| MATHEMATICS (TURKISH, PHD) | |||||
| PhD | TR-NQF-HE: Level 8 | QF-EHEA: Third Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 8 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| ALD5011 | Genetic Counseling | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester |
| Language of instruction: | Tr |
| Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Assoc. Prof. ARZU BUYRUK GENÇ |
| Course Objectives: | The purpose of this course is to enable students to understand the genetic counseling process, basic genetic concepts, and the impact of hereditary diseases on individuals, families, and society. As future family counselors, students are expected to develop a holistic approach to genetic counseling, considering its ethical, psychological, and social dimensions. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; Defines basic genetic concepts. Explains inheritance patterns and modes of transmission of genetic diseases. Describes the goals and scope of genetic counseling. Outlines the steps of the genetic counseling process. Develops skills in constructing a family pedigree (genogram). Identifies types of genetic tests and interprets the results. Analyzes the psychosocial effects of genetic diseases on families. Applies effective communication skills in the genetic counseling process. Acts in accordance with ethical principles in genetic counseling. Evaluates the impact of cultural diversity on the counseling process. Explains principles of confidentiality and privacy related to genetic information. Plans psychological support for individuals at genetic risk. Provides psychoeducation and referrals for clients. Understands the importance of collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. |
| Teaching Methods and Techniques Used in the Course -Case Study -Technology Assisted Learning -Reading -Simulation -Individual Study -Cooperative Learning |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation | |
| 1) | Introduction to Genetic Counseling | ||
| 2) | Basic Genetic Concepts | ||
| 3) | Patterns of Inheritance and Genetic Disorders | ||
| 4) | Ethical and Legal Aspects of Genetic Counseling | ||
| 5) | Genetic Testing and Diagnostic Procedures | ||
| 6) | Pedigree Analysis and Family Tree Construction | ||
| 7) | Prenatal and Postnatal Genetic Counseling | ||
| 8) | Midterm | ||
| 9) | Psychosocial Dimensions and Client Support, Impact of Genetic Conditions on Family Dynamics | ||
| 10) | Cultural Factors in Genetic Counseling | ||
| 11) | Chronic Illness, Cancer Genetics, and Counseling | ||
| 12) | Confidentiality and Privacy in Genetic Information | ||
| 13) | Multidisciplinary Approaches and Referral Processes | ||
| 14) | General Review, and Feedback | ||
| Course Notes: | |
| References: | Biesecker, B. B., & Peters, K. F. (2001). Principles of genetic counseling: Casebook. Oxford University Press. Uhlmann, W. R., Schuette, J. L., & Yashar, B. M. (2014). A guide to genetic counseling (2nd ed.). Wiley-Blackwell. Çavdar, A. O. (2006). Tıbbi genetik. Ankara: Güneş Tıp Kitabevleri. Tuncer, A. M. (2010). Genetik hastalıklar ve danışmanlık. İstanbul: Nobel Tıp Kitabevi. Harper, P. S. (2010). Practical genetic counselling (7th ed.). CRC Press. |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | % 0 | |
| Laboratory | % 0 | |
| Application | % 0 | |
| Field Work | % 0 | |
| Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | % 0 | |
| Quizzes | % 0 | |
| Homework Assignments | % 0 | |
| Presentation | 1 | % 20 |
| Project | % 0 | |
| Seminar | % 0 | |
| Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
| Preliminary Jury | % 0 | |
| Final | 1 | % 50 |
| Paper Submission | % 0 | |
| Jury | % 0 | |
| Bütünleme | % 0 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| 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 | 14 | 10 | 140 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | 10 | 20 |
| Quizzes | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Preliminary Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Midterms | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Paper Submission | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Workload | 205 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Be able to organize events, for the development of critical and creative thinking and problem solving skills, by using appropriate methods and techniques. | |
| 2) | Ability to make individual and team work on issues related to working and social life. | |
| 3) | Ability to transfer ideas and suggestions, related to topics about his/her field of interest, written and verball. | |
| 4) | Ability to use mathematical knowledge in technology. | |
| 5) | To apply mathematical principles to real world problems. | |
| 6) | Ability to use the approaches and knowledge of other disciplines in Mathematics. | |
| 7) | Be able to set up and develope a solution method for a problem in mathematics independently, be able to solve and evaluate the results and to apply them if necessary. | |
| 8) | To be able to link abstract thought that one has to concrete events and to transfer the solutions and examine and interpret the results scientifically by forming experiments and collecting data. |