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Course Title	Code	Semester	L+U Hour	Credits	ECTS
HEAVY METALS AND ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES	ATO5602004		2 + 2	3.0	6.0

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Language of Instruction	Turkish
Course Level	Graduate Degree
Course Type	Compulsory
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Goals	The course "Heavy Metals and Analytical Techniques" aims to enhance students' abilities to identify and analyze heavy metal contaminants in environmental and biological samples. The course focuses on fundamental concepts and advanced analytical techniques to understand the biochemical effects of heavy metals and their potential harm to human health. Students will gain practical experience in detecting and quantifying heavy metals using spectroscopy and other modern analytical methods. Additionally, they will acquire knowledge in interpreting and reporting the data obtained throughout the course. This course provides critical knowledge for students aiming for careers in forensic science, environmental science, toxicology, biochemistry, and public health.
Course Content	The course "Heavy Metals and Analytical Techniques" enables students to comprehensively learn about the chemical and physical properties of heavy metals, their toxicokinetic processes, and their cellular and molecular effects. The course covers topics such as the impacts on organ systems and the clinical symptoms and diagnosis of heavy metal poisoning. Additionally, it provides extensive knowledge about analytical techniques, teaching both the theoretical and practical aspects of modern analytical methods such as atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS), inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), chromatographic techniques, and electroanalytical methods. Data interpretation and reporting are also significant parts of the course. Through case studies and discussions, students gain in-depth knowledge of real-world applications. This course aims to provide students with a strong foundation in environmental sciences, toxicology, and analytical chemistry.The course "Heavy Metals and Analytical Techniques" enables students to comprehensively learn about the chemical and physical properties of heavy metals, their toxicokinetic processes, and their cellular and molecular effects. The course covers topics such as the impacts on organ systems and the clinical symptoms and diagnosis of heavy metal poisoning. Additionally, it provides extensive knowledge about analytical techniques, teaching both the theoretical and practical aspects of modern analytical methods such as atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS), inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), chromatographic techniques, and electroanalytical methods. Data interpretation and reporting are also significant parts of the course. Through case studies and discussions, students gain in-depth knowledge of real-world applications. This course aims to provide students with a strong foundation in environmental sciences, toxicology, and analytical chemistry.
Learning Outcomes	1) Learns to define and analyse heavy metals. 2) Learns the effects of heavy metals on health. 3) Learns to interpret and report data. 4) Develops awareness of environmental and public health. 5) Learns about the importance of heavy metals in forensic sciences.