Istanbul Health and Technology University INFORMATION PACKAGE / COURSE CATALOGUE
| Molecular Biology and Genetics | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
Course General Introduction Information
| Course Code: | MBG311 | ||||
| Course Name: | Biointerprise | ||||
| Course Semester: |
Fall |
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| Course Requirement: | |||||
| Does the Course Require Work Experience?: | No | ||||
| Type of course: | Area Ellective | ||||
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| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face | ||||
| Course Coordinator : | Dr.Öğr.Üyesi EBUZER KALYONCU | ||||
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi EBUZER KALYONCU |
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Course Purpose and Content
| Course Objectives: | This course examines the concepts and practical aspects of biopreneurship, focusing on the content presented in the book "Step Bioentrepreneurship: A Roadmap for Biotechnology Entrepreneurs and Investors". Students will learn about the basics of biopreneurship, the process of creating and managing biotechnology ventures, and the role of investors in the biotechnology industry. Through lectures, case studies, and assignments, students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed as biopreneurs or investors in the biotechnology industry. |
| Course Content: | 1. Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Biotechnology 2. Entrepreneurship in Biotechnology and Life Sciences 3. Business and Product Development Processes in Biotechnology 4. Biotechnological Drug Market 5. Innovation in Life Sciences 6. Developing a business idea 7. What is a Business Plan and How to Prepare it 8. How to Have a Good 'Pitch' in Finding Investments 9. Roadmap |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) It is aimed to provide the following basic achievements with the determined course content; - Understand the basic concepts and theories of biopreneurship - Exploring the steps involved in establishing and managing biotechnology startups. - Learn about challenges and opportunities in the biotechnology industry - Analyze successful biotechnology startup case studies and learn from real-world examples - Develop skills to evaluate biotechnology investment opportunities and create business plans - Promote critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork skills in the context of biopreparation |
Course Flow Plan
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | 1. Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Biotechnology | |
| 2) | 2. Entrepreneurship in Biotechnology and Life Sciences | |
| 3) | 3. Business and Product Development Processes in Biotechnology | |
| 4) | 4. Biotechnological Drug Market | |
| 5) | 5. Innovation in Life Sciences | |
| 6) | 6. Developing a business idea | |
| 7) | 7. What is a Business Plan and How to Prepare it | |
| 8) | 8. Preparing a Business Plan | |
| 9) | 9. Preparing a Business Plan | |
| 10) | 10. How to Have a Good 'Pitch' in Finding Investments | |
| 11) | 11. Roadmap | |
| 12) | Presentations | |
| 13) | Presentations | |
| 14) | Presentations |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | |
| References: | 1. Adım Adım Biyogirişimcilik: Biyoteknoloji Girişimci ve Yatırımcılarına Yol Haritası (Editör Sevgi Salman Ünver, Işıl Aksan Kurnaz, 2019) 1. Bioentrepreneurship Step by Step: Roadmap for Biotechnology Entrepreneurs and Investors (Editor Sevgi Salman Ünver, Işıl Aksan Kurnaz, 2019) |
Course - Learning Outcome Relationship
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Medium | 3 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Having knowledge and understanding of Molecular Biology and Genetics subjects, established on competencies gained in previous education and supported by using course books containing latest information, application tools and other scientific literature. | 1 |
| 2) | Students can integrate knowledge and skills from molecular biology and genetics courses and can acquire further knowledge according to their own interests. | 1 |
| 3) | Students acquire practical skills in fundamental molecular biology and genetics techniques. | 1 |
| 4) | Ability of proposing solutions in unexpected, complicated situations on applications of Molecular Biology and Genetics by claiming responsibility individually or as a part of a team. | 3 |
| 5) | Competency in planning academic studies on Molecular Biology and Genetics and carrying out these studies individually or collectively. | 2 |
| 6) | Students can develop ability to analyse and interpret experimental data obtained in a laboratory setting statistically. | 1 |
| 7) | Sufficient foreign language knowledge for communication between colleagues and following literature on Molecular Biology and Genetics. | 2 |
| 8) | Students can use computational technologies to analyse scientific data and for information retrieval. | 2 |
| 9) | Being aware of the necessity of lifelong education, reaching information, following the advances in science and technology and constant struggle of renewing oneself. | 3 |
| 10) | Evaluating natural and social events with an environmental point of view and ability of informing and leading the public opinion | 2 |
| 11) | Students acquire professional knowledge and skills to fulfil requirements of their future employers. | 3 |
| 12) | Having proper social, ethical and scientific values and the will to protect these values on studies about collection, evaluation, contemplation, publication and application of data regarding Molecular Biology and Genetics. | 3 |
| 13) | Students can understand and evaluate advantages and limitations of technological platforms in life sciences including genomics, genetic engineering and biotechnology. | 2 |
| 14) | Students would have consciousness on subjects such as the quality management, worker welfare and safety. | 2 |
Learning Activity and Teaching Methods
| Anlatım | |
| Beyin fırtınası /Altı şapka | |
| Bireysel çalışma ve ödevi | |
| Course | |
| Okuma | |
| Homework | |
| Soru cevap/ Tartışma |
Measurement and Evaluation Methods and Criteria
| Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama) | |
| Sözlü sınav | |
| Sunum |
Assessment & Grading
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Presentation | 1 | % 30 |
| Final | 1 | % 40 |
| Yazma Ödev Dosyası | 1 | % 30 |
| total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
| total | % 100 | |
İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması
| Activities | Number of Activities | Aktiviteye Hazırlık | Aktivitede Harçanan Süre | Aktivite Gereksinimi İçin Süre | Workload | ||
| Course Hours | 12 | 3 | 36 | ||||
| Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 25 | 25 | ||||
| Homework Assignments | 1 | 25 | 25 | ||||
| Final | 1 | 20 | 20 | ||||
| Total Workload | 106 | ||||||