ACADEMIC CATALOG

BIOL372 INTRODUCTION TO MODELLING IN BIOLOGY

Course Code:	2380372
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):	3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:	8.0
Department:	Biology
Language of Instruction:	English
Level of Study:	Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:
Offered Semester:	Fall Semesters.

-Understand the role and importance of mathematical models in biology

-Understand the usage of differential equations in biological models

-Read and interpret ecological and evolutionary model equations

-Use models to describe how biological systems change over time

-Construct and analyze new models

-Use R to write model equations and draw graphs

Students will be able to:

1. understand the basic dynamics of the equations used in theoretical models on biological questions

2. distinguish between different modelling approaches

3. read and comprehend the R code of a simple biological model and plot graphs effectively

Level of Contribution
#	Program Outcomes	0	1	2	3
1	Perform basic laboratory and field techniques/approaches used in various branches of biology.	✔
2	Understand and apply principles of laboratory and field safety.	✔
3	Understand the inner workings of the scientific processes, think critically, and frame questions using experimental and theoretical approaches in biology.				✔
4	Proficiency in communicating issues in both English and Turkish.				✔
5	Read, and understand scientific communications from primary literature in biology.		✔
6	Identify and explain issues in biological sciences.			✔
7	Be ready to take new theoretical and technological challenges by recognizing the value and act upon the need for lifelong learning.			✔
8	Work as an individual, as well as a team member, and assume leadship when needed.			✔
9	Follow the rules of scientific ethics within their careers and professions.		✔

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