Description of Individual Course Units
Course Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleType of Course UnitYear of StudySemesterNumber of ECTS Credits
192001803103MEDICAL BIOLOGY AND GENETICSCompulsory233
Level of Course Unit
Short Cycle
Objectives of the Course
To train students who have knowledge in molecular biology, cell biology and molecular genetics and can adapt their knowledge to medical imaging.
Name of Lecturer(s)
Öğr.Gör. Ercan OĞUZ
Learning Outcomes
1Can use the theoretical and applied knowledge acquired in her education at the individual and social level, for the promotion of health, the prevention of diseases and, if necessary, the treatment.
2With the help of the knowledge gained, they can carry out their studies independently, take individual responsibility for solving the problems encountered in practice and cooperate with other members of the health team.
3Evaluate individual and cultural differences by having knowledge about the traditions and cultures of the countries.
4Reaches scientifically proven knowledge in the field of Medical Imaging, evaluates, interprets and shares information about computer programs specific to this field using relevant technology and educational tools.
5Can identify health problems based on radiation beams at individual and social level, develop strategies, plans and programs for the solution of problems by observing professional and ethical values and ensuring community participation.
Mode of Delivery
Daytime Class
Prerequisites and co-requisities
Non
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Non
Course Contents
Living systems, biomolecules, cell structure, genetic material, DNA packaging, chromosome structure, RNA structure, synthesis and function, genetic code and protein synthesis, basic principles of heredity, cell division, mutation, DNA methylation, epigenetics, nutrigenetics and biotechnological based nutritional products. structure.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTheoreticalPracticeLaboratory
1The concept of the cell and its components
2Cell structure and functions
3Genetic information: DNA structure, function and replication
4Genome organization: chromosome and chromatin structure
5Structure and function of RNA, types of RNA
6Genetic information flow: transcription
7Midterm
8Genetic information flow: protein synthesis
9Cell cycle and division
10Basic principles of heredity
11Mutation definition and types DNA methylation
12epigenetics,nutrigenetics
13Biotech products
14Final exam
Recommended or Required Reading
Molecular Biology of The Cell, Bruce Alberts, 2007
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Term (or Year) Learning ActivitiesQuantityWeight
Midterm Examination1100
SUM100
End Of Term (or Year) Learning ActivitiesQuantityWeight
Final Examination1100
SUM100
Term (or Year) Learning Activities40
End Of Term (or Year) Learning Activities60
SUM100
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Non
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesNumberTime (hours)Total Work Load (hours)
Midterm Examination122
Final Examination122
Quiz7214
Attending Lectures14228
Question-Answer14228
Homework8216
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)90
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