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Course Description Course Name : ATOMIC ABSORBTION SPECTROPHOTOMETER Course Code : BİK-571 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall and Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 4 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. ABDULLAH TULİ Prof.Dr. LEVENT KAYRIN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Discusses spectroscopic techniques. Describes theory and principles of atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer. Uses atomic absorbtion analyser. Knows graphite heater (principles and instrumentation) in atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer. Knows and interpretes the usage of atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer in clinical biochemistry. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The aim of this course is to provide comprehension of methodology and usage area of spectroscopic techniques in biochemistry laboratories and especially theory and clinical usage of atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer. Course Contents : Spectroscopic methods, fields used in biochemistry laboratories, theory of atomic absorption spectrophotometer, and clinical usage and applications of atomic absorption spectrophotometer. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Classes and laboratories in department of biochemistry   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 General view to spectroscopic methods listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 2 General view to spectroscopic methods listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 3 General spectroscopic calculations listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 4 General spectroscopic calculations listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 5 Theory of atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 6 Theory of atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 7 Theory of atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 8 Mid-term examination preparing text questions classic exam 9 Instrumentation in atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assigment, laboratory 10 Instrumentation in atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 11 Prevention from analytical inhibition listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 12 Prevention from analytical inhibition listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 13 Application of graphite heater listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 14 Atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer in clinical practice listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 15 Atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer in clinical practice listening and interpretation, slide preparation, processing, critical thinking, generating questions discussion lesson, solving problems, assignment, laboratory 16/17 Final examination preparing text questions classic exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Burtis CA, Ashwood ER. Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry, 3rd Ed., Saunders, Philadelphia, 1996.  Beaty RD. Concept, Instrumentation and Techniques in Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry, Perkin-Elmer Corporation, 1978.  Williams BL, Wilson Keith. Principles and Techniques of Practical Biochemistry, Edward Arnold Ltd., 1975. Required Course Material(s)  Databases of internet and library   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 5 50 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Applies innovations in laboratory processes by doing research. 4 2 Comprehends the interaction of biochemistry with the other scientific fields. 0 3 Knows experimental methods in biochemistry. 3 4 Takes part in in-vitro/in-vivo animal research studies. 0 5 Carries out studies in the field of biochemistry as a member of a team. 0 6 Gains ongoing professional skills. 5 7 Comprehends basic information about the field of biochemistry. 0 8 Interprets the factors and phases that effect the laboratory results. 5 9 Uses laboratory tools. 5 10 Knows the ethical and legal characteristics of laboratory processes, and interpretes economical value of these processes for the country. 5 11 Supports a scientific research. 2 12 Interpretes scientific research results which are carried out. 2 13 Generates a report from the conclusion of the scientific research. 3 14 Knows biochemical sampling rules. 5 15 Studies and makes research in laboratory settings. 0 16 Corporates with the other members of the team in an efficient, sensitive and respectfull way. 3 17 Interpretes and corrolates biochemical data and theoretical concept. 3 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 5 5 25     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10     Final Exam 1 20 20 Total Workload: 97 Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.88 ECTS Credit: 4