BENP1003 Life of cell (5 cr)
Learning outcomes
This course discusses the evolution of cells, their structure, function and regulation. After the course the student can explain how cells have evolved and explain the main functions of nucleic acids, proteins, lipids and carbohyrdates in cells and tissues. The student can also describe the main cellular structures and their functions. The student understand the flow of hereditary information and basic principles of metabolism.
Study methods
Book, lectures, web-based exercises and exams
Content
The main concepts covered in the course are: the role of water in cellular function, classification of biological macromolecules, thermodynamics of life, structure of cells, cellular membranes, intracellular signal transduction, cell respiration, and cell division.
Materials
Campbell's Biology 10th ed (or newer). Video lectures.
Literature:
| ISBN-number | Author, year of publication, title, publisher |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: 1292170433 | Biology: A Global Approach, Global Edition, 11/E Campbell, Urry, Cain, Wasserman, Minorsky & Reece 漏2018 | Pearson | Estimated Availability: 14 Mar 2017 |
| ISBN-10: 1292170565 | Campbell Biology plus MasteringBiology with Pearson eText, Global Edition, 11/E Campbell, Urry, Cain, Wasserman, Minorsky & Reece 漏2018 | Pearson | Estimated Availability: 14 Mar 2017 |
Assessment criteria
www-exercises and exams