Instrumental analysis in biotechnology Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023

Module name: Instrumental analysis in biotechnology
Module code: 1BT_23_01
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the course is to familiarise students with analytical techniques used in biological sciences. The scope of the course includes: methods of sampling, sample preservation, preparation of samples for analysis, instrumental analysis, methods of archiving results, processing of the obtained results and their interpretation. The physical and chemical bases of the techniques used are presented, as well as the principles of operation of the equipment used. Within the scope of the classes, students become acquainted with, among others, the following methods: isotopic, centrifugation and ultracentrifugation, fluorescence, gas and liquid chromatography, scanning microscopy liquid, scanning electron microscopy, fluorescence microscopy with microscopic image analysis and the Path Clamp technique. During the course the student has the opportunity to program the apparatus independently.
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]
Has knowledge of mathematics, computer science, physics, chemistry and biology in the acquisition of skills in the use of research apparatus. [1BT_23_01_01]
 1BT_W01 [4/5]
Knows historical examples of the use of selected research methods and understands the importance of interpreting the results obtained by these techniques of analysis. [1BT_23_01_02]
 1BT_W02 [4/5]
Has the habit of knowing the principles of the device used and the software that supports it. [1BT_23_01_03]
 1BT_W06 [4/5] 1BT_W11 [5/5]
Understands the principles of selecting an analytical method to meet research needs, can design a workstation and plan an experiment using instrumental analyses. [1BT_23_01_04]
 1BT_W13 [4/5] 1BT_U04 [3/5] 1BT_U09 [3/5] 1BT_K01 [4/5]
Knows the principles of collecting and processing the analytical data obtained. [1BT_23_01_05]
 1BT_W07 [5/5] 1BT_U03 [4/5]
Be able to interpret the results obtained and, based on the knowledge gained, correctly comment on the studies presented in the literature studies based on known methods of instrumental analysis. [1BT_23_01_06]
 1BT_U03 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [1BT_23_00_fz1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02]  		course work 1BT_23_01_01 1BT_23_01_02 1BT_23_01_03 1BT_23_01_04
laboratory classes [1BT_23_00_fz2] 45 Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  		course work 1BT_23_01_03 1BT_23_01_04 1BT_23_01_05 1BT_23_01_06
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
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
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
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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