Ultrastructure of the eukaryotic cell Field of study: Biology
Programme code: W2-S2BI19.2022

Module name: Ultrastructure of the eukaryotic cell
Module code: 2BL_17a
Programme code: W2-S2BI19.2022
Semester:
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Description:
The module “Ultrastructure of the eukaryotic cell” familiarize the student with the construction and principle of operation of the electron microscope. The student learn the basics of the preparation the biological material for electron microscopy. Acquire knowledge of the ultrastructure of individual elements of animal and plant cells. Possess the ability to analyze the ultrastructure of eukaryotic cells and to identify the basic cellular structures. The acquired knowledge will allow to understand the relationships between ultrastructure and the function of cellular elements and will demonstrate the complexity of eukaryotic cell ultrastructure.
Prerequisites:
Recommended: Implementation of learning outcomes from the module on cell biology.
Key reading:
according to the syllabus
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]
Have at disposal a deeper knowledge in the ultrastructure of eukaryotic cells. [2BL_17_01]
 2BL_W01_P [5/5] 2BL_W02_P [5/5]
Classify typical cell organelles in plant and animal cells and explain the relationship between the structure of a given cell structure and its function. [2BL_17_02]
 2BL_W02_P [4/5] 2BL_W03_P [4/5] 2BL_W07_P [4/5]
Have knowledge of techniques for preparing biological material for electron microscopy and the principles of electron microscope. [2BL_17_03]
 2BL_W04_P [4/5]
Apply techniques appropriate for electron microscopy and use an electron microscope. [2BL_17_04]
 2BL_U01_P [4/5] 2BL_U03_P [4/5]
Distinguish observed intracellular structures. [2BL_17_05]
 2BL_U03_P [4/5]
Demonstrate the necessity to update the knowledge in the field of cell ultrastructure. [2BL_17_06]
 2BL_U06_P [3/5] 2BL_K01_P [3/5]
Discuss the possibilities of using the microscopic techniques in biology, biotechnology and related fields. [2BL_17_07]
 2BL_K01_P [3/5] 2BL_K02_P [3/5] 2BL_K03_P [3/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
exam [2BL_17_w01]
according to the rules set out in the syllabus
 2BL_17_01 2BL_17_02 2BL_17_03 2BL_17_04 2BL_17_05 2BL_17_06 2BL_17_07
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [2BL_17_fs01]
Lecture on selected issues with the use of audio-visual aids - multimedia presentations that illustrate the issues discussed.
 5
Independent acquire knowledge: work with the basic literature recommended in the syllabus, including supplementary literature - expanding and systematizing knowledge.
 20 exam [2BL_17_w01]
laboratory classes [2BL_17_fs02]
Work under the teacher's direction - acquisition of practical skills in the preparation of biological material and analysis of plant and animal cell ultrastructure. Observation of material in a transmission electron microscope, discussion and documentation of observed results (note, scheme), discussion. Consultation hours are foreseen for individual work with students – for solving problems posed by the student.
 40
Preparation for laboratory classes based on the literature recommended by the teacher.
 25 exam [2BL_17_w01]
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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