Course content

The course provides an introduction to the structure, properties, nomenclature, isomerism, and stereoisomerism of carbon compounds. It also introduces reactions such as addition, substitution, elimination, oxidation, and esterification. Furthermore, it covers the properties, functions, and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins, as well as replication, transcription, and translation in biological systems.

Learning outcome

After completing the course, students will have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills, and general competence:

Knowledge

The student:

• Can explain the nomenclature, properties, and structure of organic compounds.
• Can explain basic reactions, assess competing reactions, and identify reaction types.
• Can explain the structure and properties of biological macromolecules.
• Can explain metabolic processes, their regulation, and their purpose.
• Can explain replication, transcription, and translation.

Skills

The student:

• Can use digital tools to draw organic molecules.
• Can apply organic and biochemical knowledge to theoretical problems related to biological processes.

General Competence

The student:

• Can solve problems both independently and collaboratively in groups.
• Can utilize and communicate their understanding of organic and biochemical processes in relation to other subjects within the study program.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and exercises. Four mandatory assignments, of which three must be approved in order to sit for the exam. The expected total workload per student is approximately 200 hours. Of this, scheduled activities such as lectures and exercises will account for about 70 hours.

Compulsory assignments

• Assignment

Specific conditions

Recommended previous knowledge

HBIOA1013 Introduction to chemistry or equivalent.

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