Information Package / Course Catalogue
Basic Genetics and Biotechnology
Course Code: DJTA010
Course Type: Required
Couse Group: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 3
Objectives of the Course

To provide foundational knowledge of genetics and introduce basic biotechnological applications in crop and livestock production.

Course Content

Content includes heredity principles, DNA structure, genetic variation, molecular biotechnology, and ethical aspects.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Okan ATAY
Learning Outcomes
1.1. Explains genetic concepts and inheritance principles.
2.2. Describes biotechnological applications in plants and animals.
3.3. Highlights the importance of preserving genetic diversity.
4.4. Understands basic molecular biotechnology techniques
5.5. Develops the ability to use genetic data in agricultural production.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.1. Gürcan, K. (2017). Intoduction genetiv and Biyotehnology
2.2. Brown, T.A. (2018). Genomes 4. Garland Science
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
1. Definition, history, and importance of genetics
Week 2 - Theoretical
2. Cell structure, chromosomes, and genetic material
Week 3 - Theoretical
3. DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis
Week 4 - Theoretical
4. Genetic variations and mutations
Week 5 - Theoretical
5. Mendelian genetics and inheritance principles
Week 6 - Theoretical
6. Genetic concepts: gene, allele, genotype, phenotype
Week 7 - Theoretical
7. Monohybrid and dihybrid crosses
Week 8 - Theoretical
8. Applications of genetics in animal and plant breeding
Week 9 - Theoretical
9. Introduction to molecular biotechnology
Week 10 - Theoretical
10. Gene cloning and recombinant DNA technology
Week 11 - Theoretical
11. Biotechnological drugs, vaccines, and GMOs
Week 12 - Theoretical
12. Genetic engineering in agriculture and livestock
Week 13 - Theoretical
13. Ethical and legal issues: bioethics and biosafety
Week 14 - Theoretical
14. General review and evaluation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Reading45540
Individual Work44432
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)72
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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2
OÇ-5
3
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026