Module: How life works 1

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	How life works 1
Module Code	BE101
School	School of Biotechnology
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Christine Loscher Semester 2: Christine Loscher Autumn: Christine Loscher
Module Teachers	Christine Loscher Jacinta Morrison
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Repeat examination
Array

Description

The aim of this module is to introduce students to the concept of the cell and to focus on the basic biochemistry & molecular detail of prokaryotes & eukaryotes which includes a basic introduction to microorganisms.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify and explain the function of the components/organelles of a cell
2. Describe the process of cell division
3. Discuss the molecular composition of cells
4. Describe basic biochemical processes that take place within cells such as cellular respiration, fermentation and photosynthesis
5. Describe the different groups of microorganisms - bacteria, archaea, protists, fungi and viruses
6. Discuss the diversity of microorganisms - structural and metabolic
7. Discuss microorganisms with respect to benefits and disease
8. Describe microbial growth and discuss control of microbial growth

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	24	Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Microbiology (with minimum 50% online delivery)
Assignment Completion	12	Online reading assignments and MCQ quizzes
Independent Study	79	Engagement with online book and resources
Tutorial	10	Student input regarding material covered, would ideally include an online student led end of Semester revision quiz
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Structure of the Cell - prokaryotic and eukaryotic

Important structures/functions within the cell

Cell Division

Information flow in a cell

Biomolecules - carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids

Metabolism, cellular respiration, fermentation and photosynthesis

Introduction to microorganisms

Structural and metabolic diversity of microorganisms

Microorganisms and beneficial applications

Microorganisms and disease

Microbial growth

Industrial application of microorganisms (useful products)

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Completion of online activity	An online system will be used to do weekly reading assignments with an online formative MCQ quiz	10%	Week 5
Completion of online activity	An online system will be used to do weekly reading assignments with an online formative MCQ quiz	10%	Week 10
Loop Quiz	Summative online MCQ quiz	80%	Sem 1 End

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Robert Brooker and Eric Widmaier and Linda Graham and Peter Stiling: 0, Biology, (McGraw-Hill) by Brooker (ebook),

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

AC	BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sc.
AFU	Age Friendly University Programme
AS	BSc in Analytical Science
BGE	Biological Sciences General Entry
BMED	B.Eng. in Biomedical Engineering
BT	BSc in Biotechnology
CGE	Chemical Sciences General Entry
EST	BSc in Environmental Science & Tech
GCB	BSc in Genetics & Cell Biology
PEB	B.Sc Physical Education with Biology
SHSAO	Study Abroad (Science & Health)
SMPSC	Single Module Prof. Science and Health

Date of Last Revision

11-JAN-12

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