Bioinorganic Chemistry (CEAC412) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Bioinorganic Chemistry CEAC412 Area Elective 3 0 0 3 5
Pre-requisite Course(s)
N/A
Course Language English
Course Type Area Elective
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
  • Prof. Dr. Şeniz Özalp Yaman
Course Assistants
Course Objectives A major goal is to provide students an introduction of bioinorganic chemistry and to enable them to understand the roles of metals in living systems.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Understand the role of metals in living systems.
  • Discuss the chemistry of metals in distorting/distorted living systems.
  • Understand the role of metals in monitoring living systems.
  • Explain the role of metals in natural systems.
  • Apply knowledge of metals in living systems.
Course Content Toxic, essential amd key metals in the living systems.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Some General Principles Related chapter of the course book
2 Cobalt in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
3 The dioxygen molecule Related chapter of the course book
4 Magnesium in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
5 Iron in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
6 MIDTERM EXAMINATION I
7 Copper in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
8 Zinc in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
9 Nickel in biological systems Related chapter of the course book
10 Non metallic inorganic elements Related chapter of the course book
11 MIDTERM EXAMINATION II
12 Toxic metals Related chapter of the course book
13 Metal Deficiency and Disease Related chapter of the course book
14 Metal Nucleic Acid interaction Related chapter of the course book
15 Metal Nucleic Acid interaction Related chapter of the course book
16 Final Exam Related chapter of the course book

Sources

Course Book 1. W. Kaim, B.Schewederski,Bioinorganic Chemistry: Inorganic elements in the chemistry of life, John Wiley and Sons, 2005..
Other Sources 2. J.M Berg, S.J Lippard, Principles of Bioinorganic Chemistry, University science book, 1994.

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments - -
Presentation 1 15
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 2 60
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 40
Toplam 4 115
Percentage of Semester Work 65
Percentage of Final Work 35
Total 100

Course Category

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

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences and the subjects specific to chemical engineering disciplines; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems. X
2 The ability to define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; the ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. X
3 The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions in such a way as to meet the specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. X
4 The ability to select, and use modern techniques and tools needed to analyze and solve complex problems encountered in chemical engineering practices; the ability to use information technologies effectively. X
5 The ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, gather data, and analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or research areas specific to engineering disciplines. X
6 The ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually. X
7 Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both in writing and in writing; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make presentations, to give clear and understandable instructions. X
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and adapt and excel oneself continuously. X
9 Acting in conformity with the ethical principles; professional and ethical responsibility and knowledge of the standards employed in chemical engineering applications. X
10 Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development. X
11 Knowledge of the global and social effects of chemical engineering practices on health, environment, and safety issues, and knowledge of the contemporary issues in engineering areas; awareness of the possible legal consequences of engineering practices. X

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 16 3 48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 16 2 32
Presentation/Seminar Prepration 1 5 5
Project
Report
Homework Assignments
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 2 10 20
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 20 20
Total Workload 125