COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

Biochemistry

Level of Course Unit

Third Cycle Programmes (Doctorate Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR PINAR AKAN

Offered to

Biochemistry

Course Objective

The aim of this course is to discuss the biochemical structure of CNS and its roles in neuronal diseases, to learn brain metabolism and to introduce neuro-endocrinology.
In the practical related to the course, the following applications will be conducted: CSF biochemistry, cell counting, CSF IgG index, CSF oligoclonal band analysis and to interpret the other routine biochemical markers in CNS disorders.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

1. Basic Neurochemistry Molecular Cellular and Medical Aspects ,7th Ed.,2006 USA
2. The Biochemical Basis of Neuropharmacology 8th Ed.2003,USA.
3. Culturing Nevre Cells,2nd Ed. 1998,MIT ,USA.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

The course will be run in an integrated way-winding theory with case discussion and laboratory practicals. The methods of learning will be interactive.

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

To be announced.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

The student is expected to read the resources before coming to class. In addition, he/she is expected to contribute actively to discussion, group-work and practicals. Attending in at least 70 percent of lectures and in at least 80 percent of practicals are mandatory. Plagiarism of any type will result in disciplinary action.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

Pınar Akan:
Phone: 412 44 11/ 25 52
GSM: + 536 341 51 30

Office Hours

Every day, 12.30-13.30

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes