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 Elective 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 Adequate knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences and the subjects specific to chemical engineering disciplines; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems.
2 The ability to define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; the ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3 The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions in such a way as to meet the specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 The ability to select, and use modern techniques and tools needed to analyze and solve complex problems encountered in chemical engineering practices; the ability to use information technologies effectively.
5 The ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, gather data, and analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or research areas specific to engineering disciplines.
6 The ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both in writing and in writing; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make presentations, to give clear and understandable instructions.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and adapt and excel oneself continuously.
9 Acting in conformity with the ethical principles; professional and ethical responsibility and knowledge of the standards employed in chemical engineering applications.
10 Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development.
11 Knowledge of the global and social effects of chemical engineering practices on health, environment, and safety issues, and knowledge of the contemporary issues in engineering areas; awareness of the possible legal consequences of engineering practices.

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