LABORATUVAR TEKNİĞİ I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
LTP151	LABORATUVAR TEKNİĞİ I	1	4	2	8

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	Assist.Prof. SEÇİL KIRLANGIÇ ATAŞEN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. FATMA EBRU KOÇ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to provide a safe working environment in the laboratory by ensuring personal and team safety, to introduce laboratory instruments and equipment, and to teach various analytical methods.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course covers general laboratory rules, personal safety precautions, chemical safety symbols, commonly used materials and basic equipment, pre-analytical preparations, the properties and preparation of solutions, sterilization and disinfection methods in the laboratory, the concept and measurement of pH, basic operations and separation techniques in quantitative analysis, gravimetric and volumetric analysis, and the selection and evaluation of measurement methods.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines laboratory rules and laboratory hazard symbols.
Interprets factors affecting laboratory test results during the pre-analytical phase.
Classifies basic operations and separation techniques applied in quantitative analysis.
Prepares solutions to be used in quantitative and qualitative analyses.
Applies sterilization and disinfection methods in the laboratory.
Uses laboratory materials and basic equipment.
Conducts laboratory work in compliance with laboratory rules and safety regulations.
Classifies the properties of solutions.
Prepares solutions at various concentrations.
Performs pH measurements of various substances.
Classifies and applies basic operations and separation techniques in quantitative analysis.
Classifies and applies gravimetric and volumetric analysis methods.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, individual research.	Laboratory rules and safety	Expression, question and answer, practice.
2	Literature review, individual research.	Laboratory hazard symbols	Expression, question and answer, practice.
3	Literature review, individual research.	Materials and basic equipment used in the laboratory	Expression, question and answer, practice.
4	Literature review, individual research.	Sampling and sample preparation for analysis	Expression, question and answer, practice.
5	Literature review, individual research.	Pre-analytical factors affecting laboratory test results	Expression, question and answer, practice.
6	Literature review, individual research.	Properties of solutions	Expression, question and answer, practice.
7	Literature review, individual research.	Preparation of solutions / Quiz	Expression, question and answer, practice.
8	Literature review, individual research.	Sterilization and disinfection methods in the laboratory	Expression, question and answer, practice.
9	Literature review, individual research.	Concept and measurement of pH / Basic operations and separation techniques in quantitative analysis (heating, evaporation, drying, ignition, precipitation, separation)	Expression, question and answer, practice.
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review, individual research.	Basic operations and separation techniques in quantitative analysis (crystallization, distillation, extraction) / Quiz	Expression, question and answer, practice.
12	Literature review, individual research.	Gravimetric and volumetric analysis methods	Expression, question and answer, practice.
13	Literature review, individual research.	Practical Final Exam	Expression, question and answer, practice.
14	Literature review, individual research.	Selection and evaluation of measurement methods	Expression, question and answer, practice.
15	Literature review, individual research.	-	Expression, question and answer, practice.
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Saltan, S., (2019). Laboratuar Teknikleri (6. Baskı). Bursa: Dora Yayıncılık.
Yaman, Ü. ve Kavas N. (2016). Laboratuvar Tekniği. İzmir: Sidas Yayınları.
Görmüş, U. (Ed.). (2018). Laboratuvar Dünyası Klinik Laboratuvar Uygulamaları (2. Baskı). İstanbul: Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri.
Bağ, H. ve Dolu, G. (Ed.). (2018). Kimya 1 (8. Baskı). Ankara: Pegem Akademi.
Bağ, H. ve Kendüzler, E. (Ed.). (2017). Genel Kimya 3 Analitik Kimya (6. Baskı). Ankara: Pegem Akademi.
Petrucci ve ark., (2011). General Chemistry (10th ed.). Toronto: Pearson Canada Inc.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Final Exam	1	100		Classical Exam
TOTAL	1	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explains the basic concepts of mathematics and natural sciences.						5
2	Defines the basic concepts and theoretical knowledge used in laboratories.						5
3	Explains the properties and operating principles of instruments, materials, and chemicals used in laboratories.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has knowledge of current laboratory practices, scientific literature, and emerging technologies.						5
2	Explains laboratory safety and occupational health principles in a systematic manner.						5
3	Explains national and international standards used in laboratory fields in detail.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluates the data collected through sampling, experimentation, and analysis processes.						5
2	Interprets the data obtained from laboratory instruments on a scientific basis.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses laboratory equipment and tools appropriate for the experiment effectively.						5
2	Prepares solutions required for experimental studies using accurate calculations.						5
3	Applies modern laboratory methods used in food, water, plant–soil, and medical analyses.				3
4	Determines the chemical, physical, and biological properties of samples (food, water, medical, soil, and plant) using various analytical methods.				3
5	Uses chemical substances in accordance with safety rules and occupational health and safety regulations.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicates effectively with the laboratory team by supporting teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Demonstrates awareness of the importance of lifelong learning by keeping up with developments in science and technology and continuously improving oneself.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Acts in accordance with professional ethical principles.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Applies laboratory safety and emergency procedures during work processes.						5
2	Uses techniques related to laboratory technology and laboratory instruments, equipment, and devices appropriately and effectively.						5
3	Performs analyses of food, water, plant, soil, chemical, microbiological, and medical materials.				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	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	14	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	14	4	56
Reading	14	1	14
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	4	4
Preparation for the Final Exam	2	14	28
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	2	14	28
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	61	0	200