Bbiocatalysts Field of study: Biology
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2023

Module name: Bbiocatalysts
Module code: 1BL_23_59
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 aim of the course is for the student to obtain the following: (1) extended knowledge in the field of biocatalysis and biocatalysts (2) the ability to plan and carry out simple experiments, observations and analyses of selected parameters characterizing protein biocatalysts; (3) the ability to creatively express one's own thoughts and thresholds related to biocatalysis processes. The main assumption of the module is to introduce the student to the topic of catalytic and regulatory strategies, which are crucial for efficient biocatalysis. During the course, research methods of biocatalysts and methods of their application and protection for biotechnological processes will be discussed. The overriding idea of the course is to make the student aware of the omnipresence of biocatalysts in human life and the biotechnology industry, as well as to draw attention to the benefits of their use. Lectures include extended knowledge of the structure and characteristics of biocatalysts, catalytic and regulatory strategies, abzymes and synzymes as examples of biocatalysts, and methods of protecting protein biocatalysts. The laboratory covers the basics of planning experiments, performing simple measurements and observations related to determining the influence of physical and chemical factors on enzyme activity, processing collected data and their presentation.
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]
Defines the basic concepts and processes related to biocatalysts [01]
 1BL_W01 [4/5] 1BL_W02 [4/5]
Plans experiments allowing for the characterization of protein enzymes. [02]
 1BL_W08 [4/5] 1BL_U01 [5/5] 1BL_U06 [5/5]
Analyzes the obtained results and draws correct conclusions [03]
 1BL_W01 [4/5] 1BL_W09 [3/5] 1BL_U02 [3/5] 1BL_U03 [4/5] 1BL_U08 [5/5]
Specifies the conditions of biocatalysis [04]
 1BL_W04 [3/5] 1BL_U01 [4/5]
Builds own experimental setups using enzymatic methods [05]
 1BL_W01 [4/5] 1BL_W05 [3/5] 1BL_W06 [5/5] 1BL_W08 [3/5]
Revises theses depending on the results obtained [06]
 1BL_U03 [3/5] 1BL_U08 [4/5] 1BL_K01 [3/5]
Adapts to the difficulties that arise during the experiment [07]
 1BL_U11 [4/5] 1BL_U12 [4/5] 1BL_K01 [4/5]
Solves problems related to broadly understood biocatalysis in a group [08]
 1BL_U03 [4/5] 1BL_U11 [5/5] 1BL_K01 [5/5] 1BL_K04 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 10 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  course work 01 02 04 05
laboratory classes [02] 20 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  course work 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08
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
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.
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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