| Semester | Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | T+P+L | Credit | Number of ECTS Credits |
| 1 | MBG428 | EPIGENETICS | 3+0+0 | 3 | 5 |
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Language of Instruction
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English
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Level of Course Unit
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Bachelor's Degree
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Department / Program
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MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND GENETICS
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Type of Program
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Formal Education
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Type of Course Unit
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Elective
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Course Delivery Method
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Face To Face
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Objectives of the Course
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1-Teach the mechanisms of epigenetics
2- Clarify the differences between mendelian genetics and epigenetics
3- Advance students’ critical thinking processes and proficiency in scientific reading
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Course Content
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Epigenetic mechanisms alter gene expression which results in short and long-term functional consequences. The course covers epigenetic mechanisms; (1) histone modifications, (2) DNA methylation, and (3) expression of small RNAs. The role of epigenetics in stem cell differentiation, aging and cancer with emphasis on the most common research tools used to dissect epigenetic changes.
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Course Methods and Techniques
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Prerequisites and co-requisities
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None
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Course Coordinator
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None
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Name of Lecturers
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None
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Assistants
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None
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Work Placement(s)
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No
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Recommended or Required Reading
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Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"
Assessment Methods and Criteria
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant
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