Course content

Structure and function of large biological molecules, cell structures and membranes in primarily eukaryotic cells, cell communication, cellular respiration, the cell cycle and control, the relationship between genes and protein structures, structure and control of eukaryotic.

Learning outcome

Knowledge - The student can;
Describe the structure and function of large biological molecules
Explain the relationship between genes and proteins
Explain the organization of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, and the different roles subcellular organelles play in biological processes
Explain basic functions and mechanisms related to the cytoskeleton, membranes, transport, cell metabolism, signal transduction/communication in and between cells.
 
Skills - The student can;
Relate cellular processes to medical issues
 
Competence - The student can;
Use their understanding of cellular processes towards other courses in their studies
Communicate topics in cell biology to different target groups

Learning methods and activities

Pedagogics methods:

Lectures and assignments.

Mandatory assignments:

Mandatory assignments must be approved for admission to the exam. Approved work requirements are valid as long as the course code and evaluation scheme is unchanged. Four mandatory tests/assignments, all of which must be passed to get admission for the written exam.

Compulsory assignments

• Mandatory assignment

Specific conditions

Credit reductions