Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
3KMY211Cosmetic Chemistry2+0+02424.10.2024

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Associate Degree
Department / Program Chemstry Technology
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The aim of this course is to provide students with fundamental knowledge about the chemical structures, formulations, and production processes of cosmetic products. It also aims to help students understand the raw materials, active ingredients used in cosmetics, and their effects on the skin. Quality control and legal regulations will also be covered.
Course Content This course will begin with an introduction to cosmetic chemistry, covering raw materials and active ingredients used in cosmetic products. The formulation processes of cosmetic products will be discussed in detail, with a focus on the chemistry of skincare and haircare products. Additionally, the chemical structure of perfumes and fragrances will be explored, followed by quality control and analysis methods in cosmetic products. The course will also cover legal regulations and standards related to the cosmetics industry, alongside discussions on environmental and ethical concerns. Finally, developments in next-generation cosmetic products, such as the chemistry of organic and natural cosmetics, will be examined.
Course Methods and Techniques
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator Asist Prof. Meltem Kasapoğlu Çalık
Name of Lecturers Instructor İbrahim Yaşar
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Kozmetik Kimyası Ve Analizi Dr. Sinan Mithat Muhammet, Dr. Fatma Erol, Dr. Ülkü Ünal, Dr. Şükrü Kalaycı, Gazi Kitabevi
Kozmetik Kimyası Güzelliğin Formülü, Zuhal Gerçek, Nobel Bilimsel Yayınevi

Course Category
Mathematics and Basic Sciences %30
Engineering %10
Science %20
Health %10
Field %30

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 20
Assignment 1 % 20
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
3
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 2 28
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 14 2 28
Assignments 1 10 10
Mid-terms 1 10 10
Final examination 1 15 15
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 4 91

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Kozmetik ürünlerin kimyasal yapısını bilir
2 Kozmetik ürünlerde kullanılan kalite kontrol ve analiz tekniklerini bilir.
3 Kozmetik ürünlerin üretimi ve pazarlanmasında geçerli olan yasal düzenlemeler ve standartlar hakkında bilgi sahibi olur.
4 Kozmetik sektörünün çevresel ve etik etkilerini anlayarak, sürdürülebilir ve etik kozmetik ürünler konusunda farkındalık kazanır.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction to Cosmetic Chemistry
2 Raw Materials and Active Ingredients in Cosmetic Products
3 Basic Principles of Cosmetic Product Formulation
4 Chemistry of Skincare Products
5 Chemistry of Haircare Products
6 Chemical Structure of Perfumes and Fragrances
7 Preservatives and Stabilizers in Cosmetic Products
8 Dyes and Pigments Used in Cosmetics
9 Production Techniques in Cosmetic Products
10 Quality Control Methods in Cosmetic Products
11 Legal Regulations in the Cosmetic Industry
12 Chemistry of Organic and Natural Cosmetics
13 Environmental and Ethical Impacts of Cosmetic Products
14 Final Evaluation

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
All 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
C1 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 2
C2 2 4 1 1 1 1 2 1
C3 3 2 1 2 2 2 2 1
C4 3 3 1 2 2 2 2 1

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