KJ-212 Biochemistry
- ECTS Credits:
- 10
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Engineering and Science
- Course Leader:
- Bjørnar Synstad
- Lecture Semester:
- Spring
- Teaching language:
- Norwegian
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Bachelor's Programme in Biology
- Bachelor's Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science
- Bachelor's Programme in Nutrition
Teaching language
NorwegianRecommended prerequisites
KJ-112
Course contents
The course includes the following topics: The structure of proteins and an introduction to methods used in protein chemistry. Cell membrane proteins. ATP production from carbohydrates and fats. Metabolic pathways. Synthesis of macromolecules. Metabolism of amino acids and nucleic acids.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the students should have knowledge of
basic principles of biochemistry
biochemical pathways
biochemical reactions involved in the synthesis of macromolecules
Examination requirements
All compulsory exercises must be approved before the students are allowed to take the final exam.
Teaching methods
Lectures, compulsory theoretical and practical exercises.
The course has an expected scope of work of 270 hours.
Evaluation
The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Assessment methods and criteria
Written individual examination, 4 hours. Graded assessment.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| KJ-201 – Biochemistry | 7.5 |
| ML-115 – Cell biology and biochemistry | 3 |