Istanbul Health and Technology University INFORMATION PACKAGE / COURSE CATALOGUE
| Audiology | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
Course General Introduction Information
| Course Code: | ODY253 | ||||
| Course Name: | General Microbiology | ||||
| Course Semester: |
Fall |
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| Language of instruction: | TR | ||||
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| 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 ASİYE KARAKULLUKÇU | ||||
| Course Lecturer(s): | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Asiye KARAKULLUKÇU | ||||
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Course Purpose and Content
| Course Objectives: | Enhance students' understanding of microbiology and its implications for auditory health. Teach microbiological testing methods and their applications in audiology. Introduce necessary microbiological approaches and treatment strategies in infection control. |
| Course Content: | Week 1 Topic: History of Microorganisms Content: Discovery of microorganisms, invention of the microscope and historical development of microbiology. Week 2 Topic: Classification of Microorganisms Content: Basic classification and characteristics of bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. Week 3 Topic: Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cell Structures Content: Basic cell components and differences in structure and function between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Week 4 Topic: Growth and Multiplication of Microorganisms Content: Factors affecting the development of microorganisms and their proliferation mechanisms. Week 5 Topic: Bacterial Morphology, Physiology and Nutrition Content: Structure and functions of bacteria, reproduction and nutrition mechanisms. Week 6 Topic: Sterilization and Disinfection Methods Content: Basic sterilization and disinfection methods, control of microorganisms. Week 7 Subject: Midterm Exam Week 8 Topic: Morphology and Physiology of Viruses Content: Structure and functions of viruses, development and proliferation mechanisms. Week 9 Topic: Fungi (Molds and Yeasts) Content: Morphology and physiology, development and proliferation mechanisms of fungi groups. Week 10 Topic: Morphology and Physiology of Parasites Content: Basic structure and functions of parasites, development and reproduction mechanisms. Week 11 Topic: Nutrition and Microbiome Content: Definition of microbiome, effects on human health, effects of nutrition on microbiome, probiotics and prebiotics. Week 12 Topic: Effects of Microorganisms on Health and Industry Content: Effects of microorganisms on diseases and industrial microbiology applications. Week 13 Topic: Immunity and Immune Response Content: Basic immunology concepts, interaction with microorganisms and the human immune system. Week 14 Topic: Disease Factors and Control Content: Basic diseases caused by microorganisms and disease control strategies. |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Students will learn the history of microorganisms. 2) Students will understand the basic classification of microorganisms. 3) Students will compare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structures. 4) Students will learn the growth and reproduction processes of microorganisms. 5) Students will understand the morphology, physiology, and nutrition strategies of bacteria. 6) Students will learn sterilization and disinfection methods. 7) Midterm exam week. 8) Students will understand the morphology and physiology of viruses. 9) Students will learn the structure and functions of fungi (molds and yeasts). 10) Students will learn the morphology and physiology of parasites. 11) Students will understand the relationship between nutrition and microbiome, and learn about probiotics and prebiotics. 12) Students will learn about the effects of microorganisms on health and industry. 13) Students will understand immunity and immune response mechanisms. 14) Students will learn about pathogens and their control strategies. |
Course Flow Plan
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | History of Microorganisms | Pre-reading on the discovery of microorganisms, invention of the microscope, and historical development of microbiology. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 2) | Classification of Microorganisms | Information on the basic classification of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 3) | Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cell Structures | Readings on comparative analysis of cell structures. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 4) | Growth and Reproduction of Microorganisms | Detailed information on the reproduction mechanisms and growth conditions of microorganisms.Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 5) | Bacterial Morphology, Physiology, and Nutrition | Detailed information on bacterial structures and metabolic activities. Notes provided by the lecturer will be included. |
| 6) | Sterilization and Disinfection Methods | Information on sterilization and disinfection techniques. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 7) | Midterm Exam | Comprehensive review for the midterm exam. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 8) | Morphology and Physiology of Viruses | Detailed information on the structural features and replication strategies of viruses. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 9) | Fungi: Molds and Yeasts | Detailed information on the morphology and ecology of fungi. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 10) | Morphology and Physiology of Parasites | Detailed information on the basic structure and functions of parasites. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 11) | Nutrition and Microbiome | Definition of microbiome, its effects on human health, and the impact of nutrition on microbiome. Information on probiotics and prebiotics. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 12) | Impacts of Microorganisms on Health and Industry | Information on the impacts of microorganisms on diseases and industrial applications. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 13) | Immunity and Immune Response | Basic concepts of immunology and interactions between microorganisms and the human immune system. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
| 14) | Pathogens and Infection Control | Basic diseases caused by microorganisms and disease control strategies. Notes provided by the lecturer will also be included. |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Temel Mikrobiyoloji ders kitabı, Güncel odyoloji ve mikrobiyoloji üzerine makaleler, ders sunumları. Basic Microbiology textbook, articles on current audiology and microbiology, presentations of the course |
| References: | "Medical Microbiology" by Patrick Murray, Elsevier "Review of Medical Microbiology & Immunology" by W Levinson, McGraw-Hill |
Course - Learning Outcome Relationship
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Medium | 3 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Ability to integrate the necessary scientific knowledge and methods in order to make the necessary audiological/vestibular evaluations for patients with hearing and/or vestibular complaints. | 1 |
| 2) | To be able to interpret the basic information of the science of audiology, within the scope of general medical knowledge, to determine and apply the necessary approaches for the patient. | 1 |
| 3) | Ability to apply audiological test methods suitable for the disease. | 1 |
| 4) | To be able to plan the audiology program with the theoretical and applied knowledge learned. | 1 |
| 5) | Ability to work collaboratively with members of the healthcare team and other disciplines. | 3 |
| 6) | To be able to measure the effectiveness, continuity and quality of services related to audiology, as well as to be able to conduct training and practice studies related to the science of audiology. | 1 |
| 7) | To be able to make noise measurements in noisy environments and to be able to take part in the implementation of noise control programs in order to regulate the environmental modifications to be made to reduce the noise level, to determine the individual protectors and to implement them. | 1 |
| 8) | To be able to work on developing, placing and coordinating the necessary hearing screening programs in work, school and community environments in order to protect hearing health and prevent hearing loss. | 1 |
| 9) | Ability to develop professional standards and policies. | 2 |
| 10) | Being able to take part in the Implant Board by advising the patients that he/she deems appropriate in rehabilitation about applications such as Cochlear implant, Middle Ear Implant, bone-implanted hearing aids (BAHA) and Brainstem Implant. | 1 |
Learning Activity and Teaching Methods
| Anlatım | |
| Course | |
| Okuma |
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 | 14 | 3 | 42 | ||||
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 3 | 42 | ||||
| Homework Assignments | 14 | 3 | 42 | ||||
| Midterms | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Final | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Total Workload | 128 | ||||||