BOR FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES / NUTRITION AND DIETETICS / BES2032 - IMMUNE SYSTEM AND NUTRITION

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

           
Course Code Semester   Course Type   Course Level   Course Language
     
  
Course Title Theoretical Practical ECTS
Turkish Name of the Course
Course Coordinator E Mail
Assistant Staff of the Course E Mail
Course Objective
Brief Content of the Course
Prerequisites

Course Objectives
 
Course Objectives 
1To define the basic terms, components, and general characteristics of the immune system, enabling students to build a solid foundation at the introductory level of immunology
2To compare innate and adaptive immune mechanisms, explaining their functional differences and interactions
3To explain antigen collection and presentation processes, emphasizing their critical role in initiating immune responses
4To analyze cell-mediated immune responses and mechanisms of action, ensuring an understanding of the roles and functions of T lymphocyte subsets
5To explain humoral immune responses, comprehensively evaluating the roles of B lymphocytes, plasma cells, and antibodies
6To discuss mechanisms of immunological tolerance and autoimmunity, enabling students to grasp the balance and dysregulation of the immune system
7To explain hypersensitivity reactions and immune response–related diseases, interpreting the pathophysiological processes in relation to nutrition
8To explain the effects of prebiotics, probiotics, nucleotides, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals on immunity, highlighting the significance of immunonutrients
9To evaluate the interactions between nutrition and the immune system in the light of current scientific evidence, enhancing students’ critical thinking skills
10To analyze recent literature findings and develop original interpretations and recommendations regarding the nutrition–immunology relationship
 
Course Category
Course Category Percentage
Mathematics and Basic Sciences
Basic Vocational Courses