BIOCHEMISTRY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BIK152	BIOCHEMISTRY	2	3	3	5

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. ARZU ÖZGEN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer BÜŞRA SARP KAYA-Assist.Prof. MERVE FIRAT AYYILDIZ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim is to provide fundamental concepts related to biochemistry and to impart knowledge on the structure and functions of proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, vitamins, minerals, and hormones, as well as on key metabolic pathways, including glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, oxidative phosphorylation, glycogenesis, glycogenolysis, lipid metabolism, fatty acid oxidation, and the urea cycle.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course encompasses metabolism, macromolecules, and the reactions and metabolic activities of biomolecules.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines the fundamental concepts of biochemistry.
Classifies intermolecular interactions and chemical bonds.
Lists the chemical reactions involved in metabolism.
Classifies cell types as prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
Summarizes cell organelles and their functions.
Distinguishes between apoptosis and necrosis.
Classifies cellular transport mechanisms.
Describes the general structure of amino acids.
Explains the functions of amino acids and the reactions involved in amino acid metabolism, with examples.
Defines the structures of proteins, hemoglobin, collagen, and elastin.
Explains enzymes, their structures, and their mechanisms of action.
Explains the structures and functions of carbohydrates and classifies carbohydrates with examples.
Lists the reactions involved in carbohydrate metabolism.
Defines the structures and functions of lipids.
Classifies different types of lipids.
Lists the structures and structural differences of nucleic acids.
Explains vitamins and their roles in metabolism.
Describes minerals and their functions in metabolic processes.
Explains the general characteristics of hormones and their mechanisms of action.
Classifies hormones based on their glands of synthesis.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Evaluation of the currency of information related to course topics.	Introduction to the course and overview of course content: Introduction to biochemistry, metabolism, and fundamental concepts.	Presentations and question–answer session
2	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Intermolecular interactions and chemical bonds; chemical reactions occurring in metabolism.	Presentations and question–answer session
3	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	The cell: prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, cell organelles, and their functions.	Presentations and question–answer session
4	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Apoptosis and necrosis; transport mechanisms in the cell.	Presentations and question–answer session
5	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Structures and functions of amino acids; amino acid metabolism.	Presentations and question–answer session
6	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Structure of proteins; hemoglobin, collagen, and elastin.	Presentations and question–answer session
7	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Enzymes	Presentations and question–answer session
8	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Structures and functions of carbohydrates	Presentations and question–answer session
9	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Carbohydrate metabolism	Presentations and question–answer session
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Structures and functions of lipids	Presentations and question–answer session
12	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Structure and functions of nucleic acids	Presentations and question–answer session
13	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Vitamins	Presentations and question–answer session
14	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	Minerals and their functions	Presentations and question–answer session
15	Literature review and comparative analysis of up-to-date book chapters related to the topic.	General characteristics of hormones	Presentations and question–answer session
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Konukoğlu, D. (2018). Temel ve Klinik Biyokimya. İstanbul: Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri
Can, M. Güven, B. Demirtaş S. (2018). Tıbbi Biyokimya ve Laboratuvar. İstanbul: Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri
Kosova, F. (2019). Sağlık Yüksekokulları için Tıbbi Biyokimya. Ankara: Ankara Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri
Öğüt, S. (2016). Sağlık Bilimleri için Biyokimya. Ankara: Kongre Kitabevi
Nelson, D. ve Cox M. Çeviri: Elçin Y. M. (2016). Lehninger Biyokimyanın Temel İlkeleleri. Ankara: Palme Yayıncılık
Harvey, V. and Ferrier, D. (7th Edition, 2017). Biochemistry. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

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

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It explains the basic knowledge in the field of health sciences where the employee will work as a support staff member.
2	He/She defines the medical terminology in the field of health sciences, where he/she will work as a support staff member.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They utilize access methods and tools for information and technology related to their field.
2	They communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other members of the community.
3	They become proficient in forming a team and working together with the physician.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1
2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She uses the equipment in his field effectively.
2	They effectively use the necessary computer software and hardware in their professional practice.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can conduct independent research in their field.
2	They can find solutions when faced with unforeseen situations in applications related to their field.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are proficient in acquiring the concept of lifelong learning and self-improvement.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It facilitates teamwork.
2	They communicate with colleagues by keeping up with information in their field using a foreign language.
3	She/he participates in organizing technical tours.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are competent in adopting and applying ethical principles and professional values.
2	She/he keeps up with information related to the profession.
3	They apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired in hospitals.

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	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	1	14
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	11	4	44
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	9	3	27
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	50	0	129