Course - Cell Biology - BI2012
Cell Biology
Choose study yearAssessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.
About
About the course
Course content
Living cells contain a large number of different structures and organelles enabling them to survive and adapt in a changing environment. In parallel these structures and organelles enable them to perform specific functions within a multicellular body.
The aims of the course are:
- Provide an overview of the organelles and structures found in animal and plant cells.
- Introduce the underlying cell-biological mechanisms and processes enabling cells to perform their functions.
- Highlight organizational and functional differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
- Provide hands on training in routinely used molecular and/or cell biological methodologies.
Learning outcome
After completing the course the student will have acquired:
- Advanced theoretical knowledge regarding eukaryotic organelles, structures and mechanisms enabling cell biological processes.
- Advanced competencies in standard molecular and cell biological methodologies, experimental design and critical reading of scientific literature.
- Advanced expertise regarding data analysis, scientific report writing and presentation of research data.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures: 24 hours
Research project: 30 hours
Project presentation: 4 hours
Compulsory assignments
- Approved term paper
Further on evaluation
The course consists of two evaluation parts: a written exam (60%) and individual written report (40%). Both parts are given individual grades and if both are assessed as passed the grades will be calculated to one final grade.
In case of fail or if you want to improve your grade the written exam can be retaken in both semesters, even the one without teaching. The written exam can be changed to an oral exam in the semester when the course is not taught.
In case of fail or if you want to improve your grade for the project work and oral presentation you will have to follow the course during the next teaching semester and submit a new project and conduct the oral presentation again.
Specific conditions
Limited admission to classes. For more information: https://i.ntnu.no/wiki/-/wiki/English/Admission+to+courses+with+restricted+admission
Recommended previous knowledge
Required knowledge: Knowledge in organic chemistry and biochemistry is recommended in addition to attendance of BI1001 or evidence of comparable knowledge in cell and molecular biology.
Course materials
Lecture notes
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| MNKBI212 | 7.5 sp | |
| MNKBI210 | 7.5 sp | |
| TFY4260 | 5 sp | Autumn 2017 |
Subject areas
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Cell Biology