VTS142 Basics of Bioinformatics

4 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 2. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Code VTS142
Name Basics of Bioinformatics
Term 2024-2025 Academic Year
Semester 2. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label GC General Culture Courses E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SİNAN KANDIR
Course Instructor Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SİNAN KANDIR (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

This course aims to provide students with fundamental theoretical knowledge and practical skills in accessing data using web-based infrastructures in bioinformatics. In particular, the course focuses on how biological databases are accessed, analyzed, and applied within veterinary medicine.

Course Content

Bioinformatics concept and its applications, information theory, collection of data, its manipulation and allocation, creation of a database and its usage, analysis of protein and nucleotide databases, primer design, interpretation of nucleotide sequence analysis results and bioinformatics in veterinary medicine.

Course Precondition

None

Resources

Introduction to Bioinformatics, Arthur M. Lesk, Oxford University Press, New York, 2002. Bioinformatics : A Practical Approach, Shui Qing Ye, Chapman and Hall/CRC, London, 2007. Bioinformatics, ed. Jonathan M. Keith, Humana press, London, 2008.

Notes

Relevant literature, lecture notes, presentations, and topic-related video materials.


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Explains the fundamental concepts of bioinformatics and its applications in veterinary medicine.
LO02 Recognizes bioinformatics databases related to veterinary genetics (OMIM, Ensembl, NCBI).
LO03 Describes the fundamental principles of DNA and protein sequence analysis.
LO04 Identifies biological data formats such as FASTA and GenBank.
LO05 Explains the core functionalities of commonly used bioinformatics software like BLAST.
LO06 Develops basic skills in interpreting bioinformatics data.
LO07 Defines bioinformatics applications in veterinary medicine and explains the use of genetic databases.
LO08 Gains awareness of ethical regulations and data security in bioinformatics.
LO09 Follows recent developments in veterinary bioinformatics applications.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Distinguishes animal species and breeds based on their structural (morphological), functional (physiological, biochemical) and behavioral characteristics and whether they can be consumed for food purposes.
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the sources, physical and chemical properties and preparation of drugs.
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Describes the effects and side effects of medications on patients
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the formation mechanisms of animal diseases and their pathological effects on the body.
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal It makes efficiency evaluations among animal breeds and, when necessary, carries out selection, hybridization and artificial insemination at a level that can carry out breeding work.
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Disposes of dead animal material, tissue samples, medical and chemical waste appropriately in accordance with international, national laws and regulations.
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı It determines the correct approach area for the patient by evaluating the examination, operation etc. practices in the clinic according to the topographic anatomy.
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Uses biochemical parameters in diagnostic processes by evaluating the information obtained with cause-effect relationships. 2
PLO09 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Writes prescriptions in accordance with diagnosis and treatment protocols for diseases and poisoning in animals. 4
PLO10 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Implements necessary measures, including biosecurity, to control infectious diseases.
PLO11 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Performs necropsy to evaluate findings in dead animals, directs tissues to the necessary laboratory according to appropriate storage methods and prepares a report. 1
PLO12 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Monitors patients in the post-operative process according to the main treatment methods of surgical diseases in animal species.
PLO13 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies sedation, anesthesia and pain management methods safely according to animal species.
PLO14 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Correctly applies biosafety principles such as sterilization of clinical and laboratory equipment and clothing.
PLO15 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı It regulates the care and feeding protocols according to animal species and supervises the consumption of animal foods produced for human consumption or foods containing animal products in their composition.
PLO16 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Evaluates laboratory results of animal diseases and applies correct diagnosis, prognosis and treatment methods based on the data obtained.
PLO17 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği He/she is conscious of performing his/her profession by being aware of his/her powers and responsibilities.
PLO18 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. 3
PLO19 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği It uses adequate technology in the hygienic production, manufacturing, processing, consumption and sales of food by conducting health control of animal food products produced for human consumption.
PLO20 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Lists the methods of producing and using scientific knowledge in his/her professional field. 5
PLO21 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Uses updated legislation regarding veterinary services when necessary.
PLO22 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Performs an examination appropriate to the case, applying the contribution of imaging methods to diagnosis and radiation safety in accordance with current regulations.
PLO23 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Keeps clinical and patient records using proper and scientific methods.
PLO24 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği By observing the basic principles of medicine, it develops management methods and appropriate management plans for animal production enterprises.
PLO25 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Implement social projects and plans with social awareness, based on professional skills and authority with a computer usage license, advanced computer software. 4
PLO26 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Works in cooperation with other colleagues by following the world agenda within the framework of professional ethics and deontology rules.
PLO27 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Produces solutions to field-specific problems in line with scientific data/evidence. 3
PLO28 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik He/she has the ethical values ​​of the veterinary profession and defends these values.
PLO29 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Takes appropriate precautions by clinically recognizing zoonosis and notifiable diseases.
PLO30 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Determines the methods of diagnosis, prevention, treatment and operation of diseases in different animal species.
PLO31 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik In emergency cases, intervenes in all animals and applies first aid methods.
PLO32 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Makes judgments on animal husbandry principles and breeding by assessing the physical condition, welfare and rearing conditions of domestic animals, communicating appropriately with animal owners and colleagues.
PLO33 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Independently interprets articles and presentations published in other scientific fields related to Veterinary Medicine to maintain professional development and skills.
PLO34 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik When necessary, euthanizes animals using appropriate methods and respecting the feelings of animal owners.
PLO35 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik By mastering the concepts of occupational safety in terms of the workplace and the personnel working with it, they have the competence to apply and defend it.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Fundamental Concepts of Bioinformatics Reviewing course materials (books, articles, lecture notes) Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
2 Introduction to Bioinformatics Tools and Basic Algorithms Reading about bioinformatics fundamentals, reviewing resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
3 Bioinformatics Tools - Gene Databases Exploring web-based bioinformatics tools Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
4 Bioinformatics Tools - Omics Databases Researching and utilizing bioinformatics tools Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
5 Literature Review and Modern Bioinformatics Tools Literature review in bioinformatics, understanding omics databases Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Örnek Olay, Gösterip Yaptırma
6 FASTA and GenBank File Formats Accessing omics databases and retrieving data Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Örnek Olay, Grup Çalışması
7 BLAST and Sequence Alignment Techniques Accessing databases and analyzing retrieved data Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
8 Mid-Term Exam Reviewing previous topics Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Proje / Tasarım
9 Application of Bioinformatics Tools in Veterinary Medicine Reviewing articles on clinical bioinformatics, group work Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Grup Çalışması, Beyin Fırtınası
10 Gene Databases for Pet Animals Accessing databases, case studies, and group work Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
11 OMIM databases Accessing OMIM database, studying hereditary diseases Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
12 Gene databases of livestock animals Using bioinformatics tools to access omics data of farm animals Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
13 Gene databases of poultry Using bioinformatics tools to access omics data of poultry Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
14 Omics databases and precision veterinary medicine Understanding precision medicine concepts and group studies on hereditary diseases Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Beyin Fırtınası
15 Application of Artificial Intelligence in Bioinformatics Utilizing modern AI applications in bioinformatics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma, Tartışma
16 Term Exams Reviewing previous topics Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Proje / Tasarım, Performans Değerlendirmesi
17 Term Exams Reviewing previous topics Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Proje / Tasarım, Performans Değerlendirmesi


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 10 10
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
Final Exam 1 4 4
Total Workload (Hour) 100
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,00
ECTS 4 ECTS

Update Time: 22.02.2025 12:31