2023/24 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
BIOC1302 Introductory Biochemistry: Practical Skills
20 creditsClass Size: 110
Module manager: Dr Juan Fontana
Email: J.Fontana@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2023/24
Pre-requisite qualifications
Normal U/G entry requirementsCo-requisites
| BIOC1301 | Introductory Integrated Biochemistry: the Molecules and Proc |
| BIOC1303 | Introductory Biochemistry: Problem Solving and Data Handling |
This module is mutually exclusive with
| BIOL1112 | The Molecules of Life |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
To provide training in data collection, and the experimental techniques of modern biochemistry.Learning outcomes
At the end of the module students will be able to:
1. Use a range of biochemical laboratory equipment and practical techniques;
2. Design simple controlled experiments and record, analyse and interpret experimental data.
Skills outcomes
Managing Knowledge - Data evaluation / problem solving.
Technical Competence - Laboratory techniques; Experimental design; Analysing data
Managing Self - Planning; Time management.
Managing Interrelationships - Teamwork; Decision taking; Learning from others; Sharing; Receiving critique.
Presentation Skills - Lab reports; written answers.
Syllabus
Students will undertake a range of experiments using modern biochemical techniques including spectrophotometry, electrophoresis, chromatography, PCR & fluorimetry.
Through these experiments they will further develop their technical competence, learn to analyse and interpret different types of data, and record and present these appropriately. There will also be opportunities to develop skills in experimental design, and to develop an understanding of safe laboratory practice.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Practical | 20 | 6.00 | 120.00 |
| Private study hours | 80.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 120.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 | ||
Private study
- Preparation for practical sessions and report writing- Revision for MCQs.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Student progress will be monitored through weekly checking of laboratory books/proformas, and supervision by demonstrators during laboratory sessions.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| In-course Assessment | Completion of lab book | 5.00 |
| In-course Assessment | Preparation of practicals via online quizzes | 5.00 |
| In-course MCQ | MCQ S1 | 10.00 |
| In-course MCQ | MCQ S2 | 20.00 |
| Practical Report | 3 x summative lab book reports (20% each), 1 formative lab book report | 60.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
Owing to the continuous and practical nature of assessments, no resit will be available in August for students who fail the module; students will be required to repeat the module, and all assessed coursework, as an internal candidate.
Reading list
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