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GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
BEY205 GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY 3 4 3 5

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

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)

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

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

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

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
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.
5
2
Define current knowledge and practices in Nutrition and Dietetics.
3

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Use up-to-date technological resources in the process of obtaining and providing information in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
2

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Asses general health problems related to nutrition.
3
2
Explain the Nutrition and Dietetic practices by using knowledge in this field.
5

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Apply legal and ethical principles in the use of knowledge in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Apply knowledge and skills in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
1
2
Follow the plans, policies, laws, regulations and legislations that affect the dietitian profession.
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Evaluate the information about Nutrition and Dietetics with a critical perspective.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Follow new developments in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics with sufficient foreign language knowledge.
3
2
Communicate effective verbal and written interaction between individuals.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Evaluate the factors affecting the food quality of the individual and society in the production-consumption chain.
0
2
Respond to clients' health, social and environmental problems.
0
3
Evaluate the nutritional status of the patients.
0
4
Interpret the clinical findings of the patients in terms of nutrition.
0
5
Plan client-specific nutritional treatments.
0

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 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