Regulation of the differentiation and function of plant cells and tissues Field of study: Biology
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2023

Module name: Regulation of the differentiation and function of plant cells and tissues
Module code: 1BL_23_47
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • winter semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The main assumption of the course is to provide basic knowledge about the factors involved in the regulation of cell differentiation and growth, which will not only broaden students' knowledge in the field of basic sciences, but also show how this knowledge can be used in practice (agriculture, horticulture and tissue culture). The aim of the course is for the student to obtain: (1) Basic knowledge of selected mechanisms regulating cell differentiation and growth, with particular emphasis on the role selected hormones (mainly auxins) in developmental pathways: "from the top", "from the cambium" and in in vitro cultures, symplasmic communication as a factor regulating plant morphogenesis, and the impact of biotic and abiotic factors on the differentiation of plant cells, physiological phenomena regulated by auxins and molecular mechanisms of auxins operation, including biosynthetic pathways and perception. (2) Skills in planning and conducting simple experiments, observations and analyzes of selected parameters characterizing the impact of the indicated ones above factors on the vital functions of plants. (3) Practical skills in conducting simple experiments, analyzing them and making scientific documentation. (4) The ability to creatively express one's own thoughts and views.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
He understands the importance of knowledge in solving problems. [K_01]
 1BL_K01 [4/5]
He can use the basic techniques and research tools of experimental biology. [U_01]
 1BL_U01 [4/5]
Can plan and perform simple physical, biological and chemical measurements in the laboratory and make appropriate observations. [U_02]
 1BL_U12 [3/5]
Has knowledge of the basic laws of physics and chemistry necessary to understand the processes related to the basic mechanisms of regulating the differentiation of plant cells. [W_01]
 1BL_W01 [4/5]
Knows and understands the structure and functioning of organisms at different levels of life organization and understands the relationship between the influence of internal and environmental factors on cell differentiation. [W_02]
 1BL_W03 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [L_01] 30 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  course work K_01 U_01 U_02
lecture [W-01] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work W_01 W_02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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