Bioinorganic Chemistry (CEAC412) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Bioinorganic Chemistry CEAC412 Area Elective 3 0 0 3 5
Pre-requisite Course(s)
N/A
Course Language English
Course Type Area Elective
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
  • Prof. Dr. Şeniz Özalp Yaman
Course Assistants
Course Objectives A major goal is to provide students an introduction of bioinorganic chemistry and to enable them to understand the roles of metals in living systems.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Understand the role of metals in living systems.
  • Discuss the chemistry of metals in distorting/distorted living systems.
  • Understand the role of metals in monitoring living systems.
  • Explain the role of metals in natural systems.
  • Apply knowledge of metals in living systems.
Course Content Toxic, essential amd key metals in the living systems.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Some General Principles Related chapter of the course book
2 Cobalt in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
3 The dioxygen molecule Related chapter of the course book
4 Magnesium in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
5 Iron in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
6 MIDTERM EXAMINATION I
7 Copper in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
8 Zinc in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
9 Nickel in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
10 Non metallic inorganic elements Related chapter of the course book
11 MIDTERM EXAMINATION II
12 Toxic metals Related chapter of the course book
13 Metal Deficiency and Disease Related chapter of the course book
14 Metal Nucleic Acid interaction Related chapter of the course book
15 Metal Nucleic Acid interaction Related chapter of the course book
16 Final Exam Related chapter of the course book

Sources

Course Book 1. W. Kaim, B.Schewederski,Bioinorganic Chemistry: Inorganic elements in the chemistry of life, John Wiley and Sons, 2005..
Other Sources 2. J.M Berg, S.J Lippard, Principles of Bioinorganic Chemistry, University science book, 1994.

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments - -
Presentation 1 15
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 2 60
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 40
Toplam 4 115
Percentage of Semester Work 65
Percentage of Final Work 35
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses X
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Possesses sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science, and chemistry engineering-specific subjects, and gains the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to complex engineering problems. X
2 Gains the ability to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex chemical engineering problems; selects and applies appropriate analysis and modeling methods for these purposes. X
3 Gains the ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; applies modern design methods for this purpose. X
4 Develops, selects, and uses modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in chemical engineering applications; uses information technologies effectively. X
5 Designs experiments, conducts experiments, collects data, analyzes results, and interprets them for the investigation of complex engineering problems or research topics specific to the chemical engineering discipline. X
6 Gaining the ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually. X
7 Communicates effectively in both spoken and written Turkish and gains proficiency in at least one foreign language. Writes effective reports, understands written reports, and prepares design and production reports. Gains the ability to make effective presentations and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. X
8 Gains awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; accesses information, follows developments in science and technology, and continuously renews themselves. X
9 Acts in accordance with ethical principles, gains awareness of professional and ethical responsibilities; acquires knowledge of the standards used in chemical engineering practices. X
10 Gains knowledge about business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management. Has an understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation, and is knowledgeable about sustainable development. X
11 Has knowledge of the impacts of chemical engineering practices on health, environment, and safety at universal and societal levels, as well as the issues reflected in the engineering field of the era. Is aware of the legal implications of engineering solutions. X

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 16 3 48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 16 2 32
Presentation/Seminar Prepration 1 5 5
Project
Report
Homework Assignments
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 2 10 20
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 20 20
Total Workload 125