GBE312 BiotransportIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Genetics and Bioengineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Genetics and Bioengineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: GBE312
Course Name: Biotransport
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 5
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
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 : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ASLI ERGÜN
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: This course is an introduction to momentum and heat transport in medical and biological systems. Examines how differential and control-volume analyses produce ordinary and partial differential equations, and develops solution methods using analytical and computational techniques.
Course Content: Importance of Transfer in Biological Systems
Enzyme Kinetics
Chemical Reactions and Mechanisms
Mass Transport in Biological Systems
Diffusion
Fluid Kinematics
Viscosity and momentum
Mass Conservation and Navier-Stokes Equations
Fluid Flow
Number of Reynolds
Heat Transfer

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) • Understand conservation of mass, momentum and energy as applied to the flow of heat and fluids • Derive appropriate conservation equations, select boundary conditions, and apply analytical techniques to solve flow and heat problems in biological systems • Specify characteristics of fluid and thermal components in bio/medical systems
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1)
2.1) Problem solving
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) • Identify the importance of transport processes to the function of living systems
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Biotransfer Chapter 1 (pp. 1-11(
2) Importance of Transport in Biological Systems Chapter 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 (pp. 1-11)
3) Chemical Equations and Reaction Mechanisms Chapter 10 (pp. 451-467)
4) Enzym Kinetics Chapter 10 (pp. 467-574)
5) Mass Transport in Biological Systems Chapter 6 (pp. 257-266)
6) Diffusion Chapter 6. (pp. 266-282)
7) MIDTERM EXAM
8) Intracellular and Intercellular Transfer, Physiological Transfer Systems Chapter 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7 (pp. 11-50)
9) Fluid Kinematics Chapter 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 (pp. 53-74)
10) Viscosity and Momentum Balances Chapter 2.5, 2.6, 2.7 (pp. 74-102)
11) Rheology and Blood Flow Chapter 2.8 (pp. 102-117)
12) Conservation of Mass and the Navier-Stokes equations Chapter 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, (pp.118-134)
13) Fluid Flow Chapter 3.4, 3.5 (pp. 134-151)
14) Reynolds Number Chapter 3.6 (pp.151, 166)
15) FINAL EXAM

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Transport Phenomena in Biological Systems 2nd Edition
George A. Truskey, Fan Yuan, David F. Katz
References: Transport Phenomena, 2nd Edition
R. Byron Bird, Warren E. Stewart, Edwin N. Lightfoot
©2002 | John Wiley & Sons | ISBN: 0-471-41077-2

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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3

Program Outcomes
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the universal and social health, environmental and safety effects of engineering applications and the ways in which contemporary problems are reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems. 1
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 1
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.) 1
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively. 1
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions. 1
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal. 1
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the universal and social health, environmental and safety effects of engineering applications and the ways in which contemporary problems are reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Lesson
Homework
Problem Solving
Project preparation
Q&A / Discussion
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment etc.)

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Individual Project

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 15 % 5
Homework Assignments 5 % 25
Project 1 % 40
Midterms 1 % 30
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 100
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK %
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 26 338
Project 1 10 10
Homework Assignments 5 5 25
Midterms 1 2 2
Total Workload 375