Bursa Uludağ Üniv. Zootekni ve Hayvan Besleme Bölümü / Genetik Anabilim Dalı, Görükle Kampüsü Nilüfer/BURSA E-mail: ocobanoglu@uludag.edu.tr Tel: 0 224 294 1241
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Website:
http://www.veteriner.uludag.edu.tr
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Objective of the Course:
This course covers definition, scope, usage and history of biotechnology to students; Giving information about traditional and modern biotechnology.
Biotechnology related fields, economic importance, situation in our country and in the world, application examples and opportunities in our country.
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Contribution of the Course to Professional Development
This course will provide students with the necessary information about the basic concepts of biotechnology and its applications during their professional development.
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Learning Outcomes:
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To explain the basic concepts of biotechnology
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To have general information about biotechnology usage areas and applications.;
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To have knowledge about biotechnological applications in the field of plant, animal, and medicine and to make observations and experiments on the subject when it is necessary.;
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To distinguish between modern biotechnology and traditional biotechnology.;
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To be able to search about biotechnology and to transfer the information obtained orally or in writing.;
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1.8 Be able to review and evaluate literature and presentations critically.;
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1.10 Use their professional capabilities to contribute to the advancement of veterinary
knowledge and One Health concept, in order to improve animal health and welfare, the quality
of animal care and veterinary public health.
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1.13 Demonstrate an ability of lifelong learning and a commitment to learning and professional
development. This includes recording and reflecting on professional experience and taking
measures to improve performance and competence.
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2.11 Principles of effective interpersonal interaction, including communication, leadership,
management and team working.
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Course Content:
Week
Theoretical
Practical
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What is Biotechnology? History of Biotechnology and Scope of Biotechnology
Definitions of Biotechnology; Traditional Biotechnology Applications
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Definitions of Biotechnology; Traditional Biotechnology Applications
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Modern Biotechnology Applications
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Genes and Genomes
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Recombinant DNA Technology
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Biotechnological Proteins
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Bioinformatics, DNA Fingerprint Technology
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Microbial Biotechnology
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Plant Biotechnology
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Enzyme Biotechnology, Restriction Enzymes and Restriction Mapping
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Medical Biotechnology, Forensic Biotechnology
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Genetic Modified Organisms, Gene Therapy
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Biotechnology Used in Food and Beverage Industry
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Biotechnology Regulations, Effects of Biotechnology on Humans and Ethical Issues
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Textbooks, References and/or Other Materials:
1. Türkiye’de Biyoteknoloji ve Toplumsal Kesimler / Profesyoneller Kentsel Tüketiciler Köylüler. Erbaş, H. ISBN: 978-975-482-773-6. Yayın Yeri. Ankara Yayın Evi: Ankara Üniversitesi Biyoteknoloi Enstitüsü Yayınları No.4. 2008. 2. Introduction to Biotechnology. Pathak, R. Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd. ISBN: 978-812-690-598-0, 2006. 3. Microbial Biotechnology Principles and Applications. Lee, Y.K. Edited by: National University of Singapore, Singapore. ISBN: 978-981-256-676-8, 2006. 4. Plant Biotechnology and Transgenic Plants. Edited by: Oksman-Caldentey K-M. and Barz W.H. CRC Press. ISBN: 978-082-470-794-1, 2002. 5. Biyoteknolojiye Giriş. Palladino M.A. and Thieman W.J. Çeviri: Tekeoğlu M. Palma Yayınları.
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Assesment
TERM LEARNING ACTIVITIES
NUMBER
PERCENT
Midterm Exam
1
30
Quiz
0
0
Homeworks, Performances
2
10
Final Exam
1
60
Total
4
100
Contribution of Term (Year) Learning Activities to Success Grade
40
Contribution of Final Exam to Success Grade
60
Total
100
Measurement and Evaluation Techniques Used in the Course
Exams of the course will be in the form of both classical and multiple choice questions.
Information
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ECTS / WORK LOAD TABLE
Activites
NUMBER
TIME [Hour]
Total WorkLoad [Hour]
Theoretical
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2
28
Practicals/Labs
0
0
0
Self Study and Preparation
1
14
14
Homeworks, Performances
2
0
0
Projects
0
0
0
Field Studies
0
0
0
Midtermexams
1
14
14
Others
2
7
14
Final Exams
1
20
20
Total WorkLoad
90
Total workload/ 30 hr
3
ECTS Credit of the Course
3
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CONTRIBUTION OF LEARNING OUTCOMES TO PROGRAMME QUALIFICATIONS
