Principles of biotechnology Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023

Module name: Principles of biotechnology
Module code: 1BT_23_43
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 6
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module provides knowledge of the basic methods used in the biotechnology of microorganisms and plants and recognizes their benefits and risks. It defines the methodological basis of protoplast and anther cultures, and genetic transformation of plants. It demonstrates the screening and application of microorganisms, including genetically modified ones, in synthesizing biomaterials, primary and secondary metabolites, remediation of degraded environments, biological methods of energy generation, and implementation of environmentally friendly technologies. Laboratory classes familiarize students with basic biotechnological techniques, including synthesizing primary metabolites, immobilized cells and enzymes, aerobic and anaerobic processes, genetic transformation of plants, and analysis of transgenic plants. The possibilities of using biotechnology in the food industry, agriculture, environmental protection, and other branches of the economy and in basic research are presented. In self-conducted experiments, the student acquires the skills to work in a specialized biotechnology laboratory, recognizes the risks and rules of dealing with transgenic material and xenobiotic impurities, collects empirical data, and analyzes and interprets the results of the experiments.
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]
Complies with the rules of work in a specialist laboratory. [K01]
 1BT_K01 [5/5]
The student applies the principles of bioethics and the principles of safe handling of transgenic material. [K02]
 1BT_K04 [4/5]
The student recognizes and applies the basic techniques used in a biotechnology laboratory focused on working with microbiological and plant material. [U01]
 1BT_U03 [4/5] 1BT_U05 [3/5]
The student can apply basic biotechnological methods for the acquisition, modification, and analysis of microbiological and plant material. [U02]
 1BT_U02 [4/5] 1BT_U03 [4/5]
The students can describe the effects of the experiment, analyze the results, draw conclusions, and present them as a report. [U03]
 1BT_U03 [4/5]
The student knows and can present the basic biotechnology methods of microorganisms and plants, including the techniques of mutagenization and obtaining genetically modified microorganisms and plants. [W01]
 1BT_W03 [4/5] 1BT_W05 [3/5] 1BT_W06 [4/5] 1BT_W09 [4/5] 1BT_W11 [4/5] 1BT_W13 [4/5]
The student has basic knowledge of the possibility of using selected methods of biotechnology of microorganisms in the processes of synthesis of primary and secondary metabolites, remediation of degraded environments, and for replacing traditional technologies with environmentally friendly ones. [W02]
 1BT_W06 [4/5] 1BT_W08 [4/5] 1BT_W11 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [01] 55 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Production exercise – workshop [e02] 
Self-education [f01]  		course work K01 K02 U01 U03 W01 W02
lecture [02] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Video show [c02] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a programmed textbook [d02] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		exam U02 W01 W02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
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
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation 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
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
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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