FSC507 Introduction to Forensic Genetics

5 ECTS - 2-2 Duration (T+A)- . Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Code FSC507
Name Introduction to Forensic Genetics
Semester . Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 5 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language İngilizce
Level Yüksek Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
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Course Goal

Having knowledge DNA polymorphisms Understand the concept of short tandem repeats (STR); Learning the sequence of steps involved in DNA typing

Course Content

Human genome, DNA polymorphisms in the genome, general DNA sources,biological sample collection, storage, transfer, evidence delivery chain, legislation regarding as molecular genetic analysis, forensic DNA analysis methods, evaluation of the STR results, interpretation of the statistical results.

Course Precondition

none

Resources

An Introduction to Forensic Genetics, W.Goodwin, A.Linacre, S. Hadi.2007; Forensic DNA typing, John H. Butler,2005; An Introduction to forensic DNA analysis, Norah Rudin, Keith Inman,2002

Notes

Current articles


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Explain the principles of inheritance.
LO02 Have information about potential DNA sources, sampling and analysis of the biological samples
LO03 Select appropriate methodologies for the DNA analysis of biological evidence.
LO04 Have advanced knowledge about technological tools, devices and tools used in DNA analysis studies.
LO05 Identify and interpret genetic profiles from blood types, Short Tandem Repeat markers, and Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms
LO06 Understands the risks and benefits of using genetic profiles for identification.
LO07 Critically analyze media presentations presenting forensic genetics and its applications.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains current concepts in the field of Forensic Sciences. 3
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Comprehends the interdisciplinary interaction with which it is related. 3
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Comprehends the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for the individual and society. 3
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explain 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. 2
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knows crime scene investigation and evidence collection procedures 3
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Uses statistical software that is frequently used in the field of Forensic Sciences.
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Uses the knowledge and research methods obtained in the field in the resolution of forensic cases. 2
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Takes responsibility by participating in teamwork 2
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Provides leadership in situations that require the resolution of field-specific and interdisciplinary problems. 1
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Follows national and international publications and scientific meetings on forensic sciences. 1
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Discusses current developments in forensic sciences and her/his own studies with different groups in written, oral and visual formats. 1
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Develops projects for the use of current developments, information and practices in Forensic Sciences for the benefit of society. 2
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Contributes to the development processes of strategy, policy and implementation plans in forensic sciences and evaluates the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. 2


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction and history Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
2 DNA structure and the genome Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
3 General DNA sources, biological evidence and importance Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
4 Biological materal-collection, characterization and storage-delivery chain of evidence Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
5 Legistlation related to molecular genetics studies Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
6 DNA polymorphisms-STRs Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
7 DNA extraction and quantitation Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
8 Mid-term exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Polymerase chain reaction Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
10 The analysis of STRs Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
11 Assessment of STRs Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
12 Statistical interpretation of STR profiles Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
13 Single nucleotide polymorphisms-SNPs Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
14 Lineage markers ( Y-STR) Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
15 Lineage markers (mtDNA) Finding literature for this lecture Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası
16 Overall rating literature review Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
17 Final exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Sözlü 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