This module develops the basic concepts of protein structure and function within the overall context of their roles within the cell. Major themes in the course are intracellular cell signalling and extracellular communication, protein and vesicle targeting and bioenergetics.
Lectures will be accompanied by practicals, some of which involve the use of animal tissue, with alternatives in place if required to meet minimum learning outcomes.
Pre-Requisites: BIOL1025
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
On completion of the module, using the information gathered from lectures, practical sessions and extended reading, you should have a sound knowledge and understanding of the following broad topics: protein targeting and export, membranes, proteins and signal transduction, protein modifications and membrane interactions in protein regulation within the cell.
Lectures and practicals together with independent study.
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical | 9 |
| Independent Study | 118 |
| Lecture | 22 |
| Total study time | 149 |
Lodish. Molecular Cell Biology.
Alberts. Molecular Biology of the Cell.
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Written assessment | 75% |
| Laboratory practicals | 25% |
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Laboratory practicals | 25% |
| Written assessment | 75% |
Repeat type: Internal & External