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

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: BME208
Course Name: Biochemistry
Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
ECTS
5
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
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: This course aims to study and learn the basic properties of biochemistry, the biochemical groups in the body and the major biochemical effects that occur.
Course Content: The content of the course focuses on the basic concepts of biochemistry, the biochemical composition of the body, and the primary biochemical reactions that occur in the body. The basic principles of biochemistry; proteins, their functions, isolation and purification methods; enzymes; nucleic acids; carbohydrates; metabolism; biological membranes and biological transport systems.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Defines basic biochemistry concepts
2) Learns the introduction to biochemistry from the perspective of biomedical engineering and the biochemical composition of the body.
3) Examines the concepts of amino acid, peptide and protein in detail
4) Learns proteins, their functions, isolation and purification methods, enzymes, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, metabolism, biological membranes and biological transport systems.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Course Overview
2) Introduction to biochemistry
3) Amino Acids, Peptides and Proteins
4) 3D structure of proteins
5) Functions of Proteins and Enzymes
6) Protein isolation and purification
7) Midterm
8) Nucleic acids 1
9) Nucleic Acids 2
10) Carbohydrates
11) Lipids
12) Biological membranes
13) Biological transport systems
14) Metabolism

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, 7th Edition, David L. Nelson and Michael M. Cox, W.H.Freeman & Co Ltd.
References: Ders notları, videolar, okuma materyalleri.

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 2 2
2) Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex biomedical engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 2
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. 3
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. 3 3 3 3
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.
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. 3
2) Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex biomedical engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 2
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
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
Laboratory 8 % 30
Quizzes 3 % 10
Midterms 1 % 20
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
Laboratory 8 2 16
Study Hours Out of Class 13 3 39
Quizzes 3 1 3
Midterms 1 10 10
Final 1 15 15
Total Workload 122