MICROBIOLOGY AND PARASITOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
PDP102	MICROBIOLOGY AND PARASITOLOGY	2	2	2	4

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer MUHAMMED YURTSEVEN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is to explain the necessary application and theoretical knowledge to make the use of microscope in microbiology and to make the necessary comments as a result of the examinations.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Introduction to microbiology, scope and classification, microscopes, tools and devices used in microbiology, structure and physiology of bacteria, environmental factors affecting the growth of microorganisms, bacterial genetics, protein synthesis, genetic changes in bacteria, antimicrobial substances, mechanisms of action of antimicrobial drugs, resistance to antimicrobial substances , the environments in which microorganisms are produced, the substances necessary for the nutrition and reproduction of microorganisms, the classification of the media, the main materials used in the preparation of the media, the preparation and storage of the media, the main media and sowing techniques on which various samples will be cultivated, the evaluation of growth, antibiogram susceptibility tests, dyes and staining methods used in microbiology, gram stain, AB stain, methylene blue, capsule stain, spore stain, fungal stains, virus stains, parasite stains, giemsa stain, examine the movements of microorganisms blood, environmental microbiology, normal flora, blood, sputum, throat, nose, urine, stool, vagina, wound, body fluids sampling, transportation and storage.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Examines the structure of bacteria with a microscope.
Makes dyes and dyeing methods and techniques used in microbiology.
Performs sterilization and disinfection processes.
She/he relates achievements to her/his profession.
Applies her/his achievements in podology.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Introduction to microbiology, scope and classification	-
2	-	Microscopes, tools and devices used in microbiology	-
3	-	The environments in which microorganisms are produced, the substances necessary for the nutrition and reproduction of microorganisms, the classification of media, the main substances used in the preparation of media	-
4	-	Environmental factors affecting the growth of microorganisms	-
5	-	Structure and physiology of bacteria, bacterial genetics, protein synthesis, genetic changes in bacteria	-
6	-	Classification of bacteria and important bacteria	-
7	-	Sterilization and disinfection methods, heat sterilization, filtering sterilization, beam sterilization, chemical sterilization, sterilization control, clinical applications of disinfection I	-
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	-	Sterilization and disinfection methods, heat sterilization, filtering sterilization, beam sterilization, chemical sterilization, sterilization control, clinical applications of disinfection II	-
10	-	Preparation and storage of media, the main media and cultivation techniques of various samples, evaluation of growth, antibiogram susceptibility experiments	-
11	-	Dyes and staining methods used in microbiology, gram stain, AB stain, methylene blue, capsule staining, spore staining, fungal dyes, virus dyes, parasite dyes, giemsa staining, examination of the movements of microorganisms	-
12	-	Environmental microbiology, normal flora, blood, sputum, throat, nose, urine, stool, vagina, wound, body fluids sampling, transportation and storage. Sampling in anaerobic runs.	-
13	-	Antimicrobial agents, mechanisms of action of antimicrobial drugs, resistance to antimicrobial agents	-
14	-	Hospital infections and control I	-
15	-	Hospital infections and control II	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Güven, S., Demirel Zorba, NN., (2016), Genel Mikrobiyoloji ve Laboratuvar Kılavuzu, Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to professionally evaluate and apply the knowledge gained from basic theoretical and practical courses supported by lecture notes, application tools and materials, visual-objective resources containing current information in the field of podology.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of podology, interpret and evaluate data, identify and analyse problems, and develop solutions based on evidence.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to use basic theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field of podology.				3
2	They can make all applications related to the field of podology in accordance with the technique.	0

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Interprets and evaluates data using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of podology, identifies and analyses problems and can take part in studies planned for solution.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to carry out a given task independently using the basic knowledge in the field of podology.				3
2	They can work as a team member to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in applications related to the field of podology.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can evaluate the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of podology with a critical approach.				3
2	They identify their learning needs and can direct their learning.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Informs the relevant people and institutions by using the basic knowledge and skills in the field of podology; can transfer his / her thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems in written and orally.			2
2	To be able to follow the information in the field and communicate with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can contribute to the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of the results of the data related to the field of podology in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.			2
2	As an individual, he/she can act in accordance with the laws, regulations, legislation and professional ethics rules related to his/her duties, rights and responsibilities.				3
3	They can work with other health disciplines.					4

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	5	70
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	1	1
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	32	0	102