Laboratory Course in Biochemistry (4 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

The student is able to
- work safely in biochemistry laboratory
- utilize the most common laboratory devices and equipment used in the biochemistry laboratory
- perform analyses using most common biochemical methods
- document the laboratory work clearly to laboratory notebook and report the results in the form of a laboratory report

Content (course unit)

- analyses using biochemical methods

Prerequisites (course unit)

Biokemian teoria (5O00CV15 tai vastaava).

Exam schedules

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Evaluation methods and criteria

Pre-lab theory and an oral exam as well as group work presentations 50 % of the grade.
Laboratory work 50 % of the grade.
Attendance in Tabula is compulsory for passing the course.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Theory lessons, oral exam
Presentations (group work)
Laboratory work

Learning materials

Laboratory work instructions
Literature on Biochemical methods, e.g.:
Wilson & Walker: Principles and Techniques of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Student workload

Contact lessons 42 h
Independent work 65 h

Completion alternatives

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Practical training and working life cooperation

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International connections

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Further information

A qualified grade from the course Biochemistry/Biokemia is required for attending the laboratory course. More specifically, see the implementation Biochemistry 5O00CE61-3001.
Daily attendance in necessary to carry out the course. Absences are reported to the teacher and the lab partner. If absent due illness, the lab work must be done separately at a time agreed.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The evaluation criteria for the T(1) are not satisfied (see below). Results/reports not returned.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Students are able to carry out analyses using the most common biochemical methods with guidance. Students understand the principles of the analysis methods at the basic level. Students report the results obtained but their interpretation of the results may have significant shortcomings. There are shortcoming in the students' laboratory working skills.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Students are able to carry out analyses using the most common biochemical methods. Students are capable of self-directed work in the laboratory using mainly written instructions and are able to plan and schedule their work. Students understand the principles of the analysis methods and are able to interpret the results obtained and evaluate their reliability. Students are able to report the results clearly. Students work in the laboratory skillfully.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Students are able to competently carry out analyses using biochemical methods presented in the course. Students are capable of self-directed and well-planned working in the laboratory with the help of written instructions. In their lab work students show their problem solving and organizational skills. Students can explain the principles of the analysis methods in detail. The students are able to interpret their results in a versatile and critical manner and assess their reliability and evaluate their reliability. Students are able to report the results with expertise, compare them to literature.