MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
TLP156	MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY I	2	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. ARZU ÖZGEN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer ÇAĞDAŞ ADIÖREN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to teach the fundamental characteristics, classification, structure, and functions of microorganisms; to explain their growth, reproduction, and control mechanisms; and to introduce human–microorganism interactions, as well as basic microbial diagnostic methods and microscopy, thereby enabling students to develop a scientific perspective in the field of medical microbiology.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Within the scope of this course, the fundamental concepts of medical microbiology, general characteristics and classification of microorganisms, structural and functional features of bacteria, viruses, and fungi, differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms, microbial nutrition, growth and reproduction processes, control of microbial growth, microbial genetics and mutations, human–microorganism interactions, microbial diagnostic methods, and basic principles of microscopy are examined, allowing the evaluation of microbiological phenomena from a health sciences perspective.

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 medical microbiology.
Explains the general characteristics of microorganisms.
Classifies microorganisms according to their basic groups.
Distinguishes the basic structural features of bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Compares prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms.
Explains nutritional and growth conditions of microorganisms.
Explains the mechanisms involved in microbial reproduction and growth control.
Summarizes the basic principles of microbial genetics and mutations.
Interprets human–microorganism interactions from a health perspective.
Defines the basic applications of microbial diagnostic methods and microscopy.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, individual study.	Introduction to Medical Microbiology and Basic Concepts	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
2	Literature review, individual study.	General Characteristics of Microorganisms	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
3	Literature review, individual study.	Overview of the Classification of Microorganisms	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
4	Literature review, individual study.	Nutritional and Growth Conditions of Microorganisms	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
5	Literature review, individual study.	Microbial Reproduction and Control of Growth	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
6	Literature review, individual study.	Structural and Functional Characteristics of Bacteria	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
7	Literature review, individual study.	General Characteristics and Structure of Viruses	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
8	Literature review, individual study.	Fungi: General Characteristics of Molds and Yeasts – 1	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
9	Literature review, individual study.	1st Practical Exam: Quiz	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review, individual study.	Microbial Genetics and Mechanisms of Mutation	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
12	Literature review, individual study.	Microscopy: Basic Principles and Application Areas	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
13	Literature review, individual study.	2nd Practical Exam: Laboratory Exam	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
14	Literature review, individual study.	Human–Microorganism Interactions	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
15	Literature review, individual study.	General Evaluation and Case Studies in Microbial Diagnosis	Lecturing/practical application and question–answer.
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Engelkirk, P. G., Duben-Engelkirk, J., & Fader, R. C. (2016). Burton Sağlık Bilimlerinde Mikrobiyoloji (O. Baylan & Ö. Erdoğan, çev.). İstanbul Tıp Kitabevi. (Orijinal çalışma: Burton’s Microbiology for the Health Sciences)
Hawley, L., Ziegler, R. J., & Clarke, B. L. (2017). BRS Mikrobiyoloji ve İmmünoloji (D. Fındık, çev.). İstanbul Tıp Kitabevi. (Orijinal çalışma: BRS Microbiology and Immunology)
Eroğlu, S. E. (2020). Sağlık Bilimleri İçin Mikrobiyoloji. Ankara Nobel Tıp Kitabevi.
Madigan, M. T., Bender, K. S., Buckley, D. H., Sattley, W. M., & Stahl, D. A. (2018). Brock biology of microorganisms (15th ed.). Pearson Education Limited.

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	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
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	14	4	56
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	12	3	36
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Short Exam	8	3	24
TOTAL	64	0	202