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Course code: NWSS10031o15Semester: 2015/2016 winter
Name: Biochemistry
Major: Commodity Science
Study Type: first cycle
Course type: compulsory
Study Semester: 3
ECTS points: 7
Hours (Lectures / Tutorials / Other): 30 / 45 / 0
Lecturer: prof. dr hab. Danuta Witkowska
Language of instruction: Polish
Learning outcomes: Knowledge: The Student has a basic knowledge of the structure and function of cellular macromolecules - recognize the presence of a protein in solution - know the main tracks metabolism: sugars, proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, overlapping with the participation of relevant enzymes - known kinetic action of enzymes – It can be explained by the integration and the hierarchy of processes of cellular - distinguishes the enzymes, coenzymes and vitamins Skills: The Student can perform biochemical reactions using pipettes, test tubes and water bath - performs the reactions characteristic of cellular organic compounds - the variability of conditions of enzymes activity- calculates the concentration of sugars, proteins, nucleic acids – estimate enzymes activity - know what is the standard curve - place the support equipment necessary in the workshop of biochemical - It can indicate the factors harmful.
Competences: Student is able to work in a team, is aware of the common responsibility of the undertaken task, shows care about workplace, glassware and equipment, understands the importance of precision in biochemistry.
Prerequisites: Inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry
Course content: Structure and function of important cellular molecules: aminoacids, proteins, lipids, fatty acids, saccharides, by which they; Characteristics, mechanism and kinetics of enzymes action; Coenzymes and vitamins soluble in water and fats; Course, location and the regulation of metabolism in the cell; Synthesis, structure and function of nucleic acids; Integration of cell processes.
Recommended literature: 1. Fundamentals of Biochemistry, Kączkowski J. WNT, 2005; 2. Biochemistry, short lectures;. Hames B.D. i inni, 2007; 3. Biochemistry Harper., Murray R.K. i inni, PZWL Warszawa, 2006; 4. Biochemistry, Berg J.M., Tymoczko J.L., Stryer L,. PWN 2007.
Assessment methods: Passing grades of laboratory course, written exam
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