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	Prof. ZUHAL KUNDURACILAR
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. GLORIA NNADWA ALHASSAN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed to gain knowledge and attitudes regarding the differentiation of basic biochemical reactions at the cellular level and the explanation of pathological processes.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Introduction to biochemistry and fundamental concepts of metabolism, cell structure and organelles, intermolecular interactions and chemical bonds, cell membrane, transport and energy in the cell, structure, functions and metabolism of amino acids and proteins, enzymes, classification, structure, digestion, absorption and metabolism of carbohydrates and lipids, nucleic acids, vitamins, trace elements, and the structure and mechanisms of action of hormones.

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

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Web Based Research	Introduction to Biochemistry, Metabolism, and Basic Concepts	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
2	Individual Study	Cell: Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells, Cell Organelles and Their Functions	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
3	Individual Study	Intermolecular Interactions: Chemical Bonds and Chemical Reactions Involved in Metabolism	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
4	Individual Study	Cell Membrane Structure, Apoptosis, Necrosis, Substance Transport Across the Cell, Transport Mechanisms, and Energy	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
5	Individual Study	Essential Amino Acids: Structure and Functions, Amino Acid Metabolism, Peptide Bond and Structure	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
6	Individual Study	Proteins: Structures and Functions, Hemoglobin, Myoglobin, Collagen, and Elastin	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
7	Individual Study	Enzymes	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
8	Individual Study	Carbohydrates: Structures and Functions, Digestion and Absorption Mechanisms, Carbohydrate Metabolism	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
9	Individual Study	Carbohydrate Metabolism	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Individual Study	Lipids: Structures and Functions, Digestion and Absorption Mechanisms, Lipid Metabolism	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
12	Individual Study	Nucleic Acids	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
13	Individual Study	Vitamins	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
14	Individual Study	Trace Elements	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
15	Individual Study	Structure of Hormones and Mechanisms of Action	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Burtis, C. A., & Bruns, D. E. (2015). Tietz fundamentals of clinical chemistry and molecular diagnostics (7th ed.). Elsevier.
Lieberman, M., & Peet, A. (2023). Marks’ basic medical biochemistry: A clinical approach (6th ed.). Wolters Kluwer.
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, V. W., Bender, D. A., Botham, K. M., Kennelly, P. J., & Weil, A. P. (2018). Harper’s illustrated biochemistry. McGraw-Hill Education.
Smith, M. B. (2026). Biochemistry: An organic chemistry approach. Taylor & Francis Group.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) 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	Defines the current theory and practice in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.				3
2	Explain the basic concepts of other medical sciences who related physiotherapy and rehabilitation					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the basic phenomenon of sub-fields of physiotherapy and rehabilitation about principles, processes and applications, make a basic level of analysis and evaluation					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has the ability to physiotherapy and rehabilitation program planning with learned theoretical and practical knowledge.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply for physiotherapy and rehabilitation program according to ethical principles, follow developments, make program changes or end the program if necessary			2
2	Used for the information which gained from advanced studies for the protection of public health		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Independently conduct vocational and academic studies with the knowledge related to the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, finds solutions to the problems faced		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adopts personal development and lifelong learning.					4
2	Knows how to reach the necessary resources to address the learning needs					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Establishes effective communication with other relevant professional groups during physiotherapy and rehabilitation services.		1
2	Gives a contribution to the profession related quality improvement, education and promotion programs		1
3	Take responsibility in joint studies performed by different disciplines as a team member, contribute on the subject		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Have sufficient professional experience in clinical practice to use vocational autonomy		1
2	The use of all the equipment and hardware in physiotherapy and rehabilitation clinics, provides environmental layout and task flow for clinic.		1
3	Keeps records of service quality monitoring and for scientific research, prepares reports, participant for project implements		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	14	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
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	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	51	0	79