2024
Celular and Hereditary Biology
Name: Celular and Hereditary Biology
Code: BIO11085L
6 ECTS
Duration: 15 weeks/156 hours
Scientific Area:
Biological Sciences
Teaching languages: Portuguese
Languages of tutoring support: Portuguese, English
Regime de Frequência: Presencial
Sustainable Development Goals
Learning Goals
1. Knowledge of the Eukaryotic Cell:
1.1. Understand the chemical composition of the eukaryotic cell.
1.2. Identify the ultrastructure of cellular components.
1.3. Recognise the functions of cellular components.
2. Interrelation with Other Areas of Biological Sciences:
2.1. Relate concepts of Cellular Biology to Psychology.
2.2. Recognise the importance of the cell as the foundation for studying human behaviour and development.
3. Understanding of Genetic Influence:
3.1. Comprehend the influence of genetics on human behaviour.
3.2. Identify hereditary and non-hereditary traits related to human behaviour.
4. Principles of Human Genetics:
4.1. Acquire basic principles of Human Genetics from Mendelian and non-Mendelian perspectives.
4.2. Understand the fundamentals of modern molecular genetics.
5. Recognition of Cellular Transmission Processes:
5.1. Identify and describe cellular transmission processes, such as mitosis and meiosis through microscopic observation.
1.1. Understand the chemical composition of the eukaryotic cell.
1.2. Identify the ultrastructure of cellular components.
1.3. Recognise the functions of cellular components.
2. Interrelation with Other Areas of Biological Sciences:
2.1. Relate concepts of Cellular Biology to Psychology.
2.2. Recognise the importance of the cell as the foundation for studying human behaviour and development.
3. Understanding of Genetic Influence:
3.1. Comprehend the influence of genetics on human behaviour.
3.2. Identify hereditary and non-hereditary traits related to human behaviour.
4. Principles of Human Genetics:
4.1. Acquire basic principles of Human Genetics from Mendelian and non-Mendelian perspectives.
4.2. Understand the fundamentals of modern molecular genetics.
5. Recognition of Cellular Transmission Processes:
5.1. Identify and describe cellular transmission processes, such as mitosis and meiosis through microscopic observation.
Contents
Theoretical:
1.1. Cell: introduction to cell biology
1.2. Cell theory
1.3. Eukaryotic cell; three-phase concept
1.4. Animal vs. plant cell
1.5. Biomolecules
1.6. Cellular compartmentalization: organelles
1.7. Plasma membrane: structure, functions, and specializations
1.8. Membrane transport: passive (simple/facilitated diffusion); active. Exo/endocytosis
1.9. Endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi (structure/function); lysosome; peroxisome
1.10. Ribosomes. Protein synthesis
1.11. Mitochondria and aerobic respiration
1.12. Nucleus and nuclear envelope
Theoretical-practical:
Observation of celular division (mitosis/meiosis) under microscope. Heredity, chromosomes, genes. Genotype, phenotype. Allelic relationships. Analysis of chromosomal numerical abnormalities. Genealogical Trees: Construction and Interpretation. Autosomal inheritance, sex-linked inheritance. Linked genes, recombination. Allelic series. Gene interaction.
1.1. Cell: introduction to cell biology
1.2. Cell theory
1.3. Eukaryotic cell; three-phase concept
1.4. Animal vs. plant cell
1.5. Biomolecules
1.6. Cellular compartmentalization: organelles
1.7. Plasma membrane: structure, functions, and specializations
1.8. Membrane transport: passive (simple/facilitated diffusion); active. Exo/endocytosis
1.9. Endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi (structure/function); lysosome; peroxisome
1.10. Ribosomes. Protein synthesis
1.11. Mitochondria and aerobic respiration
1.12. Nucleus and nuclear envelope
Theoretical-practical:
Observation of celular division (mitosis/meiosis) under microscope. Heredity, chromosomes, genes. Genotype, phenotype. Allelic relationships. Analysis of chromosomal numerical abnormalities. Genealogical Trees: Construction and Interpretation. Autosomal inheritance, sex-linked inheritance. Linked genes, recombination. Allelic series. Gene interaction.
Teaching Methods
The methodologies include in-person theoretical classes with expository, interpretative, and argumentative strategies, complemented by diagrams, images, and online videos. These resources enhance an integrated understanding of the cell, its relationship with physiological mechanisms, and its interdisciplinary applications.
In the genetics component, theoretical-practical classes incorporate the observation of mitosis and meiosis under the microscope to characterise cell division. Additionally, they address genetic principles and their application to heredity through exercises that foster critical thinking and analytical skills.
The integration of interactive methodologies and digital tools places students at the centre of the learning process, developing practical and analytical competencies. Strategies such as the analysis of scientific articles, videos, microscope use, and problem-solving reflect innovative practices aligned with the institution's pedagogical objectives.
In the genetics component, theoretical-practical classes incorporate the observation of mitosis and meiosis under the microscope to characterise cell division. Additionally, they address genetic principles and their application to heredity through exercises that foster critical thinking and analytical skills.
The integration of interactive methodologies and digital tools places students at the centre of the learning process, developing practical and analytical competencies. Strategies such as the analysis of scientific articles, videos, microscope use, and problem-solving reflect innovative practices aligned with the institution's pedagogical objectives.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment:
Two assessments are conducted during the semester, each contributing equally to the final grade. In the Theoretical-Practical component (Genetics), the minimum required grade is 8 points in each assessment, accounting for 30% of the final grade. In the Theoretical component, the minimum required grade is 10 points, representing 70% of the final grade.
Final Assessment (Examination):
The final assessment consists of a Theoretical-Practical component (Genetics) and a Theoretical component, conducted separately. The minimum required grade for the Theoretical-Practical component is 8 points (30% of the final grade), while the Theoretical component requires a minimum grade of 10 points (70% of the final grade).
Two assessments are conducted during the semester, each contributing equally to the final grade. In the Theoretical-Practical component (Genetics), the minimum required grade is 8 points in each assessment, accounting for 30% of the final grade. In the Theoretical component, the minimum required grade is 10 points, representing 70% of the final grade.
Final Assessment (Examination):
The final assessment consists of a Theoretical-Practical component (Genetics) and a Theoretical component, conducted separately. The minimum required grade for the Theoretical-Practical component is 8 points (30% of the final grade), while the Theoretical component requires a minimum grade of 10 points (70% of the final grade).
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