Biochemistry Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: 01-S1BT12.2016

Module name: Biochemistry
Module code: 1BT_18
Programme code: 01-S1BT12.2016
Semester:
  • winter semester 2018/2019
  • winter semester 2017/2018
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 6
Description:
The course focuses on structure and functions of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids. Students learn expression of genetic information within prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Students explore location and relationship of metabolic network structure to its function. Familiarise themselves with structure and function of electron transport chain and principles of energy production. Students learn and practice manual skills in the lab. Drawing conclusions improve student’s ability to analyse and interpret collected empirical data.
Prerequisites:
Implementation of the learning outcomes of the modules on chemistry, mathematics and physics
Key reading:
see syllabus compulsory reading
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]
Student knows the basic concepts of physics and chemistry [1BT_18_1]
 1BT_W02 [3/5] 1BT_W04 [5/5]
Student describes the structure, function and metabolism pathways of carbohydrates, lipids and organic nitrogen compounds such as aminoacids, proteins and nucleic acids within prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells [1BT_18_2]
 1BT_W03 [5/5] 1BT_W04 [5/5]
Student demonstrates the knowledge of the integration of metabolism along with mechanisms of energy production and conservation [1BT_18_3]
 1BT_W06 [5/5] 1BT_W09 [4/5] 1BT_W11 [5/5]
Student gains knowledge through searching available resources of scientific information [1BT_18_4]
 1BT_U02 [4/5]
Student performs simple laboratory experiments under the direction of supervisor [1BT_18_5]
 1BT_U05 [5/5] 1BT_K01 [3/5] 1BT_K07 [4/5]
Student writes a report including observation and interpretation of the results of the experiments [1BT_18_6]
 1BT_U05 [5/5] 1BT_K01 [3/5] 1BT_K07 [4/5]
Student has ability to work well independently as well as part of a team [1BT_18_7]
 1BT_U11 [5/5] 1BT_K05 [5/5]
Student follows the rules of laboratory work and cares about the safety of others. Student is able to take care of the laboratory equipment used during courses [1BT_18_8]
 1BT_U14 [5/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Exam [1BT_18_w_1]
Written work verifying the level of understanding of the information acquired during the lectures. One condition for admission of a student to the final exam is to pass the laboratory classes
 1BT_18_1 1BT_18_2 1BT_18_3 1BT_18_4
Continuous assessment of practical skills [1BT_18_w_2]
Estimation of the student's skills when using the laboratory equipment, assessment of behaviour and respecting the safety rules for the entire laboratory. Evaluation of the basic understanding of the scientific methods and observation of performance of the experiment and student’s ability to draw conclusions.
 1BT_18_5 1BT_18_7 1BT_18_8
Laboratory report [1BT_18_w_3]
Students prepare a report describing the results and conclusions of the experiment.
 1BT_18_1 1BT_18_2 1BT_18_6
Test [1BT_18_w_4]
Written work consisted of short questions verifying the level of knowledge and skills necessary for understanding the laboratory classes
 1BT_18_1 1BT_18_2 1BT_18_3 1BT_18_4
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 [1BT_18_fs_1]
Multimedia lecture
 30
Memorising and understanding the material from the lectures
 20 Exam [1BT_18_w_1]
laboratory classes [1BT_18_fs_2]
Cooperative work in the biochemical laboratory under the supervision of lecturer, performing experiments according to the instructions given to students, analysis of the results Consultations: Clarification or discussion on material from the lectures and assistance in the preparation of the report
60
Reading instructions, planning and basic understanding of the scientific method, preparation of report
 40 Continuous assessment of practical skills [1BT_18_w_2] Laboratory report [1BT_18_w_3] Test [1BT_18_w_4]
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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