Course: Biochemistry

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Course title Biochemistry
Course code KCH/BICHB
Organizational form of instruction Lecture
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study 3
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. 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

Learning activities and teaching methods
Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing)
  • Preparation for exam - 120 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to provide a basic knowledge of biochemistry. The course begins with a properties of carbohydrates, lipids and nitrogen-containing compounds. The subsequent lectures are aimed at enzymology and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and nitrogen-containing compounds.
Ability to transformate knowledge of biochemistry in the school system; ability to apply knowledge in other chemical and related disciplines
Prerequisites
Secondary school chemistry.
KCH/OCH2B and KCH/PBICB

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
  • Kalač, P. Organická chemie přírodních látek a kontaminantů. skriptum,. 2001. ISBN 80-7040-520-1.
  • Špička, J. Biochemie (cvičení), skriptum,. 1996.
  • Špička, J. Biochemie, skriptum,. 2004.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Introductory teacher training course in chemistry (2) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 3 Recommended year of study:3, Recommended semester: Winter