Techniques of plant tissues analysis Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023

Module name: Techniques of plant tissues analysis
Module code: 1BT_23_61
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The subject provides specialist knowledge on the classification of plant tissue analysis methods, introduces basic terms and definitions related to the techniques of histological analysis. The student acquires knowledge about the theoretical foundations of histology and histochemistry of plant tissues and acquires practical skills in: making permanent and unstable preparations, fixation, dehydratation, embedding in resins or wax and staining.
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]
Shows caution in the analysis of the obtained results and their interpretation, verifies the source information referring to the natural sciences and achievements of biotechnology. [K01]
 1BT_K03 [4/5]
Selects and uses available sources of information, synthesizes the obtained data, formulates conclusions and participates in scientific discussions on issues related to the structure and function of plant tissues. [U01]
 1BT_U01 [3/5] 1BT_U02 [3/5]
Demonstrates the ability to work independently as well as work and communicate in a team. [U02]
 1BT_U04 [3/5]
Describes, classifies and analyzes physicochemical and biological processes occurring in nature and their molecular basis used in plant tissue analysis techniques. [W01]
 1BT_W02 [4/5]
Recognizes complex relationships occurring in nature based on microscopic and ultrastructural analysis. [W02]
 1BT_W03 [3/5] 1BT_W04 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [L_1] 25 Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  		course work K01 U02 W02
lecture [W_1] 5 Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam U01 W01
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
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
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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