BIOPHYSICS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
DHF108E	BIOPHYSICS	2	2	2	3

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Prof. MAHİR GÜNDAY
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. YASİN ÇELİKOK
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills to analyze and understand biological processes occurring in living organisms through the laws of physics.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course content covers the following topics: Biophysical properties of living organisms, Macromolecules, Molecular Biophysics, Radiation Biophysics, Bioenergetics, and Information Theory.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Can interpret the mechanisms of biological processes. Relate the physical variables that affect biological processes. Evaluate the effects of physical variables on living organisms. Can express the relationship of biophysics with other disciplines in their own words.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review	Introduction to biophysics, basic concepts, biological environment. Basic structure of living systems.	Explanation Question and Answer
2	Literature review	Radioactivity and radiation biophysics, the application of radioactivity in medicine.	Explanation Question and Answer
3	Literature review	Radiation biophysics, absorption, luminescence, luminescence spectrophotometer, nuclear magnetic resonance.	Explanation Question and Answer
4	Literature review	Building blocks of the cell - Chemical bonds, molecular hierarchy.	Explanation Question and Answer
5	Literature review	Biophysical properties of water as a living environment	Explanation Question and Answer
6	Literature review	Macromolecules - Structure and Function of Biomolecules, Proteins, Structure-Function Relationships in the Example of Hemoglobin	Explanation Question and Answer
7	Literature review	Nucleic acids, their structure and types - DNA molecule - Lipids and carbohydrates	Explanation Question and Answer
8	Literature review	Bioenergetics - Introduction to bioenergetics, concepts and definitions, principles of cellular energy transfer.	Explanation Question and Answer
9	Literature review	Thermodynamic principles in terms of biological systems - Concepts of free energy and entropy, principles of energy transfer.	Explanation Question and Answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review	ATP and chemical energy transfer, oxidation and reduction mechanisms - Cellular respiration, aerobic formation of ATP in mitochondria - The principle of energy transport and common product.	Explanation Question and Answer
12	Literature review	Biological processes - Membrane structure - Bioenergetic principles and the transport of molecules across membranes - Diffusion and osmosis	Explanation Question and Answer
13	Literature review	Gibbs-Donnan equilibrium - Membrane potential - Diffusion potentials - Membrane resting potential - Action potential - Mechanical work	Explanation Question and Answer
14	Literature review	Information theory	Explanation Question and Answer
15	Literature review	Enzymes - Physical Principles - Molecular Biophysics	Explanation Question and Answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Ehlivan, F. (2009). Biophysics. Hacettepe Taş Kitapçılık Limited Şti. Biophysics Lecture Notes (2012). Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Department of Biophysics.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	2	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	Can use theoretical information supported by textbooks, practice tools and other resources that contain basic and current information in the field of dentistry.		1
2	Can interpret theoretical knowledge on basic medical sciences.		1
3	Use the information needed to diagnose and plan treatment for diseases of the mouth and surrounding tissues.		1

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can relate the basic medical science knowledge gained to the systemic condition of the clinical patient.			2
2	Accesses up-to-date and reliable information using appropriate tools and equipment, and interprets this information with a critical and analytical perspective.			2

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses and develops the acquired theoretical and practical knowledge specific to the field of dentistry.			2
2	Can interpret the knowledge acquired in basic and clinical sciences according to normal and pathological conditions encountered in dental practice.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/she uses the knowledge he/she has in the field of dentistry, synthesizes and evaluates interdisciplinary information and produces solutions to problems.		1
2	The field of dentistry uses relevant technologies and computer programs and adapts them to professional practices.		1
3	Performs radiographic examination procedures using medical and dental anamnesis, clinical and diagnostic appropriate radiographs, and creates a diagnosis, treatment and follow-up plan.		1
4	Organizes basic care services on oral health protection and treatment for individuals, families and society, educates patients on this issue and takes part in projects related to these issues when necessary.		1
5	Be able to perform practices to prevent cross-infection by protecting against physical, chemical and microbiological contamination during clinical applications.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It develops basic management, leadership and responsibility skills in individual and team work.		1
2	Plans and implements a study independently with the knowledge he has in the field of dentistry		1
3	Takes part in interdisciplinary collaboration and teamwork in the field of health when necessary, within the limits of his/her own knowledge and skills.	0
4	Takes part individually and as a team member in performing emergency procedures related to the field of dentistry and providing the treatments that the patient needs, and solves unforeseen and complex problems.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It applies the principle of lifelong learning. It provides learning needs and learning resources on topics such as continuing education, communication, health informatics management related to the field of dentistry.		1
2	Evaluates changes in professional practices with a critical approach by following evidence-based practices.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Supports the development of dental health policy in order to further advance dental practices; participates in national and international studies and shares its own observations, experiences and research.			2
2	Develops oral and written communication skills by using a foreign language at least at the B1 general level of the European language portfolio.			2
3	During dental practice, they develop effective communication skills with patients, their relatives, other healthcare personnel and colleagues involved in the treatment of patients, regardless of age, gender, social and cultural differences, and plan the most appropriate treatment for the patient within the framework of social, scientific and ethical values ​​and use the data they collect regarding these treatments.		1
4	Uses advanced information and communication technologies along with computer software at the level required by the field.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Interprets the information he/she has on practice management, training of assistant personnel, effective working order, methods of protection from occupational diseases, environmental protection, work safety, quality management and processes and makes the necessary arrangements regarding these issues.		1
2	Provides solutions related to the field of Dentistry, solves problems by taking responsibility, evaluates the results obtained and has sufficient experience to perform clinical applications.		1
3	It values ​​preventive health services in protecting individual and public health.		1
4	He/she can relate the information he/she has about disease prevention, early diagnosis, and prevention of excessive and unnecessary treatment.		1
5	Develops exemplary behaviors for society with attitudes and behaviors that are in line with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.		1
6	Organizes the treatment of patients requiring special care or with systemic diseases under appropriate conditions.		1

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	0	0	0
Preliminary & Further Study	0	0	0
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	13	3	39
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	13	3	39
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	28	0	80