Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Molecular Genetics BIO308 Turkish Compulsory 3 + 2 4.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. MERAL KEKEÇOĞLU
Instructor(s)
Goals To learn the structure and function of hereditary materials. To comprehend the steps of the period of inheritance of the information from gene to protein.
Course Content Genes, genes genome, gene number, repeats, gene families, mutagens, mutation, repair mechanisms, Protein Synthesis, Using the genetic code, the operon, transposons, oncogenes, cancer, cell cycle, methods in molecular genetic studies.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Comprehend the principles of components having role in heredity
2 Learn the molecular basis of heredity
3 Identify the species, comprehend the structure and function of living organisms.
4 Gain the ability to identify a scientific study. Describe and solve problems.
5 Learn modern techniques and biological analysis methods used in the laboratory and gain the ability to apply them.
6 Learn the origin of liveliness, the process of development of living organisms and the term of evolution. In this concept, interpret the diversity of organisms.
7 Acquire professional knowledge to communicate with fellows. Gain awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
8 Work independently and in collaboration within a team in an advanced study.
9 Manage to access the information. Gain the ability to use the databases and information systems.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Genes and DNA Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
2. Week Segmented genes-Exons, introns and restriction enzymes Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
3. Week Content and sequence of genome, gene numbers Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
4. Week Gene clusters and repeats Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
5. Week Replication of DNA Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
6. Week DNA repair mechanisms Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
7. Week Transposons, retroviruses and retrotransposons Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
8. Week RNA and expression Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
9. Week Midterm Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
10. Week RNA splicing and processing Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
11. Week Promoters and enhancers Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
12. Week Protein synthesis Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
13. Week Protein synthesis
14. Week Epigenetics, posttranscriptional and posttranslational modifications Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
*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 Improve the scientific knowledge in the field of Biology to a more advanced level. Use the advenced knowledge to innovate, interpret the results, to apply the results and to design unique projects
2 Gain the ability to identify scientific questions, compare, analyze and solve the problems independently.
3 Gain the skills of using the modern laboratory techniques and analysis methods in the field of biology.
4 Gain the ability to get the information by doing research, to evaluate, interpret and apply it.
5 Gain the ability of discussion, synthesis and applying the scientific knowledge.
6 Gain the ability to design experimental studies, do the applications and analyse the complicated results using advanced skills, like critical thinking, problem solving and deciding.
7 Use the scientific knowledge and apply the ability of problem solving, evaluate and analyse advanced concepts in interdiciplinary fields.
8 Gain the scientific knowledge to set up communication with the collegues. Gain the ability to follow and use of the literature. Gain the ability to share or present the results of his/her own studies with the scientists during a scientific conference, workshop or seminar.
9 Participate scientific collaborations effectively and lead a scientific study if necessary.
10 Follow the innovations in the field of biology. Gain the ability to find resources and to use the databases.
11 Find new or strategical approaches to solve an unpredicted or advanced problems.
12 Improve scientific knowledge where there is a little or limited data present. Gain the ability to connect the information from different scientific diciplines.
13 Find unique ideas and get in contact with the professionals in scientific topics using his/her knowledge and skills.
14 Have the ability to read, understand, speak and write a foreign language in order to contact with the scientists from all over the World.
15 Follow novel developments in computational software and hardware systems related with biology, use this knowledge and skill in research.
16 Obey the ethical regulations and watch the ethical issues while designing a scientific study, collecting data, evaluating and publishing them.
17 Adopt life-long learning strategies during performing scientific studies.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6 DK7 DK8 DK9
PY1 3 2 1 3 5 2 4 4 3
PY2 3 1 1 3 4 3 4 4 4
PY3 3 2 1 4 5 4 4 4 5
PY4 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY5 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY6 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY7 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY8 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY9 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY10 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY11 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY12 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY13 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY14 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY15 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY16 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
PY17 3 2 1 4 5 5 5 4 4
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Lecture notes
  • Krebs JE, Goldstein ES, Kilpatrick. 2011. Lewin’s Genes X, John’s and Bartlett publishers, USA
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 28 28
Homework 2 1 28 28
Final 1 2 2
Practice 14 2 28
Practice End-Of-Term 1 23 23
Classroom Activities 14 3 42
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0