GBE212 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: GBE212
Course Name: Biotransport
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 6
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 ÖZGE ACAR
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi HUMBAT AHMEDOV
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to give information about transport phenomena in biological systems, to analyze momentum, mass and heat transfer laws and to learn how to apply these laws to biological systems.
Course Content: Momentum, mass and heat transport, fluid transport in circulation, factors affecting blood flow, applications of Bernoulli's equivalence in biological systems, diffusion and convection, biochemical reactions and interactions, heat transfer in biological systems

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Describe the basic principles of momentum, mass and heat transfer. Will be able to compare momentum, mass and heat transfers at molecular and macroscopic levels Will be able to derive continuity equations that define the conservation of mass Will be able to explain the transport processes in biological systems. Use basic principles to solve problems in physiological systems.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to biotransport
2) Conservation and momentum balances
3) Applications of momentum transfer
4) Fluid transport in circulation; relationships regarding fluid transport and preservation
5) Fundamentals of mass transport and conservation laws
6) Diffusion and convection
7) Transport in porous media
8) Mass transfer and biochemical interactions
9) Midterm Exam
10) Cell adhesion
11) Drug and macromolecule transport in solid tumors
12) Heat transfer mechanisms and energy conservation
13) Energy transfer in biological systems
14) Presentations of the Projects
15) Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: R. Byron Bird, Warren E. Stewart, Edwin N. Lightfoot 'Transport Phenomena' John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Second Edition, 2002.

Datta, AK. Biological and Bioenvironmental Heat and Mass Transfer, 2002.
References: R. Byron Bird, Warren E. Stewart, Edwin N. Lightfoot 'Transport Phenomena' John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Second Edition, 2002.

Datta, AK. Biological and Bioenvironmental Heat and Mass Transfer, 2002.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

1

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.
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.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Individual study and homework
Lesson
Problem Solving
Project preparation

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
Project 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 45
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 55
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 45
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 16 10 160
Project 2 9 18
Midterms 1 10 10
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 191