Information Package

Program of Molecular Biology and Genetics (English)

MBGE462

PLANT MOLECULAR BIOLOGY STUDIES

Course Code
MBGE462
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
1 + 4
ECTS
10
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS10
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Gain experimental knowledge and skills by applying fundamental laboratory techniques used in the field of plant molecular biology.
  2. Become knowledgeable and skilled in the design, optimization, and development of experimental methods.
  3. Achieve competence in analyzing, evaluating experimental data, and interpreting results.
  4. Work independently or in teams to manage a research project from planning to execution, demonstrating time management and organizational skills.
  5. Prepare a project report and poster to present research objectives, methodologies, results, and conclusions.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNo
Course DescriptionThis course aims to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and skills regarding experimental processes in the field of plant molecular biology. The course content includes laboratory preparations, teaching fundamental experimental methods such as plant DNA, RNA, and protein isolation, optimization of experiments, and analysis and interpretation of obtained results. At the end of the term, students will present their projects verbally and prepare posters for their presentations.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Literature review to support the experimental approach
2nd Week Literature review to support the experimental approach
3rd Week Planning the experimental setup and selecting appropriate techniques
4th Week Planning the experimental setup and selecting appropriate techniques
5th Week Conducting the experiments
6th Week Conducting the experiments
7th Week Conducting the experiments
8th Week Conducting the experiments
9th Week Conducting the experiments
10th Week Analyzing experimental data and performing statistical analysis when necessary
11th Week Analyzing experimental data and performing statistical analysis when necessary
12th Week Writing the project report
13th Week Writing the project report
14th Week Preparing posters and oral presentations
Recommended or Required ReadingRecently published research or review articles related to plant molecular biology
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Experiment
  • Report Preparation
  • Project
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Practice 14 30
Presentation of Case Study 1 30
Other 1 40
Total(%) 100
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 100
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 0
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours 14 1 14
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation) 14 4 56
Final exam
Homework
Project 1 50 50
Meeting with advisor 14 2 28
Experiment design 1 10 10
Research 1 10 10
Literature review 14 3 42
Optimizing procedures 1 20 20
Report writing 1 15 15
Analyzing the results 1 20 20
Weekly Articles and Resource Research 14 2.5 35
Total Work Load300
Total Work Load / 30 (h)10
ECTS Credit of the Course10
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
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