Course: Biochemistry

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Course title Biochemistry
Course code KCH/NBCHV
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Lesson
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 5
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)
  • Dadáková Eva, doc. Ing. Ph.D.
Course content
1. Function of cell 2. Structure and Function of Enzymes. 3. Enzyme Regulation 4. Thermodynamics in Biochemistry 5. Biochemical Pathways 6. Katabolism of Carbohydrates 7. Anabolism of Carbohydrates 8. Katabolism of lipids 9. Anabolism of lipids 10. Katabolism of nitrogen-containing compounds 11. Anabolism of nitrogen-containing compounds 12. Metabolism of Nucleic Acids 13. Introduction to Molecular Physiology 14. Introduction to Intercellular Communication.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing)
  • Class attendance - 28 hours per semester
  • Preparation for exam - 122 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to provide a basic knowledge of biochemistry. The course begins with a introduction to enzymology and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and nitrogen-containing compounds. The subsequent lectures are aimed at introduction to molecular physiology and intercelular communication.
Ability to apply knowledge of biochemistry in other chemical and related disciplines
Prerequisites
Secondary school chemistry.

Assessment methods and criteria
Combined exam

Commanding of the basics of selected parts of biochemistry with respect to the necessary understanding of inorganic, organic and physical chemistry
Recommended literature
  • Špička,J. Biochemie. skriptum JU, 2004. ISBN 80-7040-683-6.
  • Vodrážka,Z. Biochemie. Academia, 2007. ISBN 978-80-200-0600-4.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Agriculture and Technology Study plan (Version): Biology and protection of "hobby" organisms (2013) Category: Agriculture and forestry 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Winter