Information Package / Course Catalogue
| Course Code | : ZT430 |
| Course Type | : Area Elective |
| Couse Group | : First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Education Language | : Turkish |
| Work Placement | : N/A |
| Theory | : 2 |
| Prt. | : 0 |
| Credit | : 2 |
| Lab | : 0 |
| ECTS | : 3 |
The aim of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts, historical development, and applications of biotechnology in agriculture and animal science. The course covers the molecular biology foundations of genetic material structure, gene transfer, and gene editing technologies, as well as genetically modified organism (GMO) production and genetic modification practices in plants and animals. It also aims to enable students to evaluate the impacts of these technologies on production systems, biosafety frameworks, and regulatory issues, along with their health, ethical, social, and cultural dimensions. In addition, the course seeks to develop students’ ability to analyze the implications of biotechnological advances for future agricultural systems and sustainable production approaches.
1- Introduction to biotechnology, basic concepts, and general applications of biotechnology in agriculture and animal husbandry. 2- The evolutionary process, the historical development of biotechnology, and the foundations of the transition to modern biotechnology. 3- The structure of genes, the organization of genetic material, and the scientific foundations of gene transfer. 4- Gene transfer techniques and gene editing technologies (CRISPR-Cas and modern molecular approaches). 5- Applications of genetic modification in plants and animals and their effects on production systems. 6- GMO production processes, global applications, and benefit-risk assessments. 7- Biosafety, regulations, analytical methods, and control mechanisms for biotechnological products. 8- The social, ethical, and cultural dimensions of biotechnology, along with alternative agricultural systems and future perspectives.
| Assoc. Prof. Onur YILMAZ |
| 1. | Explains basic concepts related to biotechnology and genetic improvement (genes, DNA, inheritance, genetic variation, gene transfer) in the context of animal science applications. |
| 2. | Compares and interprets gene transfer and gene editing technologies (transgenic approaches, CRISPR, etc.) used in animal breeding and production systems at a basic level. |
| 3. | It analyzes the potential applications of GMO technologies in animal production, productivity, health, and breeding programs. |
| 4. | It evaluates the biosafety, ethical, environmental, and regulatory aspects of the use of GMOs in livestock farming on a scientific basis. |
| 5. | It critically examines the impact of biotechnological advancements on livestock systems within the framework of sustainable production and alternative livestock management approaches. |
| 1. | Bayraç, A.T., Kalemtaş, G., Baloğlu, M.C., Kavas, M., 2011.Genetiği Değiştirilmiş Organizmalar. ISBN: 978-9944-344-30-2 |
| 2. | Aslan, D., Şengelen, M., 2010. Farklı Boyutlarıyla Genetiği Değiştirilmiş Organizmalar Ankara Tabip Odası |
| 3. | Poindron P., 2012. Genetically Modified Organisms and Genetic Engineering in Research and Therapy" Editor(s): Piguet P" ISBN: 978-3-8055-9065-5. |
| 4. | National Research Council, 1989. Field Testing Genetically Modified Organisms. The National Academies Press. ISBN:978-0-309-04076-1 |
| 5. | Topal, Ş. 2006. Biyogüvenlik ve Biyoteknoloji, Cemturan Ofset Matbaası |
| Type of Assessment | Count | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Quiz | 2 | %10 |
| Midterm Examination | 1 | %30 |
| Final Examination | 1 | %60 |
| Activities | Count | Preparation | Time | Total Work Load (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture - Theory | 14 | 2 | 2 | 56 |
| Individual Work | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Quiz | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Midterm Examination | 1 | 6 | 1 | 7 |
| Final Examination | 1 | 6 | 1 | 7 |
| TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) | 75 | |||
PÇ-1 | PÇ-2 | PÇ-3 | PÇ-4 | PÇ-5 | PÇ-6 | PÇ-7 | PÇ-8 | PÇ-9 | PÇ-10 | PÇ-11 | |
OÇ-1 | 5 | 2 | |||||||||
OÇ-2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | ||||||
OÇ-3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | |||||
OÇ-4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | |
OÇ-5 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 |