MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
TLP108	MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY I	2	4	3	6

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
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	To have information about the ways of transmission and protection of microorganisms that cause disease and to examine the characteristics of the diseases they cause and the mechanisms of disease formation.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Basic principles of microbiology , history and scope of microbiology, our lives microorganisms, spontaneous generation of the germ theory of biyogenesis and disease , chemical foundations, chemical bonds and reactions, important biological molecules, microscopes, painting techniques, basic methods of classification and classification of microorganisms, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structures gram-positive and gram- negative bacteria, the outer and inner organelles, chemical and physical requirements for microbial growth , nutrient media types, pure culture , microbial growth control, bacteria, fungi , yeasts , algae, actinomycetes, protozoa, viruses , parasites microbial genetics , dietary patterns and metabolism of microorganisms , beneficial and harmful effects of microorganisms , the definition of immunology , antibodies and antigens and their reactions.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Giving the basic knowledge required to specialize in the field of microbiology; improve the level of expertise and information in the same or in a different area and deepen disciplines .
Having information on microbiology .
Specialized courses in microbiology as knowledge of the term to have a parallel training with other courses.
Presentation given homework to lead to follow-up studies on the microbiology field, research in this process, interdisciplinary studies to learn and to gain the confidence and competence to receive individual responsibilities
Issues related to the field of microbiology , at a level that he can collaborate with relevant individuals and organizations to have the written and oral expression skills .
Existing knowledge in the field of microbiology to evaluate with a critical and dialectical approach, with the knowledge that , in the light of a professional approach to the ethical principles that require the understanding and skills of discipline , professional conduct , and the criteria and standards in accordance with the legal framework , the possible social , to use , taking into account environmental and ethical implications having competence .

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, individual research.	Introduction to Microbiology	Oral presentation, Q&A
2	Literature review, individual research.	Classification of microorganisms	Oral presentation, Q&A
3	Literature review, individual research.	General Characteristics of Microorganisms	Oral presentation, Q&A
4	Literature review, individual research.	Sterilization	Oral presentation, Q&A
5	Literature review, individual research.	Microorganisms and Nutrition Policy	Oral presentation, Q&A
6	Literature review, individual research.	Control of microorganisms Growth and Development	Oral presentation, Q&A
7	Literature review, individual research.	Microbial Metabolism	Oral presentation, Q&A
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature review, individual research.	Diversity of microorganisms - 1	Oral presentation, Q&A
10	Literature review, individual research.	Diversity of microorganisms - 2	Oral presentation, Q&A
11	Literature review, individual research.	Microbial Genetics and Mutations	Oral presentation, Q&A
12	Literature review, individual research.	Human - Microbial Interactions	Oral presentation, Q&A
13	Literature review, individual research.	Introduction to Immunology	Oral presentation, Q&A
14	Literature review, individual research.	Microbial Diagnostic Methods and Fundamentals of Immunity	Oral presentation, Q&A
15	Literature review, individual research.	Microscopy and Staining	Oral presentation, Q&A
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Bozkaya E (2002). Tıbbi Mikrobiyoloji I, İstanbul:Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri.
Küçükbasmacı Ö, Aygün G, Kuşkucu MA (2019). Sağlık Bilimleri için Mikrobiyoloji, Ankara: Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri.
Patrick R. Murray, Murray Temel Tıbbi Mikrobiyoloji, (2018), Türkçe Baskı: Güneş Tıp Kitabevi
Fitzgerald C, Nachamkin I (2015).Campylobacter and Arcobacter. In: Manual of Clinical Microbiology. Volume 1. 11th ed. Washington: ASM Press.
Kısa Ö. (2014) Sağlık Bilimlerinde Mikrobiyoloji. İstanbul:Nobel Tıp Kitabevi.
Various internet resources and articles.

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

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	In the field of Medical Laboratory Techniques Program, is based on theoretical knowledge.						5
2	Required for applications related to the field of methods, techniques and technologies by identifying the services to use effectively.						5
3	Gains information about courses outside the field.	0

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can choose modern techniques, tools and information technologies required for applications related to the field.						5
2	May have knowledge and skills regarding the acquisition and preservation of diagnostic data related to the field.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Required for applications related to the field of modern techniques, tools and informatics technologies to be able to select and use effectively.						5
2	Can use modern techniques, tools and information technologies required for applications related to the field.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can do individual work in her/his field.						5
2	Can produce solutions when faced with unforeseen situations in applications related to her/his field.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Gains awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Colleagues, physicians and patients communicate effectively with the ethical framework.			2
2	Examines on-site processes related to its field in public and private sector organizations.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Taking material from the patient for testing, storage and transfer shows sufficient skills.						5
2	Uses materials in the medical laboratory in accordance with their techniques.						5
3	Maintains equipment in the medical laboratory in accordance with its techniques.						5
4	Gains the ability to use computers at the basic level required by the field.		1
5	Have knowledge of labor law and occupational safety, environmental protection and quality awareness.					4

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	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	10	10
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	10	10
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	32	0	148