UNI379 Mystery of Life:BioelectricityIstinye UniversityDegree Programs Electrical and Electronic Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Electrical and Electronic Engineering (English)

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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: UNI379
Course Name: Mystery of Life:Bioelectricity
Semester: Spring
Fall
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: Face to face
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. ESMA NUR OKATAN
Course Lecturer(s): Esma Okatan
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: Increase knowlege and awareness regarding bioelectricty
Course Content: Definition of bioelectricity, electric properties of living beings, examples from plants, animal cells, organs, bioelectricity coordinated cell functions, bioelectricity linked diseases and bioelectricity based diagnostic and therapeutic applications

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Able to describe the concepts of the bioelectricity
2) Able to explain the impacts of the bioelectricity on biological functions

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Overview of the lecture -
2) Definition of Bioelectricity, Examples from the Nature -
3) Mechanisms underlying the bioelectricity, Introduction to Ion Channels Ion Channels of Excitable Membranes 3rd Edition by Bertil Hille (Author)
4) Electrochemical Driving Force Ion Channels of Excitable Membranes 3rd Edition by Bertil Hille (Author)
5) Bioelectricity induced biological functions-I https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
6) Bioelectricity induced biological functions-II https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
7) Overview of the topics -
8) Midterm Exam -
9) Diseases related with Bioelectricity https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
10) Diagnostic use of Bioelectricity https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
11) Therapeutic use of Bioelectricity https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
12) Experiments to Study Bioelectricity https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
13) Overview of the topics -
14) Final Exam -

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
References: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and Electrical and Electronics engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex electrical and electronics engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex circuit, device or system to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in electrical and electronics engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or electrical and electronics engineering research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively within and multidisciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effectice 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; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in electrical and electronics engineering applications.
10) Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge of the effects of electrical and electronics engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in electrical and electronics engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of electrical and electronics engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and Electrical and Electronics engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex electrical and electronics engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex circuit, device or system to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in electrical and electronics engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or electrical and electronics engineering research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively within and multidisciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effectice 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; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in electrical and electronics engineering applications.
10) Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge of the effects of electrical and electronics engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in electrical and electronics engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of electrical and electronics engineering solutions.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
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 7 2 126
Quizzes 1 1 3 1 5
Final 1 1 3 1 5
Total Workload 136