FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Department of Genetics and Bioengineering

FE 332 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name
Biochemistry
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
FE 332
Fall/Spring
3
0
3
5

Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Service Course
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Discussion
Q&A
Lecture / Presentation
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives To understand chemical structure and metabolism of fundamental biomolecules, their conversion to metabolic energy, biochemical reactions, DNA replication and the flow of genetic material in living organisms.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Identify fundamental biological molecules.
  • Explain carbohydrate, lipid and protein mechanisms.
  • Discuss fundamentals of enzyme kinetics and biochemical reactions.
  • Describe energy synthesis.
  • Compare the flow of genetic material in living organisms.
Course Description The structure and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins, enzyme kinetics, energy synthesis in living organisms, DNA replication and repair,the flow of genetic material.

 



Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Management Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Related Preparation
1 Introduction to Biochemistry Biochemistry
2 Biomolecules 1: Amino Acids, Proteins Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter 3
3 Biomolecules 2: Amino Acids, Proteins and Nucleic Acids Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter 8
4 Biomolecules 3: Sugars and Polysaccharides Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter 7
5 Biomolecules 4: Lipids and Membranes Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter 10
6 Structure of Enzymes, Enzyme-Substrate Relationship Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter 6
7 Structure of Water Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter
8 Carbohydrate Metabolism Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter
9 Glycolysis, Citric Acid Cycle Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter 15
10 Oxidative Phosphorylation Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter 16
11 Oxidation of Fatty Acids Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter 20
12 Synthesis of Fats Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter 17
13 Oxidation of Aminoacids, Synthesis of Aminoacids Principles of Biochemistry, 4th Edition-Chapter 21
14 Student presentations
15 Semester Review
16 Final Exam

 

Course Notes/Textbooks Biochemistry, 4th Edition. by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet . Wiley. ISBN : 978-0-470-57095-Biochemistry, 4th Edition. by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet . Wiley. ISBN : 978-0-470-57095-1.
Suggested Readings/Materials

Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, 6e. by David L. Nelson, Michael M. Cox.

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
30
Presentation / Jury
1
30
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm
Final Exam
1
40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
2
60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
40
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Theoretical Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
3
48
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)
16
0
Study Hours Out of Class
14
2
28
Field Work
0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
0
Portfolio
0
Homework / Assignments
2
12
24
Presentation / Jury
1
20
20
Project
0
Seminar / Workshop
0
Oral Exam
0
Midterms
0
Final Exam
1
30
30
    Total
150

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Genetics and Bioengineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

2

To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Genetics and Bioengineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

3

To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.

4

To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in Genetics and Bioengineering applications; to be able to use information technologies effectively.

5

To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Genetics and Bioengineering research topics.

6

To be able to work efficiently in Genetics and Bioengineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.

7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.

8

To have knowledge about global and social impact of Genetics and Bioengineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of Genetics and Bioengineering solutions.

9

To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in Genetics and Bioengineering applications.

10

To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.

11

To be able to collect data in the area of Genetics and Bioengineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language.

12

To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.

13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Genetics and Bioengineering.

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest

 


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