Genetics, Cell Biology and Microbiology
Course evaluation
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BI1278-10101 - Course evaluation report
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Additional course evaluations for BI1278
Academic year 2021/2022
Genetics, Cell Biology and Microbiology (BI1278-10152)
2021-08-30 - 2021-11-01
Academic year 2020/2021
Genetics, Cell Biology and Microbiology (BI1278-10262)
2020-08-31 - 2020-11-01
Academic year 2019/2020
Genetics, Cell Biology and Microbiology (BI1278-10214)
2019-09-02 - 2019-10-31
Academic year 2018/2019
Genetics, Cell Biology and Microbiology (BI1278-10139)
2018-09-03 - 2018-11-11
Academic year 2017/2018
Genetics, Cell Biology and Microbiology (BI1278-10006)
2017-08-28 - 2017-11-05
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
BI1278 Genetics, Cell Biology and Microbiology, 15.0 Credits
Genetik, cellbiologi och mikrobiologiSubjects
Biology BiologyEducation cycle
Bachelor’s levelModules
Title | Credits | Code |
---|---|---|
Laborations, group exercises and problem solving | 3.0 | 0202 |
Written exam, Genetics and Cell Biology | 7.0 | 0203 |
Written exam, Microbiology | 5.0 | 0204 |
Advanced study in the main field
First cycle, has less than 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirementsBachelor’s level (G1F)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
SwedishPrior knowledge
Basic knowledge in Chemistry equivalent to 10 credits of which 5 credits are Biochemistry.Objectives
The course aims at giving basic knowledge and laboratory training in genetics, cell biology and microbiology. The students will get knowledge of the basic principles in genetics and fundamental knowledge of the structure, function and energy metabolism of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
After completion of the course students are expected to be able to:
describe organization, communication and function of the cell
describe how genetic material is transferred between cells and generations
analyze different types of inheritance, gene order and linkage between genes
analyze the genetic variation within and between populations and evaluate natural processes affecting the population genetic structure
calculate heritability of traits and the effect of selection
describe the multiple ways of cells to extract energy
describe the microbial background to the society problems related to use of antibiotics
use basic laboratory techniques in genetics, microbiology and cell biology
search and evaluate scientific information based on a scientific question
write a report based on experimental results
Content
The course comprises genetics, cell biology and microbiology. Laboratory practicals constitute an important part of the course.
In lectures, and compulsory laboratory practicals and group exercises the following sections are addressed:
structure, function and morphology of bacteria, fungi, plant and animal cells, and viruses
the flow of genetic information: DNA-replication, RNA-synthesis, RNA-splicing and protein synthesis
biological membranes, transport mechanisms and communication within and among cells
cell division and formation of sex cells
inheritance theory of Mendel and its extension
genetic recombination and linkage analysis
mutations
population genetics and conservation of genetic diversity
quantitative genetics
energy metabolism and energy yield (aerobic and anaerobic respiration, fermentation, methanogenesis, syntrophy, litotrophy, photosynthesis) in bacteria
bacterial genetics (conjugation, transduction and transformation)
cultivation of microorganisms, substrate and growth
disinfection and antibiotics
fungi and bacteria, identification and classification
information retrieval and lab report writing
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
Approved examinations, approved written assignments and oral presentations, and approved participation in compulsory activities.
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
The prerequisites can be achieved, for example, by having attended the courses in Basic chemistry I, 15 hp (KE0062) and Basic chemistry II, 7,5 hp (KE0063) with at least 10 credits passed results. Course parts with passed results should include at least 5 credits Biochemistry.Some learning activities may be conducted in English.
Responsible department
Department of Plant Biology