Cancer Biology and Pharmacology (Master) (with Thesis)
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: KBY5117
Course Name: Scientific Research Techniques and Publication Ethics
Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
6
Language of instruction: Turkish
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory Courses
Course Level:
Master TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Second Cycle EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery:
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. CANER GEYİK
Course Lecturer(s): Caner Geyik, Murat Ekremoğlu
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: To recognize the basic concepts related to the scientific research process, to recognize different sources related to scientific research, to access information, to gain critical thinking competence, to have knowledge about scientific result reporting and ethical rules.
Course Content: Scientific Research Designs
Hypothesising
Keeping Scientific Records
Presentation of Data
Scientific Report Writing
Academic Publishing and Indexing
Publication Ethics

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Recognize basic concepts related to the scientific research process
2) Understanding the importance of science and scientific research
3) Getting to know different sources related to science and scientific research
4) To be informed about the scientific research process

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Course Introduction - Introduction to Scientific Research
2) Scientific Research Designs
3) Writing a Hypothesis
4) Keeping Scientific Records
5) Presentation of Data
6) Scientific Report Writing
7) Academic Publishing and Indexing
8) Publication Ethics
9) Quiz
10) Research Project
11) Research Project
12) Research Project
13) Research Project
14) Seminar
15) Final Week - Research Paper Submission
16) Final Week - Research Paper Submission

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References:

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) The ability to define basic concepts of Cancer Biology and Pharmacology, get information objectively about the related field within the scope of the program
2) Having knowledge about the molecular mechanisms of cancer, learning the process of carcinogenesis at molecular level
3) Learning of pharmacology and anti-cancer drug development, screening and relevant molecular/cellular techniques (cytotoxicity, etc.), get information about the postgraduate regulation related to cancer research and drug development, cooperation and experience share with institutions providing technological support
4) The ability to synthesize, analyze, interpret, interrogate and criticize the relevant information on cancer biology and drug development
5) The ability to use good communication skills and computer technology efficiently in their work
6) The ability to convey/present the findings of the research and the results either verbally or in writing
7) The ability to carry out professional and academic studies independently using accumulated knowledge and to work and take responsibility as a team member with other professions working in this field
8) Having a sense of ethical responsibility in research

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) The ability to define basic concepts of Cancer Biology and Pharmacology, get information objectively about the related field within the scope of the program
2) Having knowledge about the molecular mechanisms of cancer, learning the process of carcinogenesis at molecular level
3) Learning of pharmacology and anti-cancer drug development, screening and relevant molecular/cellular techniques (cytotoxicity, etc.), get information about the postgraduate regulation related to cancer research and drug development, cooperation and experience share with institutions providing technological support
4) The ability to synthesize, analyze, interpret, interrogate and criticize the relevant information on cancer biology and drug development
5) The ability to use good communication skills and computer technology efficiently in their work
6) The ability to convey/present the findings of the research and the results either verbally or in writing
7) The ability to carry out professional and academic studies independently using accumulated knowledge and to work and take responsibility as a team member with other professions working in this field
8) Having a sense of ethical responsibility in research

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 1 % 30
Homework Assignments 1 % 40
Presentation 1 % 30
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 100
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK %
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Preparation for the Activity Spent for the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements Workload
Course Hours 14 2 2 56
Study Hours Out of Class 14 0 2 28
Presentations / Seminar 1 10 1 11
Homework Assignments 1 24 2 26
Quizzes 1 20 1 21
Total Workload 142