Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Genetics ZDF213 Turkish Compulsory 3. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. PINAR GÖÇ RASGELE
Instructor(s) Prof. Dr. PINAR GÖÇ RASGELE (Güz)
Goals The main issues of genetics, to learn the basic concepts and the basic principles of heredity
Course Content Definition and scope of genetics, the functions of genetic material, mitosis, meiosis, Mendel’s laws, probability computations and statistical analysis in genetics, the factors deviated from Mendel rules, multiple alleles, sex determination and sex-linked inheritance, linkage and crossing over, mutations
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Learns basic concepts of Genetics
2 Knows genetic material and its function in heredity
3 Understands relationship between heredity model of different traits and breeding programmes
4 Learns sources and mechanisms of genetic diversity
5 Comprehends importance and role of genetics in Agricultural sciences
6 Learns basic essential knowledge for genetic engineering and biotechnology
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to Genetic, Genetic brief history
2. Week The concept of cell, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, chromosomes
3. Week Genetic events, Mendelian genetics and the basic principles
4. Week Connection, crossing over, problem solving
5. Week Sex and sex determination systems, sex-linked characters, problem solving
6. Week interactions between allele and non-allele genes
7. Week Quantitative characters and their genetic
8. Week midterm
9. Week Population genetics
10. Week The concept of gene
11. Week DNA molecule, the chemical nature of the gene
12. Week DNA replication; Transcription, translation and genetic code
13. Week Mutation
14. Week Structural mutations in chromosomes
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Skill of apply basic science and engineering knowledge and principles to Agricultural Engineering problems
2 Ability of recognize pathogens, pests, weeds and beneficial organisms frequently seen agricultural fields at microscopic and macroscopic level and able to determine level of damage/benefit together with widespread cases.
3 Having knowledge about the techniques in agricultural production process, identify the basic problems related to the process and the ability to use modern computational tools and techniques in solution of these problems
4 Skill of execute taking into account technical and scientific information defined by current proposals for solving the problems of crop protection, sustainable agriculture, the environment and human health and food safety
5 Disciplinary and interdisciplinary teamwork ability, to act independently required, have the initiative and creativity skills, ability of communicate acts express of ideas as verbally and written, clear and concise.
6 Skill of follow the current national and international problem
7 Recognize of importance of lifelong learning
8 Self-development skill following the developments in science and technology
9 Ability of awareness of professional ethics and quality systems in agriculture
10 Business ethics and responsibility
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY2 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY3 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY8 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY9 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY10 4 4 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Pierce, B.A., 2003. Genetics: A Conceptual Approaches., ISBN: 1-57259-160-9
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 20 20
Homework 1 5 2 10
Final 1 30 30
Classroom Activities 14 3 42
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0