BI1390, Biochemistry and intermediary metabolism, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: PN-VH, 2025-04-23
Valid from : Autumn semester 2026 (2026-08-31)

Level

First cycle (G1N)

Main field of study

Biology

Biology Area

Molecular Biology

Grading Scale

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Course language

Swedish

Entry Requirements

Objectives

The course intends to give basic knowledge, and laboratory training in chemistry, biochemistry and molecular cell biology. On completion of the course, the student should be able to:

• account for basic concepts and carry out calculations within stoichiometry, chemical equilibrium and basic thermodynamics,
• account for structure and function of DNA, RNA and the flow of genetic information,
• identify and account for the cell most important biomolecules regarding structure and function,
• use and explain certain biochemical methods and account for experimental results,
• account for the cell structure with its anabolic and catabolic processes
• account for metabolic interaction in different nutritional conditions,
• perform basic laboratory components with safety and precision.

Content

The course intends to give basic chemical and biochemical concepts and processes such as various types of chemical binding, stoichiometry, acid/base equilibrium and thermodynamics, structure and function of the molecules of life and enzymatic catalysis and kinetics. The structure of the cell, the function of organelles, membrane and transport of different subjects through membrane. The metabolism and bioenergetics from a nutritional perspective of the cell and the body.

In the course, lectures, laboratory work, seminars and group exercises according to student-activating teaching are included. Compulsory components occur within e g exercises, seminar, group exercises and laboratory sessions.

Following general skills are trained in the course: written and oral communication, formulate laboratory reports, analysis, problem-solving and critical thinking.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Passed written and oral examination. Approved participation in compulsory components.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Applied Animal Science and Welfare

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Agriculture with a Specialisation in Animal Science
• Animal Science and Sustainability (BSc)

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Biochemistry - Basic chemistry	4.0	0102
Biochemistry - Exercises and laboratory work	3.0	0103
Biochemistry - Intermediate metabolism	8.0	0104

The Course Replaces

Ersätter: HV0120

Other Information

Teaching in English may occur.