Information Package

Master's of Biotechnology with Thesis

BTE505

BIOTECHNOLOGY AND DRUG DEVELOPMENT

Course Code
BTE505
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
10
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelMaster's Degree With Thesis
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS10
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Learn concepts of natural, synthetic, and semi-synthetic bioactive compounds, principles of extracting natural bioactive compounds, and biotechnology approaches in bioactive compound modification.
  2. Understand basic strategies in development of targeted new molecules with known indications, biosimilar concept, good laboratory and manufacture practices.
  3. Recognize strategies and applications from research and development phase to an authorized drug formulation.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNo
Course DescriptionWithin the scope of this course; Definitions of natural, synthetic and semi-synthetic bioactive components, basic principles of obtaining bioactive components of natural origin and biotechnological approaches in the modification of bioactive components, basic approaches in the development of new molecules targeted for indications, the concept of biosimilars, and good laboratory and production practices are explained.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction and Basic Concepts
2nd Week Concepts of natural, synthetic, and semi-synthetic bioactive compounds
3rd Week Principles of extracting natural bioactive compounds
4th Week Biotechnology approaches in bioactive compound modification Pharmaceutical Applications
5th Week Basic strategies in development of targeted new molecules with known indications
6th Week Literature discussions
7th Week Biosimilar concept
8th Week MIDTERM
9th Week Drug Formulations
10th Week GLP and GMP Concepts
11th Week Phase Studies
12th Week Patent Issues
13th Week Recognition of Developed Drugs by Health Authorities
14th Week Student presentations
Recommended or Required ReadingModern Literature. / Update literature covering the studies in the area.
Molecular Biotechnology, Principles and Applications of Recombinant DNA. Bernard R. Glick, Jack J. Pasternak, ASM Press, Washington, D.C., 2009.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 35
Assignment 1 20
Total(%) 55
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 55
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 45
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 84 84
Preparation for Quiz 1 16 16
Individual or group work 0 0 0
Preparation for Final exam 1 24 24
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 11 11
Laboratory (including preparation) 0 0 0
Final exam 1 96 96
Homework 1 12 12
Project 1 12 12
Total Work Load297
Total Work Load / 30 (h)9.9
ECTS Credit of the Course10
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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