GBE412 Interdisciplinary BioengineeringIstanbul 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: GBE412
Course Name: Interdisciplinary Bioengineering
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 7
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 SEVDA MERT
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ELİF KUBAT ÖKTEM
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: To provide students with an interdisciplinary bioengineering perspective and to enhance that perspective.
Course Content: It is aimed to combine bioengineering discipline with other disciplines such as molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, neurobiology, evolutionary biology, structural biology, cell biology, immunology, developmental biology, cancer biology, stem cell biology and biophysics via reading, examining, analyzing and discussing popular novel papers in order to be a bioengineer with an interdisciplinary point of view.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) To explain and discuss what bioengineers do in their professional activities
2) To understand the fundamental principles used by bioengineers in cellular and molecular biotechnology, biomaterials, tissue engineering, biomechanics and biomedical imaging
3) To explain the developing profession of bioengineering in modern era
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) To explain ethics principles and describe the complex legal issues
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Midterm Exam – I (PRESENTATION I) -
1) • Syllabus • Introduction of interdisciplinary bioengineering • Describe worldwide development of bioengineering • Define career opportunities of bioengineers • Describe relation of different bioengineering disciplines • Describe the subdivisions within bioengineering -
2) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
3) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
4) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
5) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
6) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
7) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
9) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
10) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
11) 2.Ara Sınav (2.SUNUM) -
12) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
13) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
14) Review of a scientific article about interdisciplinary bioengineering. -
15) Final Exam (FINAL PRESENTATION) -

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Scientific Papers
References: Güncel bilimsel makaleler

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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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

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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.
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. 1
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. 1
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. 1

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

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

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Laboratory 6 % 20
Quizzes 10 % 15
Midterms 1 % 15
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 15 3 45
Midterms 2 2 4
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 51