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

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: BME311
Course Name: Bioentrepreneurship
Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
3
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory Courses
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. POLEN KOÇAK
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Polen Koçak Denizci
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: This course aims to inspire students by learning the basic principles of bio-entrepreneurship and to help them assimilate an entrepreneurial mindset.
Course Content: The program consists of several short courses, each of which focuses on a specific entrepreneurial knowledge or skill requirement, such as creative thinking, communication, risk-taking and flexibility, and helps them be career-ready, whether it's entrepreneurship or another career.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Defines the basic concepts of bioentrprenership.
2) Learns the basics of being a bio-entrepreneur from the perspective of biomedical engineering.
3) Develops an entrepreneurial mindset by learning the basic skills such as design, sales and communication necessary to turn a business idea into a start-up.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction and Overview of Bioentrepreneurship
2) Idea Formation and Evaluation
3) Market Research and Analysis
4) Business Model Creation in Bioentrepreneurship
5) Financing and Resources
6) Patents and Intellectual Property Rights
7) Product Development and Manufacturing Processes
8) Midterm Exam
9) Marketing and Sales Strategies
10) Risk Management and Sustainability
11) Leadership and Team Management in Bioentrepreneurship
12) Start up presentation_biotechnology
13) Start up presentation_biomedical engineering
14) Start up presentation_bioinformatics and genetics

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: ADIM ADIM BİYOGİRİŞİMCİLİK: BİYOTEKNOLOJİ GİRİŞİMCİ VE YATIRIMCILARINA YOL HARİTASI Elif Damla Arısan, Sevgi Salman Ünver, Işıl Aksan Kurnaz
References: Lecture Notes

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. 2 2
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. 3 3 3
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. 3 3 3

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. 2
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. 2
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. 3
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
Project 1 % 30
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
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 13 3 39
Project 13 1 13
Midterms 1 8 8
Final 1 15 15
Total Workload 75