MEDICAL BIOLOGY AND GENETICS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
TLP154	MEDICAL BIOLOGY AND GENETICS	2	3	3	3

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. İLKSEN SARI O
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The goal is to learn about the structure and function of hereditary material, the mechanisms of genetic disease development, diagnostic methods, and genetic counseling processes, starting from the basic principles of genetics.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course covers fundamental concepts of genetics, the structure and function of hereditary material, gene expression processes, mutations, and repair mechanisms; it also examines the classification of genetic diseases, the genetic basis of cancer, prenatal and preimplantation diagnostic methods, newborn screening, and genetic counseling.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
It describes the processes of protein synthesis and gene expression.
It explains mutations and DNA repair mechanisms.
It explains the mechanisms of formation of diseases based on molecular genetics.
It lists single-gene, chromosomal, and multifactorial diseases.
It explains the genetic basis and development mechanism of cancer.
It describes prenatal, preimplantation, and neonatal genetic diagnostic methods.
It lists the basic principles of genetic diagnosis and screening tests.
It explains the purpose of genetic counseling and its importance in healthcare services.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Introduction to Genetics	Lesson explanations via PowerPoint, educational video viewing.
2	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	DNA, RNA, Protein Synthesis	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
3	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Mutations, DNA Repair Mechanisms	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
4	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Molecular Genetics and Diseases	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
5	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Disease Diagnosis Methods	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
6	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Cancer and its Mechanisms	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
7	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Single Gene Diseases	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
8	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Chromosomal Diseases	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
9	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Multifactorial Diseases	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Prenatal diagnostic methods (non-invasive)	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
12	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Prenatal diagnostic methods (invasive)	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
13	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
14	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Neonatal hereditary metabolic diseases	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
15	Reading written and visual sources, literature review.	Genetic Counseling	PPT presentations, educational videos, and a brief review of the previous week's topics.
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Kasap, H., Kasap, M., Demirhan, O., vd. (2020). Tıbbi biyoloji ve genetik. Akademisyen Kitabevi.
Alikaşifoğlu, M. (2005). Thompson & Thompson tıbbi genetik. Güneş Tıp Kitabevleri.
Tobias, E. S., Connor, M., & Ferguson-Smith, M. (2011). Essential medical genetics (Vol. 40). John Wiley & Sons.

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.					4
2	He/She defines the medical terminology in the field of health sciences, where he/she will work as a support staff member.						5

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.						5
2	They communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other members of the community.						5
3	They become proficient in forming a team and working together with the physician.			2

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

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

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
2	They can find solutions when faced with unforeseen situations in applications related to their field.					4

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.						5

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

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.						5
2	She/he keeps up with information related to the profession.						5
3	They apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired in hospitals.						5

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	10	1	10
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	10	1	10
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	8	1	8
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	8	1	8
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	52	0	80