Molecular Biology and Genetics Preview
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course General Introduction Information

Course Code:

MBG409

Course Name:

Neuroscience

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

Course Requirement:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Area Ellective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Ar.Gör. BAHAR İNCE

Course Lecturer(s):

Lecturer Fatma Kübra Ata

Course Assistants:

Course Purpose and Content

Course Objectives:

The scope of this course aims to define nervous systems in different model organisms, teach neuronal conduction and action potential mechanisms, give information about neurotransmitter systems, the molecular basis of vision and hearing, the connection between behavior and the brain, the molecular basis of learning and memory, neurological diseases and their molecular mechanisms. It is aimed to provide information about artificial brain systems by examining the molecular mechanisms of neurological diseases and current treatments in different model organisms.

Course Content:

Neuronal transmission and current issues in Neuroscience

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Gaining knowledge about nervous system development in different model organisms
2) Identifying the molecular basis of brain functions
3) To understand the molecular basis of the development of the sense of sight and hearing in response to external stimuli
4) Understanding the molecular basis of behavior, learning and memory
5) To have knowledge about brain aging, the molecular basis of neurological diseases, methods of examining these diseases in model organisms, and to understand the molecular mechanisms of current treatment approaches.
6) Having knowledge about artificial brain and intelligence systems

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Different model organisms in neuroscience	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
2)	Different model organisms in neuroscience	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
3)	Neuron types and neuroglia, myelination	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
4)	Neuronal conduction and Action Potential	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
5)	Synaptic Transmission and Neurotransmitters	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
6)	Neurotransmitter receptors and signaling pathways	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
7)	Molecular mechanisms of brain development	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
8)	Midterm
9)	Molecular mechanism of vision	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
10)	Molecular mechanism of hearing and balance	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
11)	neural stem cells	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
12)	Current issues in neuroscience: Covid-19 and its neurological symptoms	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
13)	Current issues in neuroscience: Brain and gut axis	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
14)	Current topics in neuroscience: Human Brain Project, Neuralink	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
15)	Current issues in neuroscience: Studies with model organisms (RNA interference, article analysis with morpholino techniques)	Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MARk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006)
16)	final exam
17)	final exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	- Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MArk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006) - Principles of Neuroscience, Fifth Edition, Eric Kandel - Neuroscience with Neurons in Action, Fifth Edition, Dale Purves, George J. Augustine, David Fitzpatrick and William C. Hall (Nov 4, 2011)
References:	- Neuroscience: Exploring the brain, Third Edition, MArk F. Bear, Barry W. Connors and Michael A. Paradiso. (Feb 7, 2006) - Principles of Neuroscience, Fifth Edition, Eric Kandel - Neuroscience with Neurons in Action, Fifth Edition, Dale Purves, George J. Augustine, David Fitzpatrick and William C. Hall (Nov 4, 2011)

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.	2
2)	Students can integrate knowledge and skills from molecular biology and genetics courses and can acquire further knowledge according to their own interests.	3
3)	Students acquire practical skills in fundamental molecular biology and genetics techniques.	2
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.	2
5)	Competency in planning academic studies on Molecular Biology and Genetics and carrying out these studies individually or collectively.	3
6)	Students can develop ability to analyse and interpret experimental data obtained in a laboratory setting statistically.	3
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.	3
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.	2
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.	2
13)	Students can understand and evaluate advantages and limitations of technological platforms in life sciences including genomics, genetic engineering and biotechnology.	3
14)	Students would have consciousness on subjects such as the quality management, worker welfare and safety.	2

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Course

Measurement and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities	Number of Activities	Aktiviteye Hazırlık	Aktivitede Harçanan Süre	Aktivite Gereksinimi İçin Süre	Workload
Course Hours	17	4			68
Midterms	1	24			24
Final	1	24			24
Total Workload					116