| Course Objectives: |
To learn the tools and methods used in general microbiology. To recognize the general characteristics of microorganisms that cause disease in humans, to have information about the ways of transmission and protection, and to evaluate the diseases they cause. |
| Course Content: |
This course includes History of Microorganisms, Classification of Microorganisms, Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cell Structures, Growth and Multiplication of Microorganisms, Bacterial Morphology, Physiology and Nutrition, Sterilization and Disinfection Methods, Morphology and Physiology of Viruses, Fungi (Molds and Yeasts), Morphology and Physiology of Parasites, Nutrition and Microbiome, Effects of Microorganisms on Health and Industry, Immunity and Immune Response, Disease Factors and Control; Includes topics. |
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History and Classification of Microorganisms |
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Growth and Multiplication of Microorganisms |
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Morphology, Physiology and Nutrition of Bacteria |
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Fungi (Molds and Yeasts) |
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Morphology, Physiology, Reproduction and Disease Factors of Viruses |
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Morphology, Physiology, Reproduction and Disease Factors of Parasites |
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Normal flora, basic concepts of infectious diseases, infection chain and steps
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MIDTERM EXAM |
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Sterilization and Disinfection Methods |
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Effects of Bacteria on Health and Industry |
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Nutrition and Microbiome |
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Effects of Fungi on Health and Industry |
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Effects of Viruses on Health and Industry |
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Immunity and Immune Response |
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| Course Notes / Textbooks: |
1. Levinson, W. (2009). Tıbbi Mikrobiyoloji ve İmmünoloji, Güneş Tıp Kitapevi
2. Tünger, A. Çavuşoğlu, C. Korkmaz, M. (2005). Asya Mikrobiyoloji, Asya Tıp
Kitapevi, İzmir. |
| References: |
1. Levinson, W. (2009). Tıbbi Mikrobiyoloji ve İmmünoloji, Güneş Tıp Kitapevi
2. Tünger, A. Çavuşoğlu, C. Korkmaz, M. (2005). Asya Mikrobiyoloji, Asya Tıp
Kitapevi, İzmir. |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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To have the knowledge and skills to access scientific and current information specific to the field of nursing, and to evaluate the accuracy, validity and reliability of the information. |
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To be able to provide culturally sensitive nursing care to the individual, family and society with a holistic and systematic approach by using theoretical, evidence-based and applied knowledge in the field of nursing, to evaluate and record the effect of the care given. |
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To be able to use information and care technologies in nursing education, practices, research and management. |
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To be able to respect human rights and dignity in nursing education, practice, research and management and to act in accordance with relevant legislation, professional values and ethical principles. |
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Ability to work collaboratively with members of the healthcare team and other disciplines. |
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To be able to fulfill the responsibility of producing scientific knowledge specific to nursing by taking part in research. |
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To be able to use at least one foreign language at a level to reach scientific information and communicate effectively. |
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To be able to adopt a lifelong learning approach in personal and professional development. |
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Being an example to his colleagues and society with his professional identity. |
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To be able to use critical thinking skills, effective communication techniques and scientific problem solving approach in their professional practice. |
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