Introduction to Biochemistry
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1FA003
- Code
- 1FA003
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Biology G2F, Chemistry G2F, Physics G2F
- Grading system
- Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail (U)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 29 February 2024
- Responsible department
- Department of Physics and Astronomy
Entry requirements
90 credits in physics and 25 credits in mathematics and/or mathematical statistics.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- describe the chemical features of biomolecules and principles for chemical bonding.
- explain the relationship between structure and function of biomolecules.
- account for molecular processes and thermodynamics in biological systems.
- plan, carry out, document and account for biochemical experiments.
- assess and use scientific literature and internet resources for studies in biochemistry
Content
Chemical principles for the structure and features of biomolecules and molecular complexes in living cells
Structure of macromolecules (structural levels, dynamics and modifications), and structure-function relationships.
Molecular interactions in biological systems.
Molecular processes and thermodynamics in biological systems, such as protein folding, protein-ligand interactions, enzyme catalysis, bioenergetics and energy transformation, transport and signal transduction.
Visualisation of macromolecules using computer graphics.
General methods for production, and characterisation of biomolecules.
Instruction
Lectures, laboratory work, project. Laboratory work and project are carried out individually or in groups.
Assessment
Laboratory work and and project (4 credits). Laboratory works inlcudes a written report, project i examined orally and in written form. Written examination (6 credits) at the end of the course. The final grade is given as a weighted average grade for all assessed parts.
If there are special reasons for doing so, an examiner may make an exception from the method of assessment indicated and allow a student to be assessed by another method. An example of special reasons might be a certificate regarding special pedagogical support from the disability coordinator of the university.
Other regulations
Cannot be included in a degree together with either of the courses Biochemistry 10 credits (1KB409) or Biochemistry I 5 credits (1KB408).