BIOCHEMISTRY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BEY150E	BIOCHEMISTRY	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	Assist.Prof. GÜLŞAH KONAKOĞLU
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It's aimed to gain knowledge to identify biochemical reactions in the cell at the molecular level and to describe pathological events.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Structure of biomolecules, protein, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism and their clinical importance, the importance of enzymes in clinical diagnosis, Fluid and electrolyte balance, vitamins and trace elements, hormones and their importance, hemoglobin metabolism.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Define basic knowledge of biomolecules in living organisms.
Discover the general chemical reactions involved in metabolism.
Discover the control mechanisms of metabolic pathways in the body.
Relate the changes in chemical reactions at the normal and pathological levels in cell.
Explain the concepts related to metabolism
Compare the carbonhyrate metabolism and regulative mechanisms.
Classify lipids.
Explain metabolism of proteins and aminoacids.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, Individual research	Introduction to Biochemistry, Weak Interactions in Aqueous Environments	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
2	Literature review, Individual research	Interactions Between Molecules; Chemical Bonds, Chemical Reactions Involved in Metabolism	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
3	Literature review, Individual research	Cell; Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells, Cell Organelles and Their Functions	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
4	Literature review, Individual research	Cell membrane structure, apoptosis, necrosis,transportation in the cell	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
5	Literature review, Individual research	Essential amino acids, their structure and functions, amino acid metabolism, peptide bond, and structure	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
6	Literature review, Individual research	Proteins, their structure and functions	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
7	Literature review, Individual research	Enzymes	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature review, Individual research	Classification, Structure, and Functions of Carbohydrates Digestion and Absorption of Carbohydrates	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
10	Literature review, Individual research	Metabolism of Carbohydrates	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
11	Literature review, Individual research	Lipids, Functions and Structure	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
12	Literature review, Individual research	Nucleic Acids	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
13	Literature review, Individual research	Vitamins	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
14	Literature review, Individual research	Minerals	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
15	Literature review, Individual research	Hormones and their mechanism	Lecture, Discussion, Individual research
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Champe, P. C., Harvey, R. A., & Ferrier, D. R. (2005). Biochemistry. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 7th edition
Moore, J. T., & Langley, R. H. (2011). Biochemistry for dummies. John Wiley & Sons.
Nelson, D. L., & Cox, M. M. (2017). Lehninger principles of biochemistry (7th ed.). W.H. Freeman.
Rodwell, Victor W, Bender, David A, Botham, Kathleen M, Kennelly, Peter J, Weil, Anthony P. (2018). Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry
Konukoğlu D., (2019) Temel ve Klinik Biyokimya: Sağlık Bilimleri Fakültesi ve Sağlık Hizmetleri Meslek Yüksek Okulları için, 2. Baskı

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	Has advanced theoretical and applied knowledge supported by textbooks containing basic and current information in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, application tools and multimedia education tools and other resources.					4
2	Has the knowledge to evaluate the nature, source, limits, accuracy, reliability and validity of the information.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has the knowledge to reach scientific knowledge in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, to monitor, evaluate and apply the current literature.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, it interprets and evaluates scientifically proven data, defines and analyzes problems, develops solutions by considering professional and ethical values ​​based on research and evidence, shares information, and makes teamwork.					4
2	Produces solutions to the problems specific to the field in line with scientific data/evidence.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Provides health education for individuals, families and the society by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using advanced knowledge about physiotherapy and rehabilitation, carries out a study independently and takes responsibility as a team member in cooperation with other professional groups working in this field.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Demonstrates embracing lifelong learning, is open to development and continues this behavior.					4
2	Identifies learning resources, access resources effectively/quickly.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Shares her thoughts on the issues related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation with quantitative and qualitative data, and shares thoughts with experts and non-experts as an active element of the process, by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.					4
2	With the awareness of social responsibility, organizes and implements projects and activities in cooperation with other professional groups for the social environment which they live.					4
3	Follows the information in the field and communicates with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Collects, interprets and applies data related to the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, cooperates with people from related disciplines during the announcement of the results and acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.						5
2	With Professional identity, sets a role model to colleagues and is an example to the society.						5
3	Knows the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for the individual and society in the fields of education, practice and research.						5

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	1	14
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	7	3	21
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	7	2	14
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	44	0	79