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Lecturer(s)
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Dadáková Eva, doc. Ing. Ph.D.
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Course content
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1. Introduction to biochemistry. 2. Carbohydrates 3. Proteins 4. Lipids 5. Structure and function of enzymes. 6. Enzymology 7. Thermodynamics in Biochemistry 8. Biochemical Pathways 9. Metabolism of Carbohydrates 10. Photosynthesis 11. Metabolism of lipids 12. Metabolism of nitrogen-containing compounds 13. Metabolism of Nucleic Acids 14. Synthesis ofproteins
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing)
- Preparation for exam
- 120 hours per semester
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Learning outcomes
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The course is focused on the introduction of the structure and properties of biopolymers and the basic principles of biochemistry of living organisms. The course introduces the basic catabolic and anabolic processes in living matter. Attention is also paid to the biochemistry of nutrition.
Based on the acquired knowledge of biochemistry, the graduate will gain the competence to teach the basics of biochemistry. He will use his knowledge in other chemical and scientific disciplines.
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Prerequisites
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Secondary school chemistry.
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Combined exam
Commanding of the basics of selected parts of biochemistry with respect to the necessary understanding of inorganic, organic and physical chemistry
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Recommended literature
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Kalač, P. Organická chemie přírodních látek a kontaminantů. skriptum,. 2001. ISBN 80-7040-520-1.
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Špička, J. Biochemie (cvičení), skriptum,. 1996.
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Špička, J. Biochemie, skriptum,. 2004.
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