Basic Biology (CHE416) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Basic Biology CHE416 Area Elective 3 0 0 3 5
Pre-requisite Course(s)
N/A
Course Language English
Course Type Compulsory Departmental Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Question and Answer.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
  • Prof. Dr. S.Belgin İşgör
Course Assistants
Course Objectives
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Recalls the information about Chemistry of life, elements, atoms, compounds, molecules, pH scales.
  • Learns about Carbohydrates, Proteins and Lipids their structure and Functions.
  • Learns about Nucleic acids, the chromosomes and chromosomal inheritance together with the concepts of DNA and Genes.
  • Comprehends the levels of organizations, cellular organelles and their structure and functions in biological systems.
  • Understands the blood and circulation in human organization.
  • Comprehends the integumentary systems , respiration and digestion systems their components and functions in Human organization.
Course Content Chemistry of life, elements, atoms, compounds, molecules, pH scales, biomolecules; carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, cell structure and functions, cell membrane structure and function, cellular organelles structure and functions, human organization; blood and circulation system, respiratory system, digestive system, nervous system, chromosomes and chromosomal inheritance, genetics, DNA and biotechnology.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Introduction: The Scientific Study of Life
2 Biomolecules; carbohydrates, proteins
3 Enzymes; Structure and Function
4 Biomolecules: Lipids, Nucleic Acids, Central Dogma
5 Levels of Organization: The Cell; Cell membrane cellular organelles structure and functions
6 Cellular Organelles: Structure and Functions
7 Mid Term
8 Level Of Organization: Tissues
9 Organ Systems, Human Organization: Integumentary System
10 Human Organization: Blood and Circulatory System
11 Human Organization: Respiratory System and Heart
12 Mid Term
13 Human Organization: Digestion System
14 Human Organization: Nerve System
15 Overview of metabolism
16 Final

Sources

Other Sources 1. Üniversite seviyesinde herhangi Biyoloji ders kitabı

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments - -
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 2 60
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 40
Toplam 3 100
Percentage of Semester Work
Percentage of Final Work 100
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
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.
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.
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.
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.
6 Gaining the ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually.
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.
9 Acts in accordance with ethical principles, gains awareness of professional and ethical responsibilities; acquires knowledge of the standards used in chemical engineering practices.
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.
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.

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 14 1 14
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 2 15 30
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 30 30
Total Workload 122