授業の目的 【日本語】 Goals of the Course(JPN) | | |
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授業の目的 【英語】 Goals of the Course | | Aims: This course aims to develop students' foundation in primary cell organization.
The course provides students with an overview of cell structure, protein structure and function, and fundamental genetic processes in the cell. |
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到達目標 【日本語】 Objectives of the Course(JPN) | | |
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到達目標【英語】 Objectives of the Course | | By the end of the course, students should be able to understand and explain the following topics in appropriate scientific terminology:
(1) overall cellular organization
(2) molecular structure of proteins and its importance for all cellular processes
(3) how the genetic material is maintained and expressed in cells
(4) how these genetic mechanisms impact evolution
Students will also develop a theoretical understanding of molecular biology laboratory techniques. |
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授業の内容や構成 Course Content / Plan | | 1. Cells
2. Chemical components of cells
3. Energy, catalysis, and biosynthesis
4. Protein structure and function
5. DNA and chromosomes
6. DNA replication and repair
7. Midterm exam
8. From DNA to protein
9. Control of gene expression
10. How genes and genomes evolve
11. Analyzing genes
12. Recap, Tips for presentation
13. Final exam
14. Presentation1 (How we know)
15. Presentation2 (How we know) |
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履修条件・関連する科目 Course Prerequisites and Related Courses | | Strongly recommended to have completed Fundamentals of Biology I |
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成績評価の方法と基準 Course Evaluation Method and Criteria | | Evaluation is based on active participation (5%), assignments and quizzes (25%), two examinations (60%), and presentation (10%). A score of at least 60/100 is required to receive a passing grade. |
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教科書・テキスト Textbook | | Essential Cell Biology, Fifth Edition, B. Alberts et al., W. W. Norton |
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参考書 Reference Book | | Molecular Biology of the Cell, Sixth Edition, B. Alberts et al., W. W. Norton |
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課外学習等(授業時間外学習の指示) Study Load(Self-directed Learning Outside Course Hours) | | Students are required to read the assigned textbook content for each class and prepare assignments when needed. Preparation and active participation are essential to facilitate deeper discussion during class time. |
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使用言語 Language Used in the Course | | |
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授業開講形態等 Lecture format, etc. | | |
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遠隔授業(オンデマンド型)で行う場合の追加措置 Additional measures for remote class (on-demand class) | | |
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