BDY622 - GASTROINTESTINAL DISEASES and NUTRITION

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)
Application
(hours/week)
Credit ECTS
GASTROINTESTINAL DISEASES and NUTRITION BDY622 2nd Semester 2 0 2 6
PrequisitesNone
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Discussion
Question and Answer
Preparing and/or Presenting Reports
Project Design/Management
 
Instructor (s)Asst. Prof. Aylin Açıkgöz  
Course objectiveTo learn the effects of nutrition on pathology and therapy of gastrointestinal diseases, to learn the effects of gastrointestinal diseases on nutrtion status of patients, to develop individual medical nutrition therapy program for gastrointestinal diseases. 
Learning outcomes
  1. Explains phsyological and morphological functions of gastrointestinal system and relationship with foods.
  2. Learns gastrointestinal diseases and relationship with nutrition.
  3. Explains pathological changes of organs of gastrointestinal system and be capable of applying medical nutrition therapy according to pathological changes.
  4. Evaluates nutritional problems of patients with gastorintestinal disease and develop solution ways.
  5. Reviews research article about this subject and have gained the abilty of assessment of the situation.
Course ContentGastrointestinal diseases, incidance, etiology, symptoms and medical nutritional therapy of gastro intestinal system (GIS) diseases. 
References-Bowman BA and Russell RM (eds).Present Knowledge in Nutrition, 8th edition, ILSI Press,Washington,DC,2001.
-Baysal A, Aksoy M, Bozkurt N, Kutluay Merdol T, Pekcan P, Keçecioğlu S, Besler T, Mercanlıgil SM. Diyet El Kitabı, 4. baskı, Hatiboğlu Yayınevi,Ankara,2002.
-International Journals of Nutrition and Dietetics (European J Clin Nutr, JADA, Am J Clin. Nutr, etc.) and books
 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Gastrointestinal system properties
Week 2Gastrointestinal system properties
Week 3Mouth, osephagous diseasesand nutrition
Week 4Mouth, osephagous diseasesand nutrition
Week 5Stomach diseases and nutrition
Week 6Stomach diseases and nutrition
Week 7Literature review ,seminar
Week 8Intestine diseases and nutrition
Week 9Intestine diseases and nutrition
Week 10Intestine diseases and nutrition
Week 11Liver diseases and nutrition
Week 12Pancreas diseases and nutrition
Week 13Gallbladder diseases and nutrition
Week 14Literature review ,seminar
Week 15Preparation for Final Exam
Week 16Final Exam

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance00
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments00
Presentation120
Project00
Seminar130
Midterms00
Final exam150
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes250
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes150
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 2 28
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application000
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14342
Presentation / Seminar Preparation23060
Project000
Homework assignment000
Midterms (Study duration)000
Final Exam (Study duration) 14040
Total Workload3175170

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Has up-to-date knowledge based on evidence in the field and is knowledgeable about technological tools.    X
2. Interprets, analyzes, and reports data from individual or interdisciplinary scientific studies.    X
3. Conducts scientific research using the technological equipment necessary to generate new knowledge based on the information acquired in the field.    X
4. Conducts synthesis and analysis of acquired information, interprets, reports findings.    X
5. Utilizes appropriate statistical methods for the analysis of scientific research.    X
6. Publishes and presents scientific articles independently or collaboratively on field-related topics.    X
7. Takes responsibility when faced with problems related to the field, sets an example for the community, proposes solutions, and utilizes communication technologies    X
8. Embraces lifelong learning principles, keeps oneself updated, evaluates and interprets scientific articles with evidence-based practices.    X
9. Engages in national or international teamwork within the field, discusses and shares current scientific developments with individuals or groups outside the field through verbal or written communication when necessary.    X
10. Gathers and interprets scientific information ethically, contributes to, conducts, manages, and evaluates studies that will guide national and international nutrition plans and policies, prioritizing individuals and society.    X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest