CMBS1101 Chemical methods in biology (4 cr)

Grading scale
0-5
Teaching languages
Finnish , English
Responsible person(s)
Janne Ihalainen

Learning outcomes

After the course the student understands the basic principles of physical-chemical characterization and analysis of biomolecules. After the course the student is able to choose a correct type of analysis method for each system and knows it´s possibilities and limitations.

Study methods

Lectures, team works, exercises and an exam

Content

The use of physical chemical methods in molecular and cell biology.

Materials

Creighton,T. The Physical and Chemical Basis of Molecular Biology. Helvetian Press 2010. ISBN 0956478107

Sheehan,D. Physical Biochemistry - Principles and Applications
+material distributed in the course.

The students will participate to produce the course material.

Literature:

ISBN-number Author, year of publication, title, publisher
0956478107 Creighton,T. The Physical and Chemical Basis of Molecular Biology. Helvetian Press 2010.
9780470856031 D. Sheehan, Physical Biochemistry

Assessment criteria

In the exam the student need to show accomplish the basic knowledge of the themes of the course.
Activity in the lectures and exercises and a good performance in the team works elevates the grade. Attendance is required in the group discussions and in the practical exercises.

Prerequisites

The basic and subject studies of the biology bachelor studies.
Course is suitable for chemists and physicists who have biology as a minor.