Course: Seminar in Biochemistry 3

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Course title Seminar in Biochemistry 3
Course code KBC/BS3
Organizational form of instruction Seminar
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 2
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Kopečný David, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Luhová Lenka, doc. RNDr. Ph.D.
  • Sekaninová Jana, Mgr. Ph.D.
Course content
Presentation of listed topics of bachelor's theses. Repetition and deepening of the knowledge gained in the parallel KBC/BCH lecture (Fundamentals of Biochemistry). Practicing numerical, derivation and logical problems from biochemistry. Output: As part of the project activity - solved projects (a set of examples) of individuals, or teams formed. Final test of individuals documenting students' orientation in the given issue. Increasing the competitiveness of graduates on the labor market, strengthening self-confidence, independent thinking and the ability to engage in discussion.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Work with Text (with Book, Textbook), Group work
  • Attendace - 26 hours per semester
  • Homework for Teaching - 20 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Course Credit - 10 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
Repetition and deepening of the knowledge gained in the parallel KBC/BCH lecture (Fundamentals of Biochemistry). Practicing numerical, derivation and logical problems from biochemistry. The aim of the seminar is to learn how to use theoretical knowledge when solving practical tasks, both as part of independent work and also as part of project activities. The goal is also to strengthen the student's ability to participate in the discussion related to the solution of assigned tasks.
Analyze information, outline the solution of model problems in biochemistry
Prerequisites
The subject is taught in parallel with the course KBC/BCH Fundamentals of biochemistry.

Assessment methods and criteria
Written exam

100% participation in seminar.Successfuly passed written examination - obtaining at least 50% of credit points.
Recommended literature
  • Berg J, Gatto G, Hines J, Tymoczko JL, Stryer L. (2023). Biochemistry, Tenth edition.
  • Berg, J. M., Tymoczko, J. L., Stryer, L., & Gatto, G. J. (2012). Biochemistry. New York: W.H. Freeman and Company.
  • Dvořáčková, S., Walterová, D., & Vičar, J. (2006). Příklady z lékařské chemie a biochemie. Olomouc: Univerzita Palackého v Olomouci.
  • Mikeš Vladimír. (1993). Úlohy z biochemie. Brno.
  • Voet, D., & Voet, J. G. (2011). Biochemistry. Hoboken, N.J: John Wiley & Sons.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Biochemistry (2022) Category: Chemistry courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter