BIOTECHNOLOGY
 
Taught in 4th year ChemistrySection biochemistry Optional course biotechnology
Theory [A] 50.0
Exercises [B] 12.5
Training and projects [C] 0.0
Studytime [D] 170.0
Studypoints [E] 6
Level  
Credit contract? Unrestricted access
Examination contract? Unrestricted access
Language of instruction Dutch
Lecturer Katrien Strubbe
Reference IICHCB04O03863
 
Key words
Biotechnologie

Objectives

The biotechnology goes far by technical innovations towards improvements of
the environment and the circumstances of life.



Topics

The DNA molecule is the molecular basis of genetics. His complex structure
and his organisation into chromosomes is the starting-point for the study of
mutations.

The molecular basis of genetic engineering and the explanation of practical
realizations.

Sequence analysis of proteins and nucleic acids in solution or on a carrier
(automation).
Organic synthesis of proteins and nucleic acids in solution or on a carrier.
Constructions of recominants : vector, clones, genomic library
Protein modification

In the practical courses : separation of proteins, nucleic acids, plasmids.
Stability of plasmids. Use of restriction enzymes. Isolation of enzymes.
Immobilisation of cells and their use in bioreactors.



Prerequisites

Profound knowledge of enzymology, molecular biology and biochemistry.



Final Objectives


Materials used
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Theoretical course : teacher's course - other textbook(s) - scientific &
technical literature - school library materials
Practical course : teacher's course



Study costs


Study guidance


Teaching Methods

Theoretical course : lectures - demonstrations - exercises
Practical course : laboratory work



Assessment
Theoretical course : oral examination
Practical course : evaluation during course - report of the results

However, if a student gains a score of 7 or less on 20 on one of the different courses (parts of training items), he proves that his skill for certain subcompetencies is insufficient. Consequently, one can turn from the arithmetical calculation of the final assignment of quotas of a training item and the new marks can be awarded on consensus. Of course the examiners can judge that the arithmetic regulations mentioned in the study index card can also be used for 7 or less. For each deviation a detailed motivation ought to be drawn up. In that case one should point out that the skill for this subcompetency is proven to be insufficient, if the student didn’t pass the partim that is considered to be important for certain subcompetencies.

Lecturer(s)
Raphaël ROGIERS