Plants in biotechnology Field of study: Biology
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2023

Module name: Plants in biotechnology
Module code: 1BL_23_49
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 module provides knowledge of the primary methods used in plant biotechnology and recognizes their benefits and risks. Defines the methodological basis of in vitro cultures and genetic transformation of plants. It presents the basic knowledge of the action of chemical and physical mutagens in plant organisms. It provides the student with knowledge of the applications of mutagenesis in basic research, biotechnology, and practical plant breeding. Laboratory classes familiarize students with basic biotechnological techniques, including the genetic transformation of plants, in vitro plant regeneration, and analysis of transgenic plants, as well as assessment of the influence of mutagens on DNA structure. In self-conducted experiments, the student learns the skills of working in a specialized biotechnology laboratory, recognizes the risks and rules of handling transgenic material, collects empirical data, and analyzes and interprets the results of the conducted experiments. Possibilities of using biotechnology in agriculture, environmental protection, and other branches of the economy as well as in basic research, are presented.
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]
Lists and defines the basic methods of plant biotechnology, including techniques of genetic transformation and in vitro cultures of cells and tissues, types of mutations induced by the action of physical and chemical mutagens, and explains the theoretical basis of the known methods of evaluating the effect of mutagens on the plant genome. [1BL_23_49_1]
 1BL_W02 [5/5] 1BL_W05 [5/5]
Recognizes and applies the basic techniques used in the biotechnology laboratory focused on working with plant material. [1BL_23_49_2]
 1BL_W02 [5/5] 1BL_W05 [5/5] 1BL_W08 [5/5] 1BL_U06 [5/5] 1BL_U11 [5/5] 1BL_U12 [5/5]
Plans and performs analyses using molecular tests to detect DNA damage. Describes the effects of the experiment, analyze the results, draw conclusions, and present them as a report. [1BL_23_49_3]
 1BL_W02 [5/5] 1BL_W05 [5/5] 1BL_U01 [5/5] 1BL_U04 [5/5] 1BL_U05 [5/5] 1BL_U06 [5/5] 1BL_U09 [5/5] 1BL_U11 [5/5]
It applies the principles of bioethics and the principles of safe handling of transgenic material [1BL_23_49_4]
 1BL_W12 [5/5]
Understands and describes the application of mutagenesis in basic research, biotechnology, and plant breeding. [1BL_23_49_5]
 1BL_W02 [5/5] 1BL_W05 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [1BL_23_49_w_1] 10 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work 1BL_23_49_1 1BL_23_49_2 1BL_23_49_3 1BL_23_49_5
laboratory classes [1BL_23_49_w_2] 35 Screen presentation [c07] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work 1BL_23_49_1 1BL_23_49_2 1BL_23_49_3 1BL_23_49_4 1BL_23_49_5
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
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
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
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