Biochemistry 1Laajuus (5 cr)
Course unit code: O7011-10
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
Content
Type of course
Compulsory
Level of course
Professional studies
Objective of course
Students
- know the most important biochemical substance groups, their structures, most essential reactions and significance to vital functions
- can explain the key metabolic reactions as well as their significance and factors influencing them
- know basic techniques in biochemistry.
Course contents
- structure and function of cells
- proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids
- general features and regulation of metabolism
- biochemical laboratory methods
Teaching methods
Lectures, written assignments, presentations
Assessment methods
Examinations, written assignments, presentations
Prerequisites
Organic chemistry (partly)
Required/Recommended reading
Campbell M., Farrel S., Biochemistry, Thompson
Name of lecturer(s)
Dr Tuuli Välineva
Year of study
Second
Semester
Autumn and spring semesters, periods 1-3
Language of instruction
Finnish