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BIOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
BIO111 BIOLOGY 1 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 Lecturer ALEYNA ÇAVDAR
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: It is aimed to teach the diversity of living things, the structural and functional properties of cells and tissues, their evolution, heredity in living things, biochemical events in living things, the relationship of living things with each other and the inanimate environment, and the biological systems existing in nature.
Contents of the Course Unit: Basic components of life, organelles formed by atom, molecule, macromolecule, macromolecule complexes and the basic structure of the cell, plant and animal cells according to their structure and functions, energy production in the cell, photosynthesis, cell respiration, cell division, gene, chromosome, genome concepts are examined.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Students can define the basic concepts related to the living world.
Students can describe the organization in the living world within the scope of basic biological theories.
Students will be able to relate the structural and functional features of cell organization with each other.
Students will be able to explain the function of cell organelles and relate them to formations in the whole cell and organism.
Students can compare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
Students know the properties of cell proliferation and genetic material.
Students will be able to explain the events of metabolism.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Concept of Biology, Importance of Biology and Biological Organization lecture / question-answer
2 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Basic Compounds in Living Cells; Water and Inorganic Compounds lecture / question-answer
3 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Basic Compounds in Living Cells; Organic Compounds lecture / question-answer
4 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Definition of Cell, Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells and Their Characteristics lecture / question-answer
5 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Cell Organelles lecture / question-answer
6 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Cell Membrane - Structure and Function lecture / question-answer
7 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Cell Membrane: Transitions lecture / question-answer
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Metabolism lecture / question-answer
10 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Photosynthesis lecture / question-answer
11 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Cell Division lecture / question-answer
12 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Cell Cycle lecture / question-answer
13 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. DNA Structure and Function lecture / question-answer
14 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Mendelian Genetics lecture / question-answer
15 To conduct research on the subject from different sources. Recombinant DNA and Biotechnology lecture / question-answer
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Kaya, MA., (2017), GENEL BİYOLOJİ, Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık
Urry, L. A., Cain, M. L., Wasserman, S. A., Minorsky, P. V., & Reece, J. B. (2017). Campbell biology. Pearson Education, Incorporated.

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

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.
3

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.
3

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.
0
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.
2
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.
4

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.
1
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.
1
3
They can work with other health disciplines.
3

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
Total Workload of the Course Unit 102
Workload (h) / 25.5 4
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 4,0