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

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: BME104
Course Name: Chemistry of Life
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: Doç. Dr. PINAR ÇAKIR HATIR
Course Lecturer(s): Assist. Prof. Dr. Pınar Çakır Hatır
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: 1. define the basic principles and applications of chemistry,
2. analyze the relationship between matter and its structural properties and define,
3. define the basic principles of organic chemistry,
4. apply chemistry experiments, analyze results and prepare reports.
Course Content: The course provides lectures and laboratory practices. The course covers properties and measurement of matter, atoms and atomic theories, chemical compounds, chemical reactions, properties of water, reactions in aqueous solutions, acids and bases, buffer solutions, redox reactions, organic chemistry, reactions of organic compounds, polymers, lipids, carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, enzymes and nucleic acids.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Define the basic principles and applications of chemistry
2) Analyze the relationship between matter and its structural properties and define
3) Define the basic principles of organic chemistry
4) Apply chemistry experiments, analyze results and prepare reports.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Matter: its properties and measurement
2) Atoms and atomic theory
3) Chemical compounds
4) Chemical reactions
5) Properties of water, reactions in aqueous solutions
6) Precipitation reactions
7) Acids and bases
8) Midterm
9) Buffer solutions
10) Redox reactions
11) Introduction to organic chemistry
12) Introduction to organic chemistry, polymers
13) Lipids, Carbohydrates
14) Amino acids, proteins, enzymes and nucleic acids

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: 1. Books
• Petrucci, R. H., Herring, F. G., Bissonnette, C., & Madura, J. D. (2017). General chemistry: principles and modern applications. Pearson.
• Fryhle, C. B., & Snyder, S. A. (2022). Organic chemistry. John Wiley & Sons.
2. Lecturer notes
3. Videos, reading materials, review questions, etc.
References: 1. Books
• Petrucci, R. H., Herring, F. G., Bissonnette, C., & Madura, J. D. (2017). General chemistry: principles and modern applications. Pearson.
• Fryhle, C. B., & Snyder, S. A. (2022). Organic chemistry. John Wiley & Sons.
2. Lecturer notes
3. Videos, reading materials, review questions, etc.

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. 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.
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. 2
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
Laboratory 12 % 20
Quizzes 3 % 20
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 2 26
Laboratory 13 2 26
Study Hours Out of Class 13 3 39
Quizzes 5 1 5
Midterms 1 10 10
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 126