Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University Course Catalogue
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| Year/Semester of Study | 4 / Spring Semester | ||||
| Level of Course | 1st Cycle Degree Programme | ||||
| Type of Course | Optional | ||||
| Department | BIOLOGY | ||||
| Pre-requisities and Co-requisites | None | ||||
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face | ||||
| Teaching Period | 14 Weeks | ||||
| Name of Lecturer | SEVİL SUNGUR (sevilsungur@nevsehir.edu.tr) | ||||
| Name of Lecturer(s) | |||||
| Language of Instruction | Turkish | ||||
| Work Placement(s) | None | ||||
| Objectives of the Course | |||||
| To teach basic information about the structure and function of chromosomes and methods of chromosome analysis | |||||
| Learning Outcomes | PO | MME | |
| The students who succeeded in this course: | |||
| LO-1 | can say basic information about the related subject |
PO-1 Understand the basic concepts regarding the biology programs |
Examination |
| LO-2 | can make practical studies about the related subjects |
PO-4 Have the skills to define, model and solve the biological problems in the field of Biology and related fields |
Examination |
| LO-3 | can solve simple problems about related studies |
PO-9 Are able to express themselves in verbal and written communication having the ability to work individually, take initiatives and make their own decisions |
Examination |
| LO-4 | can explain the basic information about chromosome study techniques |
PO-1 Understand the basic concepts regarding the biology programs PO-2 Transfer and adapt what they have acquired in the field of Biology to other disciplines PO-4 Have the skills to define, model and solve the biological problems in the field of Biology and related fields PO-5 Are dedicated to improve themselves by keeping abreast of the developments in science, technology and modern topics PO-6 Are able to assess and evaluate the data making use of the advanced knowledge and skills that they have acquired in the field, to define and analyze the issues connected with current technological developments finding ways to offer solutions to those issues based on the researched and evidence PO-7 Are able to use the modern techniques and devices necessary for the current practices in the field of Biology PO-8 Are able to collaborate both intra- and interdisciplinary by planning and managing the activities regarding the development of the members subordinate to them PO-9 Are able to express themselves in verbal and written communication having the ability to work individually, take initiatives and make their own decisions |
Examination |
| PO: Programme Outcomes MME:Method of measurement & Evaluation |
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| Course Contents | ||
| Developments in the science of cytogenetics, Structure and function of chromosomes, chromosome analysis methods, some staining and banding techniques | ||
| Weekly Course Content | ||
| Week | Subject | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
| 1 | The structure and shape of chromosomes | Explanation |
| 2 | The structure and shape of chromosomes | Explanation |
| 3 | Basic chromosomal irregularities | Explanation |
| 4 | The effect of the environment to the chromosomes | Explanation |
| 5 | Mutation and mutagens | Explanation |
| 6 | Genetic variation | Explanation |
| 7 | Mitosis and meiosis | Explanation |
| 8 | mid-term exam | |
| 9 | Determination of metacentric, submetacentric, subtelocentric and acrocentric chromosomes | Explanation |
| 10 | Chemicals used in the process of karyotype and its preparation | Explanation |
| 11 | Karyotype process | Explanation |
| 12 | Evaluation of results | Explanation |
| 13 | Chromosome painting techniques | Explanation |
| 14 | C-banding, G-banding, R-banding, Q banding | Explanation |
| 15 | NOR staining, FISH technique | Explanation |
| 16 | final exam | |
| Recommend Course Book / Supplementary Book/Reading | ||
| 1 | John R. Gosden, Chromosome Analysis Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology), 1994, Humana Press, 508 pages | |
| Required Course instruments and materials | ||
| John R. Gosden, Chromosome Analysis Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology), 1994, Humana Press, 508 pages | ||
| Assessment Methods | |||
| Type of Assessment | Week | Hours | Weight(%) |
| mid-term exam | 8 | 2 | 40 |
| Other assessment methods | |||
| 1.Oral Examination | |||
| 2.Quiz | |||
| 3.Laboratory exam | |||
| 4.Presentation | |||
| 5.Report | |||
| 6.Workshop | |||
| 7.Performance Project | |||
| 8.Term Paper | |||
| 9.Project | |||
| final exam | 16 | 2 | 60 |
| Student Work Load | |||
| Type of Work | Weekly Hours | Number of Weeks | Work Load |
| Weekly Course Hours (Theoretical+Practice) | 2 | 14 | 28 |
| Outside Class | |||
| a) Reading | 2 | 14 | 28 |
| b) Search in internet/Library | 0 | ||
| c) Performance Project | 0 | ||
| d) Prepare a workshop/Presentation/Report | 0 | ||
| e) Term paper/Project | 0 | ||
| Oral Examination | 0 | ||
| Quiz | 0 | ||
| Laboratory exam | 0 | ||
| Own study for mid-term exam | 3 | 5 | 15 |
| mid-term exam | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Own study for final exam | 3 | 5 | 15 |
| final exam | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 0 | |||
| 0 | |||
| Total work load; | 90 | ||