Information Package / Course Catalogue
Radiobiology
Course Code: TGT162
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 4
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to teach students the effects of ionizing radiation on living organisms and the underlying molecular and cellular mechanisms. The course will cover topics such as types of radiation, sources of radiation, biological effects of radiation, radiation protection methods, and applications in different areas of radiobiology.

Course Content

Radiobiology: Definition, Types, Health Effects, DNA Damage and Repair, Dosimetry and Dose Relationships, Genetic Mutations and Cancer Risk, Use and Safety of Radiation

Name of Lecturer(s)
Lec. Recai ACİ
Learning Outcomes
1.Definition and Historical Development of Radiobiology, Types and Properties of Radiation, Biological Effects of Radiation and Its Importance on Health
2.Cell Biology, Assessment of Genetic and Cancer Effects of Radiation
3.Use of Radiation, Dosimetry, and Safety Information
4.Students can analyze, interpret, and critically evaluate the information and data they encounter in the field of radiobiology.
5.The knowledge and skills acquired by students in the radiobiology course form the foundation and enable them to develop a comprehensive understanding of the biological effects of radiation.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Radiobiology for the Radiologist, Eric J. Hall, Amato J. Giaccia.
2.Radiation Biology: A Handbook for Teachers and Students, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Definition and Purpose of Radiobiology, Types and Properties of Radiation
Week 2 - Theoretical
Biological Effects of Radiation, Basic Terms Used in Radiobiology
Week 3 - Theoretical
Cell Structure and Function, Cell Cycle and Radiation Effects
Week 4 - Theoretical
DNA Damage and Repair Mechanisms, Cell Death and Apoptosis
Week 5 - Theoretical
Radiation Interaction and Energy Transfer, Biological Effect and Dose Relationship
Week 6 - Theoretical
Radiation Dosimetry and Units, Factors Affecting the Biological Effects of Radiation Doses
Week 7 - Theoretical
Interaction of Genetic Material with Radiation, Genetic Mutations and Chromosome Anomalies
Week 8 - Theoretical
Genetic Effects of Radiation Across Generations, Teratogenic Effects of Radiation/Midterm exemination
Week 9 - Theoretical
Basic Principles of Cancer Formation, Effects of Radiation on Cancer
Week 10 - Theoretical
Cancer Types and Risks Associated with Radiation, Cancers Treated with Radiation and Their Effects
Week 11 - Theoretical
Medical Use of Radiation and Safety
Week 12 - Theoretical
Use of Radiation and Safety in the Nuclear Energy Industry
Week 13 - Theoretical
Industrial Use of Radiation and Safety
Week 14 - Theoretical
Space Travel and Radiation Risks
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory143270
Assignment211022
Midterm Examination1314
Final Examination1314
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)100
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
PÇ-12
OÇ-1
3
5
2
2
OÇ-2
4
5
3
2
OÇ-3
3
5
3
2
2
2
OÇ-4
2
3
2
2
4
OÇ-5
3
5
2
2
4
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026