ABL512 Forensic Genetics

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

Information

Code ABL512
Name Forensic Genetics
Term 2023-2024 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 genetics.

Course Content

Genetic inheritance patterns and gene mutation. Nuclear and mitochondrial DNA. DNApolymorphisms, Forensic DNA analysis. Interpretation and reporting of DNA analysis results

Course Precondition

none

Resources

Fundamentals of Forensic DNA Typing, John Butler 2005; An Introduction to Forensic Genetics, W.Goodwin, A.Linacre, S. Hadi.2007

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 Identify examples of "prosecutor's mistake" in trial transcripts and court decisions.
LO08 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 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. 2
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knows the concept of expertise and forensic procedural approach. 2
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Recognize the statistical methods that are frequently used in studies in the field of Forensic Sciences. 3
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. 2
PLO09 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Uses the knowledge and research methods obtained in the field in solving forensic cases. 3
PLO10 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Takes responsibility by participating in teamwork 2
PLO11 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Develops solutions for solving complex problems that may be encountered in the field of Forensic Sciences. 2
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Can lead in certain challenging Forensic circumstances include interdisciplinary ones.
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Follow the scientific meetings and researches in forensic area.
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Discusses current developments and studies with different groups in written, oral and visual formats. 3
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Uses current developments, information and practices in Forensic Sciences for the benefit of society. 3


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction and history reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
2 DNA structure and the genome reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
3 General DNA sources, biological evidence and importance reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
4 Biological materal-collection, characterization and storage-delivery chain of evidence reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
5 Preliminary examination of biological materials reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Gösteri
6 DNA polymorphisms-Short Tandem repeats reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
7 DNA extraction and quantitation reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösteri, Deney / Laboratuvar
8 Mid-Term Exam self-study Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Sözlü Sınav, Performans Değerlendirmesi
9 Polymerase Chain reaction reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Deney / Laboratuvar
10 STR analysis reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösteri, Deney / Laboratuvar
11 Assessment of STR profiles reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası, Deney / Laboratuvar
12 Statistical interpretation of STR profiles reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme
13 Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri, Deney / Laboratuvar
14 Y-STR reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme
15 mtDNA reading references Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Beyin Fırtınası, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme
16 Term Exams self study Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
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

Update Time: 09.05.2023 09:53