Pathology Laboratory Techniques
Associate TR-NQF-HE: Level 5 QF-EHEA: Short Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 5

General Introduction Information of the Course

Course Code: CYTO101
Course Title: Sitoloji
Course Semester: Fall
Ders Kredileri:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
2 0 2 4
Language of instruction: TR
Course Prerequisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Necessary
Course Level:
Associate TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Short Cycle EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Öğr.Gör. Ecem YÜKSEKTEPE
Course Lecturer(s): Öğr.Gör. Ecem YÜKSEKTEPE
Course Assistants:

Course Objectives and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to have information about the formation of the cell, its general structure, cell organelles and their functions.
Course Content: Formation of the cell, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell, cell membrane structure and substance transport, cell organelles, cell genetic materials, cell cycle, cell division.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Recognize the cell, have information about the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
2) Know cell membrane structure and properties, substance transport and cell connections.
3) Know cell organelles and their functions.
4) Gain knowledge about cell genetic material.
5) Learn cell cycle and mitosis, meiosis cell divisions. It distinguish between mitosis and meiosis.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Course Weekly Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Cell Formation, Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cell Characteristics Lecturer notes
2) Cell Membrane Structure and General Properties Lecturer notes
3) Nucleus, Mitochondria, Chloroplast and Other Plastids Lecturer notes
4) Granular and Agranular Endoplasmic Reticulum Lecturer notes
5) Ribosomes and Protein Synthesis Lecturer notes
6) Golgi and Lysosome Lecturer notes
7) Centrosome, Centrioles and Peroxisome Lecturer notes
8) Midterm Exam Lecturer notes
9) Cytoskeleton and Cytoplasm Inclusions Lecturer notes
10) Substance Transport Across The Cell Membrane Lecturer notes
11) Cell Surface Substances and Cell Junctions Lecturer notes
12) Cell Genetic Materials Lecturer notes
13) Cell Cycle and Mitosis Lecturer notes
14) Meiosis Lecturer notes
15) Current Issues In Cell Biology Lecturer notes
16) Final Exam Lecturer notes

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Öğretim Elemanı ders notları
References: Campbell Biyoloji/ Palme Yayınevi
Moleküler Hücre Biyolojisi/Palme Yayınevi

Relationship Between Course and Program Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Have basic knowledge of the normal structure and functions of cells, tissues and systems.
2) Know diseases and pathology along with basic medical science knowledge and terminology
3) Know the duties and responsibilities of the pathology laboratory technician in the regulation.
4) Perform the maintenance, cleaning and calibration follow-up of devices and equipment in the pathology laboratory, and uses the devices in accordance with the rules.
5) Know and apply sample acceptance and rejection criteria to the pathology laboratory, archive blocks, preparations and reports.
6) Perform fixation, decalcification, dehydration, blocking, sectioning and staining for light microscopic examination.
7) Prepare liquid samples appropriately for microscopic examination.
8) Keep the inventory of consumables and chemicals, prepare solutions.
9) Control infection in the area worked with fresh tissue. Know how to properly prepare preparation from fresh tissue samples.
10) Perform immunohistochemical staining and solves the problem if there is a problem in staining.
11) Apply occupational health and safety rules, dispose of medical wastes in accordance with the regulation.
12) Know molecular pathology techniques and devices and equipment used in these techniques.
13) Be aware of written, verbal, visual communication, and interaction, and they communicate effectively.
14) Gain the competence of analyzing, evaluating, criticizing, suggesting viewpoints and solutions.
15) Work independently, gain responsibility, and make decisions.
16) Learn how to work together, gain the tendency to take responsibilities and duties as a team member.
17) Follow digital transformation as well as use information and communication technologies.
18) Gain awareness of lifelong learning and manage personal and social learning
19) Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired in the field with an entrepreneurial approach.
20) Gain awareness of social rights, ethical and social responsibilities.
21) Gain communication competence in English at least A2 level in line with the European Language Framework.
22) Accept cultural diversity as a universal value.

Relationship Between Course and Learning Outcome

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Medium 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Have basic knowledge of the normal structure and functions of cells, tissues and systems. 5
2) Know diseases and pathology along with basic medical science knowledge and terminology 4
3) Know the duties and responsibilities of the pathology laboratory technician in the regulation.
4) Perform the maintenance, cleaning and calibration follow-up of devices and equipment in the pathology laboratory, and uses the devices in accordance with the rules. 2
5) Know and apply sample acceptance and rejection criteria to the pathology laboratory, archive blocks, preparations and reports.
6) Perform fixation, decalcification, dehydration, blocking, sectioning and staining for light microscopic examination.
7) Prepare liquid samples appropriately for microscopic examination.
8) Keep the inventory of consumables and chemicals, prepare solutions.
9) Control infection in the area worked with fresh tissue. Know how to properly prepare preparation from fresh tissue samples.
10) Perform immunohistochemical staining and solves the problem if there is a problem in staining.
11) Apply occupational health and safety rules, dispose of medical wastes in accordance with the regulation.
12) Know molecular pathology techniques and devices and equipment used in these techniques. 3
13) Be aware of written, verbal, visual communication, and interaction, and they communicate effectively.
14) Gain the competence of analyzing, evaluating, criticizing, suggesting viewpoints and solutions. 2
15) Work independently, gain responsibility, and make decisions.
16) Learn how to work together, gain the tendency to take responsibilities and duties as a team member.
17) Follow digital transformation as well as use information and communication technologies.
18) Gain awareness of lifelong learning and manage personal and social learning 2
19) Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired in the field with an entrepreneurial approach. 5
20) Gain awareness of social rights, ethical and social responsibilities.
21) Gain communication competence in English at least A2 level in line with the European Language Framework.
22) Accept cultural diversity as a universal value.

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lecture
Beyin fırtınası /Altı şapka
Course
Question-and-Answer / Discussion

Assessment and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (open-ended questions, multiple-choice, true/false, matching, fill-in-the-blanks, ordering)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 50
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 28
Study Hours Out of Class 15 60
Midterms 1 1
Final 1 1
Total Workload 90