FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Department of Genetics and Bioengineering

GBE 315 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name
Microbial Genetics and Biotechnology
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
GBE 315
Fall
2
2
3
5

Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Required
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Group Work
Problem Solving
Application: Experiment / Laboratory / Workshop
Lecture / Presentation
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s)
Course Objectives This course will examine growth and characteristics of microorganisms along with wild type and recombinant microorganisms which are used in biotechnological applications such as in food, medical and environmental industries.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • 1. Describe microbial nutrition and effective factors on microbial growth and fermentation
  • 2. Define various uses of microorganisms in biotechnological applications
  • 3. Define plasmids, restriction enzymes and describe the bacterial mechanisms of recombinant DNA technology along with their applications
  • 4. Discuss use of microorganisms to improve current biotechnological industrial processes
  • 5. Gain practical skills in fundamental microbiological techniques such as aseptic techniques, culture handling, preparation of media
  • 6. Analyze the practical application results by designing experiments to examine the growth parameters of microorganisms.
Course Description This course covers microbial metabolism, fermentation, environmental factors that influence microorganisms, plasmids, restriction enzymes, antibiotics, recombinant DNA technology and biotechnological applications.

 



Course Category

Core Courses
X
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 microbial biotechnology/Lab introduction Kun Lee, Yuan. Microbial Biotechnology: Principles and Applications, World Scientific Publishing Company, ISBN-13 978-981-256-676-8, 2013 - Part I Chapter 1
2 Microbial cells/Lab introduction Microbial Biotechnology: Principles and Applications - Part I Chapter 1
3 Plasmids and restriction enzymes /Lab practice Microbial Biotechnology: Principles and Applications - Part I Chapter 4
4 Plasmids and restriction enzymes-Recitation/Lab practice The New Microbiology: From Microbiomes to CRISPR, Part I Chapter 5
5 Recombinant DNA Technology /Lab practice The New Microbiology: From Microbiomes to CRISPR, Part I Chapter 4
6 Microbial metabolism and fermentation /Lab practice The New Microbiology: From Microbiomes to CRISPR, Part I Chapter 4
7 Environmental factors that influence microorganisms /Lab practice The New Microbiology: From Microbiomes to CRISPR, Part IV Chapter 17
8 Screening for Microbial Products and Antibiotic Resistance/Lab practice Microbial Biotechnology: Principles and Applications – Part III
9 Midterm Exam
10 Introduction to Bioprocess Technology/Lab practice Microbial Biotechnology: Principles and Applications – Part IV
11 Bacteria: Old and New Health Tools/Lab practice (designed by students) The New Microbiology: From Microbiomes to CRISPR, Part IV Chapter 18
12 Bacteria as Environmental Tools/Lab practice (designed by students) The New Microbiology: From Microbiomes to CRISPR, Part IV Chapter 19
13 Group presentations/Lab make-up Articles
14 Group presentations/Lab exam Articles
15 Review of the semester
16 Final Exam

 

Course Notes/Textbooks

Kun Lee, Yuan. Microbial Biotechnology: Principles and Applications, World Scientific Publishing Company, ISBN-13 978-981-256-676-8, 2013 .

Suggested Readings/Materials

Microbiology: A system's Approach, Third Edition by Marjorie Kelly Cowan, Miami University. ISBN: 007352252. McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math

Microbiology: Pearson New International Edition: A Laboratory Manual, 10/E by James Cappuccino&Natalie Sherman. ISBN-13: 9781292040394

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
1
30
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
1
15
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm
1
25
Final Exam
1
30
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
3
70
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
30
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Theoretical Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
32
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)
16
2
32
Study Hours Out of Class
14
1
14
Field Work
0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
0
Portfolio
0
Homework / Assignments
0
Presentation / Jury
1
15
15
Project
0
Seminar / Workshop
0
Oral Exam
0
Midterms
1
27
27
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.

X
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.

X
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.

X
6

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

X
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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