Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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BEY205 | GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | Turkish |
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 | Assist.Prof. HATİCE MERVE BAYRAM |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | Prof. MUSTAFA NİZAMLIOĞLU |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | It's aimed to gain knowledge, skills, and attitudes regarding the structures, classification, development and multiplication conditions of microorganisms, disease mechanisms, infectious agents, and methods of prevention, along with fundamental laboratory practice. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | Introduction to microorganisms, classification and structure of microorganisms, the development, control, and interactions of microorganisms with other organisms and the environment, the immune system and antigen-antibody reactions, the most common infectious disease agents and their disease-causing mechanisms, and laboratory techniques used in general microbiology such as microscopy, staining, aseptic techniques, transfer, and culturing. |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
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Identifies the host-parasite relationship. |
Follows basic microbiological techniques. |
Identifies the routes of entry of microorganisms into the body. |
Relates medically important microorganisms. |
Explains the structure, metabolism, and genetic characteristics of bacteria. |
Explains important viruses, fungi, and parasites in microbiology. |
Identifies the body's defense mechanisms. |
Separates different sterilization and disinfection techniques. |
Identifies infectious diseases. |
Outlines significant microbial diseases affecting humans. |
Demonstrates cells involved in the immune system with examples. |
Explains mechanisms of antibiotic action and resistance. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | Literature search, Individual research | Introduction to Microbiology and History, Definition and Application Areas | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
2 | Literature search, Individual research | General Characteristics of Microorganisms Classification, Nomenclature | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
3 | Literature search, Individual research | Metabolism, Nutrition and Reproduction of Microorganisms | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
4 | Literature search, Individual research | The Host-Microorganism Relationship | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
5 | Literature search, Individual research | Factors Affecting the Development of Microorganisms | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
6 | Literature search, Individual research | General Characteristics, Structure, Metabolism of Bacteria | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
7 | Literature search, Individual research | General Properties, Structure, Metabolism of Yeasts and Moulds | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Literature search, Individual research | General Properties of Bacteriophages, Viruses and Prions | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
10 | Literature search, Individual research | General Characteristics of Parasites | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
11 | Literature search, Individual research | Normal Microbial Flora of the Body, Ways of Transmission of Infection | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
12 | Literature search, Individual research | Sterilisation, Disinfection and Antiseptic Methods | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
13 | Literature search, Individual research | Microbial Diagnostic Methods, Production of Microorganisms, Media, Bacterial Cultivation Methods | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
14 | Literature search, Individual research | Mechanisms of Antibiotic Action, Development of Resistance to Antibacterial Drugs | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
15 | Literature search, Individual research | Basic Immunology and Immunity | Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Groupwork |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Miksits, K., Anğ, Ö., Erturan, Z., Küçüker Anğ, M., Mülazımoğlu, L., & Anğ, Ö. (2013). Tıbbi mikrobiyoloji ve infeksiyoloji: Temel bilgiler. Nobel Tıp Kitabevi. |
Güven, S., & Demirel Zorba, N. D. (2015). Genel mikrobiyoloji: Laboratuvar klavuzu. Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart Üniversitesi Eğitim, Sağlık ve Bilimsel Araştırma Vakfı (ESBAV). |
Cornelissen, C. N., Fisher, B. D., & Harvey, R. A. (2012). Lippincott illustrated reviews: Microbiology (3rd ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. |
ASSESSMENT |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Assess the knowledge of all disciplines that examine the relationship between humans, the environment and food and form the basis of Nutrition and Dietetic practice.
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Define current knowledge and practices in Nutrition and Dietetics.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Use up-to-date technological resources in the process of obtaining and providing information in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
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2 |
SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Asses general health problems related to nutrition.
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Explain the Nutrition and Dietetic practices by using knowledge in this field.
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5 |
SKILLS |
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Practical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Apply legal and ethical principles in the use of knowledge in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
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2 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Apply knowledge and skills in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
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Follow the plans, policies, laws, regulations and legislations that affect the dietitian profession.
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4 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Evaluate the information about Nutrition and Dietetics with a critical perspective.
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3 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Communication & Social |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Follow new developments in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics with sufficient foreign language knowledge.
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Communicate effective verbal and written interaction between individuals.
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2 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Evaluate the factors affecting the food quality of the individual and society in the production-consumption chain.
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Respond to clients' health, social and environmental problems.
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Evaluate the nutritional status of the patients.
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Interpret the clinical findings of the patients in terms of nutrition.
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Plan client-specific nutritional treatments.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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Type of the Learning Activites | Learning Activities (# of week) | Duration (hours, h) | Workload (h) |
Lecture & In-Class Activities | 14 | 2 | 28 |
Preliminary & Further Study | 14 | 2 | 28 |
Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group Work | 10 | 1 | 10 |
Laboratory | 14 | 2 | 28 |
Reading | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Assignment (Homework) | 2 | 1 | 2 |
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 | 7 | 1 | 7 |
Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Final Exam | 14 | 1 | 14 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 7 | 1 | 7 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 84 | 0 | 126 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 126 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 4,9 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 5,0 |