VET231 Immunology

3 ECTS - 1-2 Duration (T+A)- 3. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Code VET231
Name Immunology
Term 2024-2025 Academic Year
Semester 3. Semester
Duration (T+A) 1-2 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 3 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Doç. Dr. TÜLİN GÜVEN GÖKMEN
Course Instructor Doç. Dr. TÜLİN GÜVEN GÖKMEN (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

It aims to teach the structure, functions and the basic principles of immunology of the immune system, to provide knowledge about the immune response that develops in various situations (disease, vaccination) in animals, and to provide skills in the use and interpretation of serological tests in order to diagnose and measuring vaccine immunity.

Course Content

Teaching the structure, functions and basic principles of immunology of the immune system; Ensuring that the information about the immune reaction that develops in various cases (disease, vaccination) in animals; Gaining skills in the use and interpretation of serological tests in order to diagnose diseases and to measure vaccine immunity

Course Precondition

There is no prerequisite.

Resources

Lecturer Notes

Notes

Immunology: Prof.Dr.Mustafa Arda, Prof.Dr.Serdar Diker Ankara üniversitesi Basımevi


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Defines the basic structure of the immune system and its place and importance in the immune response.
LO02 List primary and secondary lymphoid organs, their functions and importance in the immune response..
LO03 Explains the importance of humoral immunity in body defense
LO04 Recognizes immunoglobulins and their basic structures and compares them in terms of similarities and differences.
LO05 Explains the importance of cellular immunity in body defense.
LO06 Lists the immunological reactions that occur in various disease states encountered in animals.
LO07 It refers to the basic mechanism of abnormal reactions such as hypersensitivity reactions and autoimmune reactions, outside the normal functions of the immune system.
LO08 Defines the basic mechanism of antigen-antibody reactions.
LO09 Explain the causes and consequences of immunological tolerance
LO10 Exemplifies the issue of immunity in special mucosal systems. the importance of immunoglobulins in mucosal immunity and
LO11 Applies serological tests.
LO12 Interprets the results of serological tests.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Recognize animal species and breeds in terms of their morphological, functional (physiological, biochemical) and behavioral characteristics.
PLO02 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Determines the correct approach area for the patients by evaluating the examination, operation etc. practices in the clinic according to the topographic anatomy.
PLO03 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Produces solutions to field-specific problems in line with scientific data/evidence. 5
PLO04 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Based on his/her professional skills and authority, he/she implements social projects and plans with social awareness. 5
PLO05 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Becomes conscious of performing his profession by being aware of his powers and responsibilities.
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Learn the structures of living organisms, their components at the cellular level, and chemical processes in the body.
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Learn to use biochemical processes in diagnostic processes by evaluating the information obtained with cause-effect relationships.
PLO08 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Demonstrates the ability to possess and defend the ethical values of the veterinary profession.
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Understands the methods of producing and using scientific knowledge in his/her professional field.
PLO10 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knows the sources of drugs, their physical and chemical properties and preparation.
PLO11 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knows the effects and side effects of medications on patients. 5
PLO12 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Prescribes and administers medications in accordance with legislation.
PLO13 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the principles of diagnosis and general treatment of poisoning in animals. 4
PLO14 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Learns general diagnosis and treatment protocols of animal diseases.
PLO15 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies necessary measures, including biosecurity, to control infectious diseases.
PLO16 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Clinically recognizes zoonotic and notifiable diseases and knows how to take appropriate precautions.
PLO17 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Performs systematic necropsy on dead animals, evaluates the findings, knows the methods of preserving tissues and directs them to the necessary laboratories.
PLO18 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knows the formation mechanisms of animal diseases and the pathological effects they cause in the body.
PLO19 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Determines the methods of diagnosis, prevention, treatment and operation of surgical diseases in different animal species.
PLO20 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Uses the main treatment methods of surgical diseases in animal species. Evaluates and monitors patients in the postoperative period.
PLO21 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Knows and applies sedation and anesthesia methods safely according to animal species.
PLO22 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Knows and applies pain management methods. 5
PLO23 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Correctly applies biosafety principles such as sterilization of clinical and laboratory equipment and clothing.
PLO24 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Applies the information about selection, hybridization and artificial insemination to be able to evaluate the productivity of animal breeds and to be able to carry out breeding work when necessary.
PLO25 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Examines scientific techniques and methods according to facts related to veterinary services and takes analysis or methodological responsibility for problems.
PLO26 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Determines clinical diagnosis and treatment protocols for diseases in different animal species.
PLO27 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Learns sufficient technological knowledge in the hygienic production, manufacturing, presentation for consumption and sales of animal foods produced for human consumption and/or foods containing animal products in their composition.
PLO28 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Performs health checks on animal foodstuffs offered for consumption.
PLO29 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Gains awareness about environmental and veterinary public health issues.
PLO30 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Follows updated legislation regarding veterinary services and uses it when necessary.
PLO31 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Knows the contribution of imaging methods in diagnosis. Performs an examination appropriate for the case by applying radiation safety according to current regulations.
PLO32 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Treats all animals in emergency cases and applies first aid methods.
PLO33 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Prepares care and feeding protocols specific to animal species.
PLO34 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Provides information to animal owners about breeding principles by evaluating the physical condition, welfare and rearing conditions of domestic animals.
PLO35 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Learns lifelong learning and training methods to maintain professional development and skills.
PLO36 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Gains awareness of working in cooperation with other colleagues within the framework of professional ethics and deontology rules.
PLO37 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Gains the ability to communicate effectively with patients, the community, colleagues and relevant authorities using appropriate language.
PLO38 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Independently understand and interpret articles and presentations published in veterinary medicine and other related scientific fields.
PLO39 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik When necessary, euthanizes animals using appropriate methods and respecting the feelings of animal owners.
PLO40 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Learns how to properly dispose of dead animal material, tissue samples, medical and chemical waste.
PLO41 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Evaluates laboratory results of animal diseases and applies correct diagnosis, prognosis and treatment methods based on the data obtained.
PLO42 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Knows to keep clinical and patient records with proper and scientific methods.
PLO43 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Learns to prepare case and necropsy reports in a way that is understandable to the society and relevant institutions at a professional level when necessary.
PLO44 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Knows how to manage animal production businesses and make appropriate management plans, while taking into account basic medical principles.
PLO45 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Understands the economic, sociocultural and emotional conditions in which veterinarians operate and positions themselves accordingly.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Basic concepts and definitions in immunology Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
2 Immune system cells, surface molecules, roles in immune response Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
3 Primary and secondary lymphoid organs, immunoreactive tasks and their importance Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
4 Immunoglobulins and basic structures Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
5 Phagocytosis and Phagocytic cells Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
6 Antigen processing and presentation (MHC) Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
7 Antibody-mediated immune response, Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
8 Mid-Term Exam Exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Sözlü Sınav, Yazılı Sınav
9 Cell-mediated immune response Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
10 Immunological tolerance Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
11 Mucosal immunity of immunoglobulins, immunity in specialized mucosal systems Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
12 Immunity in fetus and newborn Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
13 Antigenic structure of microorganisms, immunological defense mechanisms in bacterial infections, ways for bacteria to escape the immune response Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
14 Hypersensitivity reactions, types of hypersensitivity and their mechanisms, autoimmunity and pathogenesis of autoimmunity Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar
15 Serolojical Tests Lecture notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Deney / Laboratuvar, Gösterip Yaptırma
16 Term Exams Exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Sözlü Sınav, Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Exam prepration Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Sözlü Sınav, Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 6 6
Final Exam 1 10 10
Total Workload (Hour) 86
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,44
ECTS 3 ECTS

Update Time: 17.05.2024 11:12