Information Package

Speech and Language Therapy Program

DKT215

BIOMEDICAL AND BIOTECHNOLOGY

Course Code
DKT215
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
2 + 0
ECTS
3
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. It defines the scope of biomedical engineering.
  2. It classifies the materials and sensors used in the biomedical field.
  3. It summarizes interventions in molecular biology and genetics related to speech and language disorders.
  4. It explains physiological signals using tables.
  5. It lists medical imaging systems.
  6. It reports on the contribution of biomedical solutions used in speech therapy to the field.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThe course aims to be knowledgeable about medical technologies used to create new organisms or make changes using living organisms and microorganisms.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to Biomedical Engineering
2nd Week Fundamental Areas of Biomedical Engineering
3rd Week Materials Used
4th Week Materials Used
5th Week Molecular Biology
6th Week Genetics
7th Week Drug Delivery Systems
8th Week Midterm Exam
9th Week Biomechanics
10th Week Physiological Signals (EKG, EEG, EMG)
11th Week Physiological Signals (EOG, ENG)
12th Week Medical Imaging Systems
13th Week Biomedical Solutions Used in Speech Therapy I
14th Week Biomedical Solutions Used in Speech Therapy II
15th Week Feedbacks
Recommended or Required ReadingAtkinson, M., & McHanwell, S. (2002). Basic medical science for speech and language therapy students. London: Whurr.

Course notes
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Case Study
  • Problem Solving
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 12 2 24
Preparation for Final exam 1 20 20
Course hours 15 2 30
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 12 12
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework
Total Work Load90
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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