Information Package

Master's of Biotechnology with Thesis

BTE529

MOLECULER BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR ENGINEERS

Course Code
BTE529
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. Have knowledge on biotechnological products, process concepts and principles.
  2. Understand the basic principles and applications of genetic manipulation in biotechnology.
  3. Have knowledge on different cell types and their products.
  4. Understand omic technologies and their applications.
  5. Understand basic principles of bioremediation and biomass utilization.
  6. Discuss current applications of molecular biotechnology in social, ethical and legal perspectives.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNo
Course DescriptionWithin the scope of this course; Biotechnological products, production concepts and processes, Basic principles of genetic manipulation and application areas in biotechnology, Different cell types and products, Omics technologies and application areas, Basic principles of bioremediation and biomass utilization, Current applications of molecular biotechnology are explained.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Biotechnology Market and Biotechnological Products
2nd Week Basic Principles of Biotechnological Processes
3rd Week Bioreactors and Cellular Production Principles
4th Week Biomolecular Principles from Gene to Protein
5th Week Basic Principles of Molecular Cloning and Gene Engineering
6th Week Recombinant DNA Technology and Heterologous Protein Production
7th Week Gene Transfer into Cells and Transgenic Organisms
8th Week Midterm Exam Week
9th Week Protein Engineering and Protein Therapeutics
10th Week Hybridoma Technology and Monoclonal Antibody Production
11th Week Omics Technologies
12th Week Bioremediation and Biomass Utilization
13th Week Society, Ethics and Legal Regulations
14th Week Presentations
15th Week
Recommended or Required ReadingIntroduction to Biotechnology (3rd Edition). William J. Thieman, Michael A. Palladino, Benjamin Cummings Press, 2012.
Molecular Biotechnology, Principles and Applications of Recombinant DNA. Bernard R. Glick, Jack J. Pasternak, ASM Press, Washington, D.C., 2009.
Principles of Gene Manipulation and Genomics, 7th Edition, Sandy B. Primrose, Richard Twyman, Wiley-Blackwell, 2006.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 20
Assignment 1 10
Other 1 25
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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