Introduction to Molecular Biology

Knowledge:

The student

• can describe the most commonly used model organisms in molecular biology research
• can explain key concepts and ideas in molecular biology
• can explain the composition of essential structures found in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and describe their functions
• can describe in a simple way the structure of different types of macromolecules and explain their function
• can explain in a simple way how DNA, RNA and proteins are being synthesized and describe how gene expression is regulated in cells
• can describe how the cells use and generate energy
• can describe in a simple way the principles behind basic methods in molecular biology and cell biology

Skills:

The student

• can apply key concepts and ideas in molecular biology
• can analyze and interpret simple experiments in cell- and molecular biology

General competance:

The student

• can communicate knowledge in basic cell- and molecular biology
• can reflect on ethical issues raised by molecular biology research

Autumn.

This course has a limited capacity, enrolment is based on application. The application deadline is Wednesday in week 33 for the autumn semester. Please see this page for more information. You will receive confirmation of whether you received a seat in Studentweb no later than Monday the week after the deadline.

It is compulsory to attend the first lecture/orientation meeting, or you risk losing your seat. If you are unable to attend the first lecture, you must contact the Study Section (studie.bio@uib.no). The time of the first lecture/orientation meeting can be found in the schedule on the course website or on Mitt UiB.