Biochemistry (biochemical Eng Field)
Chemical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
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| Biochemistry (biochemical Eng Field) | MKM311 | Elective | Bachelor's degree | 3 | Fall | 4 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Associate Prof. Dr. Başar UYAR
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Recognize the principle concepts of biochemistry
2) Compare the prokaryotic and eucaryotic cell structure
3) Show the chemical structures of biomolecules
4) Explain the functions of biomolecules
5) Comment on the basic metabolic pathways in livings
6) Relate the structure of cell membrane and membrane transport mechanisms
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Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
None
Course Contents
Introduction to biochemistry / Cells / Biomolecules (amino acids, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids) / Biological membranes and cellular transport / Carbohydrate metabolism
Weekly Schedule
1) Introduction to biochemistry2) Cell concept, prokaryotic and eucaryotic cell structure
3) Amino acids, peptides and proteins
4) Enzymes and their functions
5) Carbohydrates and their function
6) Lipids and their biological function
7) Nucleotides, nucleic acids (DNA & RNA) and their function
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) Biological membranes and cellular transport
10) Glycolysis and Gluconeogenesis
11) Citric acid cycle
12) Fermentation and oxidative phosphorylation
13) Pentose phosphate pathway, metabolism of glycogen and other carbohydrates
14) Photosynthesis and photophosphorylation
15) Other biochemistry techniques and applications, review and discussion of course topics
16) Final examination
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion
4) Case Study
5) Self Study
6) Problem Solving
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade |
60% |
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Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
40% |
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Language of Instruction
English
Work Placement(s)
Not Required