Module Details

Module Code: BIOL6007
Title: Biomolecules and Cells
Long Title: Biomolecules and Cells
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4211 - Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Module Delivered in: 15 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is an introduction to the structure and function of the major biological macromolecules. The structure of eucaryotic and procaryotic cells. The function of eucaryotic cell organelles and the cell cycle.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Recognise and describe the structure and function of the major biomolecules.
LO2 Describe and illustrate the differences between a procaryotic and a eucaryotic cell. .
LO3 Describe the structures and functions of the eucaryotic cell organelles.
LO4 Describe the normal eucaryotic cell cycle and its control.
LO5 Perform and report on, biological laboratory experiments.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
None
 
Indicative Content
Biomolecules
Structure and functions of proteins, fats, carbohydrates and nucleic acids.
Cells
The structure of a typical eucaryotic and procaryotic cell.The structures and functions of the organelles of a eucaryotic cell.
Eucaryotic cell division.
The process of normal eucaryotic cell division, the cell cycle and its regulation. Causes and characteristics of cancer cells.
Laboratory Practicals
The module will include laboratory practicals which will supplement the lecture based learning.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1
Assessment Description
Theory Assessment.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Laboratory reports will be required every second week for thematic areas.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Lab exam
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 2,3,4
Assessment Description
Theory assessment.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class room based learning Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Practical laboratory sessions Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Student independent learning time for this module Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Dr. Rob Brooker, Dr. Eric Widmaier, Dr. Linda Graham,. (2016), Biology, 4th. McGraw-Hill Higher Education, [ISBN: 9781259188121].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Sylvia Mader and Michael Windelspecht. (2015), Biology, 12th. McGraw-Hill Higher Education;, U.S, [ISBN: 0078024269].
  • Peter H Raven, George B Johnson, Kenneth A. Mason, Jonathan Losos, Susan Singer. (2010), Biology, McGraw-Hill Higher Education;, [ISBN: 9780077129149].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
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CR_SCHEM_6 Higher Certificate in Science in Chemistry 1 Mandatory
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