville, 2nd edition, American Society for Microbiology (ASM) Press, Washington, DC

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 0 % 0
Laboratory 0 % 0
Application 0 % 0
Field Work 0 % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 0 % 0
Quizzes 1 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Presentation 0 % 0
Project 0 % 0
Seminar 0 % 0
Midterms 1 % 20
Preliminary Jury 0 % 0
Final 1 % 60
Paper Submission 0 % 0
Jury % 0
Bütünleme % 0
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 16 2 32
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application 0 0 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 0 0 0
Field Work 0 0 0
Study Hours Out of Class 0 0 0
Presentations / Seminar 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Homework Assignments 1 14 14
Quizzes 1 14 14
Preliminary Jury 0 0 0
Midterms 1 15 15
Paper Submission 0 0 0
Jury 0 0 0
Final 1 25 25
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) To use theoretic and methodological approach, evidence-based principles and scientific literature in Nutrition and Dietetics field systematically for practice. 2
2) To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice. 2
3) To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. 3
4) To have theoretic and practical knowledge for individual's, family's and the community's health promotion and protection. 2
5) To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. 2
6) To take responsibility and participate in the processes actively for training of other dieticians, education of health professionals and individuals about nutrition. 2
7) To assess nutritional status of risky groups in nutrition related problems (pregnant, babies, adolescences, elders, etc.) 1
8) To communicate effectively with advisee, colleagues for effective professional relationships. 2
9) To use healthcare, information technologies for Nutrition and Dietetic practice and research. 1
10) To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. 2
11) To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. 1
12) To carry out dietetic practices considering cultural differences and different health needs of different groups in the community. 1