Academic year
2023-24
Is found in:
- Bachelor of Chemistry, programme stage 3
Choice option within specialisation:
- Optional module: Biotechnology within Biochemistry
In other study programme:
-
Bachelor of Chemistry as Biotechnology: exercises
This is a single course unit.
Study load:
6 credits
Weight:
6,00
Total study time: 150,00 hours
It is not possible to enrol in this course unit under
- credit contract.
- exam contract (to obtain a credit).
- exam contract (to obtain a degree).
Co-ordinator: Van Holle Sofie
Languages: Dutch
Scheduled for: Semester 1
Final objectives
| The student can independently carry out biochemical-related techniques in an industrial and / or research environment and can contribute to new developments |
| The student can efficiently and reliably operate and manage the (bio-) chemical equipment |
| The student can clearly report to (professional) specialists and laymen in a scientific way |
Objectives
- using the equipment correctly using a written standard operating procedure (SOP).
- formulating and presenting its results in a scientific manner
- carrying out analysis and separation techniques in a biochemical context
- implementing biotechnological techniques
- supporting biotechnological strategies with the appropriate bioinformatics tools
Contents
- Molecular diagnostics
- Cloning
- DNA isolation, quantification and quality control
- Cloning experiment
- Support/control with bioinformatics
- Protein production
- Induction of bacterial operon
- Qualitative and quantitative monitoring of protein production
- Immunological detection techniques
Organisation of education
Contactonderwijs72,00 hoursStudy guidance
The student can always contact the lecturer with questions via e-mail and after the lesson.
Evaluation
Evaluation(s) for first exam chance
| Moment | Form | % | Remark |
| Outside exam schedule | Observation of performance of the student | 50,00 | No second evaluation possible. |
| Outside exam schedule | Report | 25,00 | No second evaluation possible. |
| Outside exam schedule | Written examination | 25,00 | No second evaluation possible. |
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).
Re-sit exam: not possible.
Study materials
2. Syllabi
Biotechnology: practical courseMandatory - Author: Van Holle Sofie
- Edition: 2023-2024
Study costs
Consult the website for more information on special study costs.
Prerequisites
Consult the continuity table in the faculty education and examination regulations.
Possible deadlines for learning account: 01.12.2023 ()