VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
Department of Laboratory Technology (Turkish)
MLBT 108 | Course Introduction and Application Information
Course Name |
General Microbiology
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Code
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Semester
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Theory
(hour/week) |
Application/Lab
(hour/week) |
Local Credits
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ECTS
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MLBT 108
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Spring
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2
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2
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3
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4
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Prerequisites |
None
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Course Language |
Turkish
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Course Type |
Required
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Course Level |
Short Cycle
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Mode of Delivery | - | |||||
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course | - | |||||
Course Coordinator | ||||||
Course Lecturer(s) | ||||||
Assistant(s) | - |
Course Objectives | The aim of this course is to teach basic microbiological concepts and principles to the students. |
Learning Outcomes |
The students who succeeded in this course;
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Course Description | This course covers microbiological entry, prokaryotic cell biology, microbial nutrition, metabolism of microorganisms, physical needs of microorganisms, control of microorganisms, examination of some biotechnologically important bacteria and archea groups. |
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Core Courses |
X
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Major Area Courses | ||
Supportive Courses | ||
Media and Management Skills Courses | ||
Transferable Skill Courses |
WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES
Week | Subjects | Related Preparation |
1 | Introduction to Microbiology / Safety Precautions in Microbiology Laboratory and Promotion of Laboratory | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 1/1 |
2 | Cleaning and Sterilization of Used Laboratory Materials | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 1/2 ve Section 1/3 |
3 | Nutrient Varieties / Identification of Factors Affecting Microbial Growth and Preparation of Bacteriological Culture Mediums | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 1/4 |
4 | Classification and Nomenclature of Microorganisms / Microscope Usage / Direct Preparation Preparation and Investigation | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 1/4 |
5 | Pure Culture Handling / Sowing Methods / Characteristics of Bacteria and Arcs / Inoculum, Inoculation Culture Preparation and Application of Sowing Methods | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 1/4 |
6 | Fungi Properties / Application of Inoculum, İnoculation Culture Preparation and Sowing Methods | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 1/5 |
7 | Determination of the Number of Microorganisms and Biomass Measurement | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 1/6 |
8 | Growth pattern of microorganisms | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 1/6 |
9 | Midterm | |
10 | Some biotechnologically important groups of microorganisms / | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 1/6 |
11 | Biochemical Tests Used in Microbiology | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 5 Waites M.J., Morgan, N.L., Rockey, J.S., Higton, G., "Endüstriyel Mikrobiyolojiye Giriş" Palme Yayıncılık, (2015) Section 2 ve Section 3 |
12 | Microbial Reproduction and Growth Control | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006) Section 5 |
13 | Moisture and Ash content | Waites M.J., Morgan, N.L., Rockey, J.S., Higton, G., "Endüstriyel Mikrobiyolojiye Giriş" Palme Yayıncılık, (2015) Section 2 ve Section 3 |
14 | Microbial Molecular Biology and Genetics / DNA Isolation | Waites M.J., Morgan, N.L., Rockey, J.S., Higton, G., "Endüstriyel Mikrobiyolojiye Giriş" Palme Yayıncılık, (2015). |
15 | Evaluation of the term | |
16 | Final |
Course Notes/Textbooks | Madigan, M. T. Martinko, J. M., Parker, J., “Brock Mikroorganizmaların Biyolojisi”, Pearson Education, Palme Yayıncılık (2006). |
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Suggested Readings/Materials |
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EVALUATION SYSTEM
Semester Activities | Number | Weigthing |
Participation |
1
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10
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Laboratory / Application |
1
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25
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Field Work | ||
Quizzes / Studio Critiques | ||
Portfolio | ||
Homework / Assignments | ||
Presentation / Jury | ||
Project | ||
Seminar / Workshop | ||
Oral Exams | ||
Midterm |
1
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30
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Final Exam |
1
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35
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Total |
Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade |
3
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65
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Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade |
1
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35
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Total |
ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE
Semester Activities | Number | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
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Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours) |
16
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2
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32
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Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours) |
16
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2
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32
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Study Hours Out of Class |
16
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2
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32
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Field Work |
0
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Quizzes / Studio Critiques |
0
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Portfolio |
0
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Homework / Assignments |
0
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Presentation / Jury |
0
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Project |
0
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Seminar / Workshop |
0
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Oral Exam |
0
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Midterms |
1
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12
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12
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Final Exam |
1
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12
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12
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Total |
120
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COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP
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Program Competencies/Outcomes |
* Contribution Level
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1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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1 | To have knowledge on theories, concepts, methods and tools which are the basis of Laboratory Technology. |
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2 | To be able to synthesize, analyze, interpret, question, criticize and follow professional legal regulations. |
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3 | To be able to use the theoretical knowledge acquired in the field of application and improve solutions for problems. |
X | ||||
4 | To be able to work effectively as an individual and on multidisciplinary teams and use them in the working environment. |
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5 | To be able to use computer programs and information and communication technologies at the level required by his/her profession. |
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6 | To be aware of the necessity of lifelong learning, monitor developments in science and technology and constantly renew itself. |
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7 | To be able to have a professional and ethical responsibility. |
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8 | To be able to have the ability to communicate effectively in Turkish both oral and written. |
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9 | To be able to monitor the developments in the field and to communicate with colleagues by using English at least at a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level. |
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10 | To be able to know the concepts of work safety, environmental protection, quality and fulfill their requirements. |
X |
*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest