COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION


Course Name
Introduction to Biology for Non-majors
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
GBE 251
Fall
3
0
3
6
Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Required
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Discussion
Group Work
Lecture / Presentation
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives This course is designed to give students a foundation in the basic principles and unifying concepts of biology. Students will develop an understanding of science, the nature of scientific inquiring, and how evolution explains the unity and diversity of all life on Earth. The course focuses on common features that all living organisms share, as well as their unique characteristics.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Apply the scientific method to investigating and evaluating biological phenomena.
  • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills across disciplines.
  • Define biology and identify characteristics common to all life forms.
  • Identify cell components and their functions.
  • Describe classification and basic properties of organisms found in each Domain and Kingdom.
  • Compare and contrast characteristics of plants, animals, fungi, protista, and bacteria.
  • Define ecology, describe each component of an ecosystem and explain energy flow through ecosystems.
Course Description Introduction of scientific method, different life forms, ecology, properties of living organisms. The course will also describe cell theory, and major molecular components of cells: DNA, RNA and proteins.
Related Sustainable Development Goals

 



Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Required Materials
1 An Introduction to the Science of Life Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon- Pearson. (ISBN: 9780321833334) Chapter 1
2 Scientific Method Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon-Chapter 1
3 Scientific Method Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon-Chapter 1
4 The Chemistry of Life; Amino Acids, Proteins, and Nucleic Acids Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon-Chapter 2
5 DNA: The Molecule of Life and DNA, RNA, and Protein Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon-Chapter 6
6 The Cell: The Fundamental Unit of Life, Energy and Life Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon-Chapter 3-4
7 The Cell Cycle and Mitosis, Meiosis Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon-Chapter 5
8 Midterm Exam -
9 Darwinian Evolution, Classification of Living Systems (Nomenclature) Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon-Chapter 7
10 Biodiversity: Microorganisms, Fungi and Plants Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon-Chapter 8-9
11 Biodiversity: Animals Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon-Chapter 10
12 Ecology and Ecosystems Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon-Chapter 11
13 Group Presentations
14 Group Presentations
15 Semestr Review
16 Final Exam
Course Notes/Textbooks

Biology: The Core. Eric J Simon.    Pearson. (ISBN: 9780321833334)

Suggested Readings/Materials

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
20
Presentation / Jury
1
25
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
1
20
Final Exam
1
35
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
3
65
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
35
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
3
48
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
Study Hours Out of Class
14
2
28
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
-
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
20
Presentation / Jury
1
30
Project
-
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
1
20
Final Exams
1
34
    Total
180

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science, Computer Science and Software Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

X
2

To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Software Engineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

3

To be able to design, implement, verify, validate, document, measure and maintain a complex software system, process, or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; ability to apply modern methods for this purpose.

4

To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in software engineering applications; to be able to use information technologies effectively.

5

To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex Software Engineering problems.

6

To be able to work effectively in Software Engineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.

7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to be able to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.

8

To have knowledge about global and social impact of engineering practices and software applications on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of Engineering and Software Engineering solutions.

9

To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in engineering applications.

10

To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.

11

To be able to collect data in the area of Software Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language. ("European Language Portfolio Global Scale", Level B1)

X
12

To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.

13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Software Engineering.

X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest