Course - Marine lipids 1 - MK211712
MK211712 - Marine lipids 1
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment
Grade: Passed/Failed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio assessement | 100/100 |
Course content
structures and properties of some lipidclasses
various lipids, with a focus on triglycerides, phospholipids and fatty acids; saturated and unsaturated fatty acids
nomenclature of fatty acids; omega-3,-6 and- 9, the difference between cis- and trans- fatty acids
variation in fatty acid composition of triglycerid and phospholipid
liquid and solid fats, various physical properties
lipid in membranes, with emphasis on fosfolipid
digestion and absorption of lipid
hardening of fat
fat rancidification and antioxidants
analytical methods in a lipidlaboratorium (GC: fat composition)
raw material sources of marine oils
sustainable seafood industry and resource base in the context of the use of marine resources for animal feed.
environmental toxins and the accumulation of environmental toxins in various species in the food chain
contamination of raw materials
The legal framework for the application of oils in food , requirements for handeling, tracking, sales, import and export of marine oils.
accreditation
Learning outcome
Læringsutbytte - Kunnskap:
have broad knowledge of the structure and function of different lipids, as well as to know the different physical properties.
know how lipids are used in human food and animal feed.
know the different factors that affect the quality of the various lipids.ha bred kunnskap om strukturen og funksjonen til ulike lipider, samt kjenne til ulike fysiske egenskaper.
Læringsutbytte - Ferdigheter:
be able to assess the impact different factors have on the quality of the marine lipids.
be able to account for basic analytical methods.
be able to consider sources of marine lipids and be able to assess which resources are sustainable.
be able to account for different aspects of commodity properties of marine sources.
Læringsutbytte - Kompetanse:
have knowledge of the structure, source and various properties of marine lipids.
Learning methods and activities
Pedagogiske metoder:
Lectures. Group tasks with written submissions. A laboratory exercise focusing on fatty acid composition and lipidclassification.
Obligatoriske arbeidskrav:
Obligatory laboratory work
Compulsory assignments
- Mandatory assignment
Further on evaluation
Portfolio assessment. Last portfolio can be improved at resit exam in the next semester. Re-sit examination:Students who failed the exam or have a legitimate leave of absence from the exam, will be allowed to re-sit the exam during the next re-sit opportunity.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Biotechnology (427BT)
No
Version: 1
Credits:
5.0 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2021
Language of instruction: -
Location: Ålesund
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Biological Sciences Ålesund
Examination
Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
UTS
Portfolio assessement (1)
100/100
Release
2020-11-17Submission
2020-11-24
12:00
INSPERA
12:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
ORD
Portfolio assessement (2)
100/100
Release
2021-05-12Submission
12:00
2021-05-20
12:00
INSPERA
12:00 -
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.
- 1) Innleveringsfrist 24. november 2020 kl. 1200.
- 2) Innleveringsfrist torsdag 20. mai kl. 1200.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"