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Archived Version 2012 - 2013

Module Title	Introduction to Cell Biology and Biochemistry
Module Code	BE101
School	School of Biotechnology
Online Module Resources
Module Co-ordinator	Dr Mary O'Connell	Office Number	X215
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The aim of this module is to introduce students to the concept of the cell and focus on the basic biochemistry, physiology and molecular detail of animals and plants.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify and explain the function of the components/organelles of a cell
2. Describe the process of cell division
3. Outline the application of cells to industry
4. Explain the basics of animal and plant diversity
5. Discuss the molecular composition of cells
6. Describe basic biochemical processes that take place within cells such as cellular respiration, fermentation and photosynthesis
7. Outline the basic components of the immune system

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	36	Cell Biology and Biochemistry
Assignment Completion	12	On-line short answer questions
Independent Study	66	Reading recommended literature
Tutorial	11	No Description
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

Origin and evolution of cells (the first cell) Structure of the Cell

Important structures/functions within the cell

Industrial application of cells (useful products) Growth of animal cells in culture

Cell Division

Whole organism

Introduction to animal evolution/diversity Tissue types/development of organisms. Introduction to plant diversity - monocots/dicots. Vertebrate diversity and human evolution 5 model organisms - budding yeast, fruit fly, mustard plant, nematode, mouse

Overview of Nutritional Requirements (of animals & man) Food as fuel Food for Fabrication Essential Nutrients Energy Metabolism

Immunology

Immune response Production of antibodies (polyclonal and monoclonal) Antibodies as diagnostic tools

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	20%	Examination Weight	80%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement
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
Unavailable

Indicative Reading List

Scott Freeman: 0, "Biological Science" by Freeman, Second Edition, published by Pearson Prentice Hall.,

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

AC	BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sc.
AS	BSc in Analytical Science
BHS	Bachelor of Science in Health & Society
BSSA	Study Abroad (DCU Business School)
BSSAO	Study Abroad (DCU Business School)
BT	BSc in Biotechnology
CES	BSc Common Entry into Science
ECSA	Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing)
ECSAO	Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing)
ESH	BSc Environmental Science & Health
GCB	BSc in Genetics & Cell Biology
HMSA	Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science)
HMSAO	Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science)
HOR	BSc. in Horticulture
PEB	B.Sc Physical Education and Biology
SE	BSc Science Education
SHSA	Study Abroad (Science & Health)
SHSAO	Study Abroad (Science & Health)

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