DIL513 English for Specific Purposes 3Istinye UniversityDegree Programs Bioinformatics and Genetics (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Bioinformatics and Genetics (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: DIL513
Course Name: English for Specific Purposes 3
Semester: Spring
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: Eğitim Danışmanı GÜLŞAH ERDAŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Öğr. Gör. CEM ŞENCAN
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: This academic course is for undergraduate students. Materials prepared by our lecturers are used during the classes and upper-intermadiate level of English is aimed to be obtained. The courses are about the latest developments and studies in Natural and Social Sicences Fields and basic concepts are covered according to their needs during the classes.
Course Content: Reading, speaking, listening and writing activities related with the students fields according to their level of English.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Students learn the vocabulary about theri deparmtents
2) Students read articles and reading texts about their own departments
3) Students learn how to write essays and articles about the related topics of their departments
4) Students do audio-visual activities
5) Students do researches about thier own fields and do presantations and projects as homework

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) basic information about the profession
1) occupational analysis Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
2) recognition of the profession Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
3) Detailed definitions about the profession Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
4) Detailed definitions about the profession Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
5) Occupational areas and working condiitons in the field Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
6) Professional tools and terms used in the field Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
7) Reaserach and presentation techniques related with their fields Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
8) mid-term exam week
9) Occupational theories and concepts Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
10) Occupational theories and concepts Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
11) occupational analysis and professional studies Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
12) Occupational analysis and researches Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
13) Scientific ethics Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
14) Current developments in the field Authentic and original materials prepared by the lecturers of the Foreign Languages Department
15) final exam week
16) final exam week

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: öğretim görevlilerimiz tarafından tamamen öğrencilerimizin alanlarına yönelik olarak hazırlanmış kitapçıklar.
References: çeşitli websitelerinden konular ile ilgili ilişkili kullanılabilecek kaynaklar ve öğrencilerin alanlarına yönelik gelişmeleri yakından takip edebilecekleri websiteleri, güncel makale ve araştırmalar.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Has theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, computer, statistics, genetics and programming, that is essence to be proficient in bioinformatics and genetics.
2) Has the basic ability to remodel, evaluate or simulate the fundamental research subjects such as molecular cell biology, genetic structure of the living organisms and understanding the modelling of evolution by using computer-based approaches.
3) Has the knowledge and ability to identify scientific problems in the field of bioinfomatics and genetics, to design and conduct experiments independently in the laboratory and digital environment, to collect data, analyze, draw conclusions, interpret and present data in oral and written fashion.
4) Has the skills of effective communication, planning, and decision making by taking responsibility in individual or teamwork.
5) Has the ability to produce output and useful models that offer original, creative and innovative solutions to problems by using inquiring, productive and entrepreneurial features effectively.
6) Has the habitude to examine the field of bioinformatics and genetics or other subjects overlaping with these fields with analytical and critical point of view and to follow them throughout life.
7) Has the ability to identify social problems, to create solutions through interdisciplinary cooperation in national and international social and scientific arenas, or be a part of the solution.
8) Has the ability to use software programs and information and communication technologies in data analysis and evaluation, at least at the European Computer License Basic Level.
9) Has the ability to use at least one foreign language orally and in writing at B1 General Level in terms of European Language Portfolio criteria.
10) Has the awareness to respect social, cultural, and individual differences, universal and ethical values, and human rights in the scientific and professional activities that is included.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Has theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, computer, statistics, genetics and programming, that is essence to be proficient in bioinformatics and genetics. 3
2) Has the basic ability to remodel, evaluate or simulate the fundamental research subjects such as molecular cell biology, genetic structure of the living organisms and understanding the modelling of evolution by using computer-based approaches. 3
3) Has the knowledge and ability to identify scientific problems in the field of bioinfomatics and genetics, to design and conduct experiments independently in the laboratory and digital environment, to collect data, analyze, draw conclusions, interpret and present data in oral and written fashion. 3
4) Has the skills of effective communication, planning, and decision making by taking responsibility in individual or teamwork. 3
5) Has the ability to produce output and useful models that offer original, creative and innovative solutions to problems by using inquiring, productive and entrepreneurial features effectively. 3
6) Has the habitude to examine the field of bioinformatics and genetics or other subjects overlaping with these fields with analytical and critical point of view and to follow them throughout life. 3
7) Has the ability to identify social problems, to create solutions through interdisciplinary cooperation in national and international social and scientific arenas, or be a part of the solution. 3
8) Has the ability to use software programs and information and communication technologies in data analysis and evaluation, at least at the European Computer License Basic Level. 3
9) Has the ability to use at least one foreign language orally and in writing at B1 General Level in terms of European Language Portfolio criteria. 3
10) Has the awareness to respect social, cultural, and individual differences, universal and ethical values, and human rights in the scientific and professional activities that is included. 3

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 10 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
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 0 4 56
Homework Assignments 10 0 7 70
Midterms 1 0 1 1
Final 1 0 1 1
Total Workload 128