Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
General Biology II (Zoology) BYL102 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 4 + 2 5.0 8.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Barış GÜLCÜ
Instructor(s)
Goals To develop scientific thinking, to provide information that will form the basis of biology department courses, and to help students understand biology
Course Content The aim of this course is - to understand the importance of Biology - to understand the functions of the cell, tissue and organ systems of organisms. - to understand the chemical structure of organisms. - to understand the origin of the species, their evolution, the genetic and the biodiversity of the species.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Learns the importance of Biology
2 Learns the functions of the cell, tissue and organ systems of organisms
3 Learns the chemical structure of organisms
4 Learns the origin of life, the development process of living things and the concept of heredity, and can interpret the diversity of living things in this direction.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to Biology Preparation, After Class Study
2. Week The chemical structure of organisms Preparation, After Class Study
3. Week The importance of water and the environment for living things Preparation, After Class Study
4. Week The cell and organelles-1 Preparation, After Class Study
5. Week The cell and organelles-2 Preparation, After Class Study
6. Week Energy metabolism/ Protein, carbohydrate and fat molecules Preparation, After Class Study
7. Week The DNA molecule Preparation, After Class Study
8. Week Protein synthesis Preparation, After Class Study
9. Week Midterm Preparation, After Class Study
10. Week The origin of eucaryotic biodiversity Preparation, After Class Study
11. Week Introduction to evolution of animals Preparation, After Class Study
12. Week The Tissues Preparation, After Class Study
13. Week The digestive system The blood and respiratory system Preparation, After Class Study
14. Week The endocrine system The excretory system, The reproductive system Preparation, After Class Study
*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 Obtains theoretical and applied information in the field of biological sciences, perceives and recognizes living things in the context of structure, function - functioning, organization and mutual interactions, comprehends and interprets their importance
2 Defines problems related to biology subjects, formulates hypothesis for the solution of problems by making synthesis, tests the hypothesis with various observational and experimental methods, analyzes the results and gains the ability to interpret.
3 Learns the processes and phenomena in the field of life sciences in relation to current knowledge and methods. Using this information, proposes solutions to local and global problems related to field.
4 Selects, applies and develops contemporary techniques and tools in the field of life sciences and effectively uses information technologies as a part of her/his own life.
5 In order to meet the needs of the individual or society, works effectively and takes responsibility in activities and projects for her professional development, both individually and in multidisciplinary groups.
6 Follows scientific publications published/to be published in the field, conveys the information obtained verbally and in writing to colleagues and different segments of the society. Communicates with colleagues in Turkish/English.
7 By following the current scientific and technological developments in biological sciences, gains the competence to develop lifelong learning, knowledge and skills.
8 Have universal and social ethical values and professional responsibility awareness with a scientific point of view.
9 Adheres to the principle of sustainability in theoretical and applied studies related to biological sciences, gains awareness of its effects and legal consequences on a local/global scale.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 5 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5 5
PY3 5 5 5 5
PY4 3 3 3 3
PY5 3 2 2 2
PY6 4 4 4 4
PY7 5 5 5 5
PY8 2 2 2 2
PY9 1 1 1 1
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Star, C., Taggart, R., Biology, Wadsworth Publishing Company, USA, 1995.
  • Campbell, N.A., Reece, J.B., Urry, L.A., Cain, M.L., Wasserman, S.A., Minorsky, P.V., Jackson, R.B.,Biyoloji, Çeviri Editörleri: Demirsoy, A., Gündüz, E., Türkan, İ., Palme Yayınevi, 2007.
  • Keeton, W., T., Gould, J.L., (ed. Demirsoy, A., Türkan, İ., Gündüz, E.), Genel Biyoloji, Cilt I, Palme Yayıncılık, 2003.
  • Keeton Gould, Genel Biyoloji I ve II, Çeviri Editörleri: Demirsoy, A., Gündüz, E., Türkan, İ., Palme Yayınevi, 2007.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 2 2
Homework 1 1 38 38
Homework 2 1 38 38
Final 1 2 2
Practice 14 2 28
Practice End-Of-Term 1 40 40
Classroom Activities 14 4 56
Total Workload 204
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 8.0