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| Code | ABL514 |
| Name | Semen Analysis in Forensic Sciences |
| Term | 2022-2023 Academic Year |
| Term | Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. AYŞE SERİN |
| Course Instructor |
1 |
Course Goal / Objective
To provide the student with the ability to discuss the significance and fundamental aspects of heredity, molecular genetics and molecular biology and their relevance to forensic science.
Course Content
Mendelian and complex genetic inheritance patterns and gene mutation. Nuclear and mitochondrial DNA. DNA replication. Transcription. Genetic Code and Translation. Induction and repression of gene expression. DNA Isolation, purification and analysis, gene cloning, PCR, STR, SNPs, sequencing, electrophoresis. Recovery of biological evidence. Laboratory anti-contamination procedures. Interpretation and reporting of DNA results.
Course Precondition
none
Resources
Fundamentals of urine and body fluid analysis; Knobil and Neill's Physiology of Reproduction
Notes
current articles
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Knows basic features of seminal fluids, have knowledge about the level of expertise |
| LO02 | Learn the significance of seminal fluids and stains on forensic events |
| LO03 | Know the steps to be applied to seminal fluid and stains |
| LO04 | Learn the effect of semen infertilite on forensic semen identification |
| LO05 | Integrates information from information from different disciplines and contributes to the interpretation and creation of new information |
| LO06 | Follows scientific meetings , national and interational publications |
| LO07 | Uses the information and research methods to solve the problem |
| LO08 | Develops solution proposal to solve complex problems |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows current concepts in the field of Forensic Sciences. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends the relations between the areas of Forensic Sciences. | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for the individual and society. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows the concept of expertise and forensic procedural approach. | 3 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Recognize the statistical methods that are frequently used in studies in the field of Forensic Sciences. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows crime scene investigation and evidence collection procedures | 3 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Interprets the knowledge gained in the field by integrating it with the knowledge from different disciplines. | 2 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses statistical software that is frequently used in the field of Forensic Sciences. | |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses the knowledge and research methods obtained in the field in solving forensic cases. | 2 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Takes responsibility by participating in teamwork | |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Develops solutions for solving complex problems that may be encountered in the field of Forensic Sciences. | 3 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Can lead in certain challenging Forensic circumstances include interdisciplinary ones. | 3 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Follow the scientific meetings and researches in forensic area. | 4 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Discusses current developments and studies with different groups in written, oral and visual formats. | 2 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Uses current developments, information and practices in Forensic Sciences for the benefit of society. | 2 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and history | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Reproductive physiology | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Spermatogenesis and oogenesis | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Fertilization and embryogenesis | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Semen biochemistry | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | WHO-Kruger criteria | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Seminal markers | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | self-study, reading related articles | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Sözlü Sınav |
| 9 | Sperm structure and characterization | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Azoospermia-oligospermia-normospermia | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Forensic examination methods of sperm | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Forensic examination methods of sperm_2 | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Forensic examination methods of sperm | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Forensic examination methods of sperm_2 | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Forensic examination methods of sperm_3 | self-study, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Overal rating | self-st, reading related articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 17 | Term Exams | self-study, | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 125 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,00 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||