Biomedical Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: UNI272
Course Name: Nanobiotechnology
Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
ECTS
5
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator: Doç. Dr. PINAR ÇAKIR HATIR
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Pınar ÇAKIR HATIR
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: To give students the basic concepts of nanotechnology and to provide their understanding in biotechnology applications.
Course Content: Introduction to Nanotechnology
Carbon-Based Nanomaterials
Fabrication of Nanomaterials
Classification of Nanomaterials
Characterization of Nanomaterials
Polymer Nanoparticles and Hydrogels
Drug Delivery Systems
Natural Nanomaterials and Biomimicry
Nanobiosensors
Nanobiomaterials
Biolabeling
Lab-on-a-Chip
Microscopy
Medical Applications of Nanobiotechnology

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Understands the basic knowledge of nanobiotechnology.
2) Explains the use of nanomaterials in biotechnology and understands the importance of nanostructures in the design of biomaterials such as drug-carrying systems, artificial organs, and tissue scaffolds, etc.
3) Understands the importance of nanotechnology for biomedical applications.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Nanotechnology Literature search
2) Carbon-Based Nanomaterials Literature search
3) Fabrication of Nanomaterials Literature search
4) Classification of Nanomaterials Literature search
5) Characterization of Nanomaterials Literature search
6) Polymer Nanoparticles and Hydrogels Literature search
7) Drug Delivery Systems Literature search
8) Natural Nanomaterials and Biomimicry Literature search
9) Nanobiosensors Literature search
10) Nanobiomaterials Literature search
10) Nanobiomaterials Literature search
11) Biolabeling Literature search
12) Lab-on-a-Chip Literature search
13) Microscopy Literature search
14) Medical Applications of Nanobiotechnology Literature search

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ders kitabı bulunmamaktadır.
References: 1. Hall, J. S. (2005). What's next for nanotechnology. The futurist, 39(4), 28.
2. Gazit, Ehud, and Anna Mitraki. Plenty of room for biology at the bottom: an introduction to bionanotechnology. World Scientific, 2013.
3. Williams, L. ve Wade Adams, Dr. (2007) Nanotechnology Demystified.
4. Goodsell, D. S. (2004). Bionanotechnology: lessons from nature. John Wiley & Sons
5. Hatır, P. Ç. (2020). Biomedical Nanotechnology: Why “Nano”?. In Biomedical and Clinical Engineering for Healthcare Advancement (pp. 30-65). IGI Global.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, science and biomedical engineering disciplines; Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in solving complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex biomedical engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in biomedical engineering practices; Ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex biomedical engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; individual working skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language, ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself.
9) Knowledge of ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the effects of biomedical engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering; Awareness of the legal consequences of biomedical engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, science and biomedical engineering disciplines; Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in solving complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex biomedical engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in biomedical engineering practices; Ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex biomedical engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; individual working skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language, ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself.
9) Knowledge of ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the effects of biomedical engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering; Awareness of the legal consequences of biomedical engineering solutions.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 5 % 15
Presentation 1 % 15
Midterms 1 % 30
Final Sözlü 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 100
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK %
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 12 24
Total Workload 24