Biological Active Molecules – Introduction to Cell Biology and Biological Chemistry
2023/2024
Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module
The module adds to the knowledge obtained in General ChemistryContent, progress and pedagogy of the module
Learning objectives
Knowledge
Students who have passed the module should be able to
- describe the structure of cells
- explain the structures, properties and function of biologically active molecules
- explain the cellular energy turnover
- explain DNA structure and replication
- explain biotechnology technologies
- describe the structure and function of proteins
- describe the structure and function of lipids and membranes
- explain metabolism
- explain the energy turnover in cells
- explain the mode of action and regulation of enzymes
- explain how DNA can be used in modern recombinant technologies
- explain the interaction between chemistry and biology at the cellular level
Skills
- use literature on cell biological topics
Type of instruction
Lectures as well as theoretical and practical exercises
Extent and expected workload
150 hours
Exam
Prerequisite for enrollment for the exam
- Approved active participation in teaching is a prerequisite for
participation in the regular exam
Approved assignments are a prerequisite for participation in the re-examination
Exams
| Name of exam | Biological Active Molecules – Introduction to Cell Biology and Biological Chemistry |
| Type of exam | Written or oral exam |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Assessment | Passed/Not Passed |
| Type of grading | Internal examination |
| Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures |
Facts about the module
| Danish title | Biologisk aktive molekyler – introduktion til cellebiologi og biologisk kemi |
| Module code | K-KT-D2-1 |
| Module type | Course |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Semester | Spring
|
| ECTS | 5 |
| Language of instruction | Danish and English |
| Empty-place Scheme | Yes |
| Location of the lecture | Campus Esbjerg |
| Responsible for the module |
Organisation
| Education owner | Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Engineering (Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology) |
| Study Board | Study Board of Chemistry and Bioscience |
| Department | Department of Chemistry and Bioscience |
| Faculty | The Faculty of Engineering and Science |
