Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
biochemistry ZFZ110 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face To Face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s)
Goals To examine the structures of primary metabolites in living cells, their metabolic pathways and reactions, and to investigate and analyze the metabolic processes that occur during these pathways.
Course Content The Scope and Significance of Biochemistry, Biomolecules, Enzymes and Catalysis, Energy Transformations, Metabolism, Molecules of Genetic Information.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Defines the biochemical structure, function, and metabolism of macromolecules.
2 Comprehends energy metabolism
3 Learns biochemical pathways and the events occurring within these pathways
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Definition, scope, and significance of biochemistry Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
2. Week The structure of water and its significance for life Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Amino asitler Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week The structures and functions of proteins Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Enzymes and the classification of enzymes Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Carbohydrates Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Lipids Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Nucleic acids Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week Biological membranes, transport across membranes, and signal transduction Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week Bioenergetics and metabolism Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Carbohydrate metabolism: Glycolysis and gluconeogenesis, pentose phosphate pathway Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Carbohydrate metabolism: Citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle) and oxidative phosphorylation Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Carbohydrate metabolism in plants and the glyoxylate cycle Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week Lipid metabolism Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
*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.
11 Produces innovative and sustainable biotechnological solutions to agricultural problems by effectively utilizing laboratory and field applications.
12 Effectively utilizes statistical, mathematical, and bioinformatic tools to analyze biological data.
13 Fulfills professional and social responsibilities by mastering the ethical, legal, intellectual property, and biosafety dimensions of biotechnological applications.
14 Effectively shares project findings obtained by working efficiently in interdisciplinary projects using effective presentation techniques.
15 Demonstrates lifelong learning and entrepreneurship skills by generating innovative ideas and continuously following scientific and technological developments in the field.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3
PY1 5 5 5
PY2 3 3 3
PY3 4 4 4
PY4 2 2 2
PY5 2 2 2
PY6 5 5 5
PY7 2 2 2
PY8 2 2 2
PY9 2 2 2
PY10 5 5 5
PY11 4 4 4
PY12 4 4 4
PY13 3 3 3
PY14 3 3 3
PY15 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • D. L., Nelson and M. M., Cox. Lehninger Biyokimyanın İlkeleri. Çeviri editörü Prof. Dr. Nedret KILIÇ, 2005, Palme Yayıncılık
  • R, Harvey and P.C. Champe. Lippincott Biyokimya. Çevirmen: Doç.Dr. Engin Ulukaya, 2007, Nobel Tıp Kitabevi.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Research 14 2 28
Other Activities 1 5 5
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 77
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0