Cell Biology

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• Explain the structure, function and assembly of different classes of transmembrane proteins
• Explain the mechanisms that target proteins to particular locations or ensure they are secreted from the cell.
• Describe, using named examples, how a ligand binding to its receptor activates intracellular signalling cascades.
• Discuss how cells connect to each other and their surrounding environment and the influence this has on cell-cell communication
• Describe some of the signals in proteins and mRNAs that determine their localisation to different parts of a cell.
• Explain how energy is generated and utilised for correct cell function, and how impairment of bioenergetic pathways leads to disease

Subject Specific Practical Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• Analyze and label cell images. Extract proteins from cells and analyze them. Measure the activity of a membrane transporter.

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.

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Referral

This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.