Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Molecular Genetics BTZ306 Turkish Compulsory 6. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 2.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Verbal Expression/Visual Presentation
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s)
Goals Structure and function of nucleic acids of DNA, genomic organization, replication, transcription, translation, events, gene expression, and mutation effects inheritance aims to give information about nuclear issues.
Course Content The History of Molecular Genetics Structure and Functions of nucleic acids DNA and RNA Analysis Genomic Organization of DNA DNA Replication and Recombination Genetic code and Transcription Translation Protein Control of gene expression in prokaryotes Control of gene expression in eukaryotes Non-core inheritance Mutations DNA repair mechanisms General repetition and discussion
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 To have knowledge about the genomic organization of DNA.
2 Learning about non-core inheritance.
3 Gen ifadesinin düzenlenmesinde rol oynayan faktörleri kavramak.
4 Mutasyonları ve DNA onarım mekanizmalarını kavramak.
5 To understand the structure and functions of nucleic acids.
6 To understand the flow of genetic information by understanding cellular events such as Replication, Transcription and Translation
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week The History of Molecular Genetics
2. Week Structure and Functions of nucleic acids
3. Week DNA and RNA Analysis
4. Week Genomic Organization of DNA
5. Week DNA Replication and Recombination
6. Week Genetic code and Transcription
7. Week Translation
8. Week Protein
9. Week Control of gene expression in prokaryotes
10. Week Control of gene expression in eukaryotes
11. Week Non-core inheritance
12. Week Mutations
13. Week DNA repair mechanisms
14. Week General repetition and discussion
*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 .Applies knowledge of natural sciences and mathematics to the development of various processes within the field.
2 Acts in accordance with ethical and deontological principles in decision-making and implementation processes.
3 Utilizes scientific and technological developments in field-related applications.
4 Solves engineering problems within the field through an analytical approach by integrating fundamental engineering knowledge with technical tools.
5 Designs all technical systems, system components, and production processes related to the field.
6 Implements crop and livestock production processes in accordance with scientific and technical principles.
7 Utilizes data-driven core technologies within the agricultural sector in production processes.
8 Applies sustainability principles and approaches to agricultural processes.
9 Utilizes managerial and institutional knowledge for agriculture, taking into account global and local developments.
10 Integrates fundamental scientific knowledge in the fields of genetics, molecular biology, microbiology, and biochemistry into agricultural biotechnology processes through a critical approach.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY3 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY8 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY9 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY10 4 4 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Genetik Kavramları, Klug, W.S., Cummings, M.R., (Çeviri Editörü: Öner, C.), Palme Yayıncılık, Ankara, 2003
  • Moleküler Genetik, Güler Temizkan, Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri, 2013
  • Moleküler Biyolojinin Temelleri, Elif Demirkıran, Dora Basım Yayın
  • Biyoloji – Campbell, Palme Yayınevi
  • Yaşam - Biyoloji Bilimi - David M. Hillis, Palme Yayınevi
  • Temel Moleküler Biyoloji, Lizabeth A. Allison, Palme Yayınevi, 2014
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 40 40
Quiz 1 1 10 10
Quiz 2 1 10 10
Final 1 40 40
Practice 1 2 2
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 2.0