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BT8115 - Protein Structures

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Written examination 100/100 4 timer

Course content

The course deals with basic principles for protein structures, and for structure – function relationships, properties of amino acids, intramolecular forces, secondary structure elements, motifs, protein folds, classification of proteins based on 3D structure, in addition to some biophysical principles for folding of proteins. A number of protein classes will be discussed in more detail; DNA binding proteins, membrane bound proteins, proteins in the immune system, enzymes, virus proteins and fibrous proteins. A brief introduction to some methods for 3D structure determination will also be given, along with tools and methods for bioinformatics analysis of protein structures and molecular modelling.

Learning outcome

The students will gain insight into general principles for protein 3D-structures and the relation between protein structure and function.

Learning methods and activities

The teaching is based on lecture for each new theme. The students are additionally offered the possibility to solve problems under guidance, while a set of PC and internet based excersises are mandatory for the course. The course will be given in English if necessary.

Compulsory assignments

  • Exercises

Course materials

Branden & Tooze: “Introduction to Protein Structure.” Second edition. Garland Publishing., Inc. 1999.
Some additional syllabus will be given at the beginning of the course

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
BT8108 7.5
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2011

Language of instruction: English, Norwegian

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Subject area(s)
  • Biotechnology
  • Technological subjects
Contact information
Course coordinator:

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Biotechnology and Food Science

Examination

Examination arrangement: Written examination

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD Written examination 100/100
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Written examination 100/100 2011-06-07 09:00
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
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