Udvekslingsspor på Dundee University

Naturvidenskabelige bachelorstuderende har følgende aktiviteter på 3. semester:
15 ECTS projekt BP3 ”Naturvidenskab og videnskabsteori”
5 ECTS Fælleskursus BK3 "Naturvidenskabsteori"
5 ECTS Valgfri kursus indenfor naturvidenskab
5 ECTS Valgfri kursus indenfor naturvidenskab

Dundee University tilbyder følgende på 3. semester:

5 ECTS BS21001 Evolution of Modern Life
5 ECTS BS21002 The Gene and the Cell
5 ECTS BS21003 Laboratory and Research Skills 2A
5 ECTS BS21004 Laboratory and Research Skills 2B
10 ECTS BS21005*) Active Living
10 ECTS BS21006*) Skills for Life Sciences
10 ECTS BS21007*) Introductory Anatomy
*) Optional Modules


Der skal således vælges de fire 5 ECTS kurser og et 10 ECTS kursus (BS21005 eller BS21006). (Der kan være yderligere valgmuligheder).

1.    Gennemførelse af kurserne BS21001, BS21002, BS21003, BS21004 og BS21006 giver merit for projekt BP3, Molecules of Life og to valgkurser. Et kursus i Naturvidenskabsteori skal gennemføres på et andet tidspunkt.

2.    Gennemførelse af kurserne BS21001, BS21002, BS21003, BS21004 og BS21007 giver merit for projekt BP3, Molecules of Life, Human Anatomi og Vævslære og yderligere et valgkursus.
Et kursus i Naturvidenskabsteori skal gennemføres på et andet tidspunkt.

Kursusbeskrivelser

BS21001 Evolution of Modern Life (5 ECTS)

Brief description of module: This module will be covering the evolution of life in the Cenozoic era.
The first half will address the geological, climatic and biological changes that have led to the modern disposition of the continents. This will cover major climatic themes that have shaped modern life including sea level change and glaciation; grasslands and seed eaters; evolutionary development of birds and mammals; trophic structures in nature; the evolution of endothermic; the biogeographic distributions of biota; and the adaptive radiation/evolution of the mammals. The second half will include a comprehensive introduction to human origins and the impact this species has on nature. Topics including the evolution of the hominid lineage; predation/parasitism, disease and population dynamics; global climate change and the post GM world; contemporary biogeography and the Earth's biomes.
Literature:
Life 9th edition (2009) by Sadava et al. (Sinauer/Freeman)
Chemistry for the Biosciences 2nd edition (2010) by Crowe and Bradshaw (Oxford)


BS21002: The gene and the cell (5 ECTS) (Molecules of Life)

Brief description of module: The first half of the module will be a comprehensive development of the 'gene to protein' theme, focusing initially on prokaryotes. This will include gene structure, genome structure, the basics of transcription, and a look at mRNA, tRNA and rRNA and the ribosome. The same approach of 'gene to protein' will then be used to consider eukaryotes. Topics covered will include eukaryotic RNA polymerases, promoters, enhancers and mRNA splicing and processing and a brief introduction to miRNAs. This section will also highlight the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic ribosomes and translation. The second half of the module will introduce students to posttranslational modification and the principles and regulation of cellular metabolism using the lac and trp operons (bacterial) and the insulin signaling pathway (eukaryotes) as key examples.
Literature:
Life 9th edition (2009) by Sadava et al. (Sinauer/Freeman)
Basic Bioscience Laboratory Techniques (2011) by Bonner and Hargreaves (Wiley-Blackwell)
Chemistry for the Biosciences 2nd edition (2010) by Crowe and Bradshaw (Oxford)

BS21003: Laboratory & research skills 2A (5 ECTS) (blandet biologi)

Brief description of module: Basic comparative anatomy through the production of a series of biological drawings illustrating an appreciation of scale and dimension, taken from prepared and dissected specimens. Comparison of kinetic and thermodynamic control in protein folding and application of the concept to a series of problems during a work shop session. Use of aseptic techniques through the use of bacteria in a series of practicals. The broad use of antibodies in Biological Sciences. Introduction of the concepts of osmolality and tonicity. Interpretation of class results through use of basic descriptive statistical analyses and graphical representation (using Excel). Retrieval of sequence information (genetic, cDNA and amino acid) from internet databases and to use this information to perform basic sequence alignments.
Literature:
Life 9th edition (2009) by Sadava et al. (Sinauer/Freeman)
Basic Bioscience Laboratory Techniques (2011) by Bonner and Hargreaves (Wiley-Blackwell)

BS21004: Laboratory and research skills 2B (5 ECTS) (organisk/analytisk kemi)

Brief description of module: Students will carry out two laboratory projects which will allow them to gain experience in the use of laboratory equipment and techniques. The projects will cover basic organic synthesis of biological molecules and also a forensic investigation. These projects will allow them to improve their experimental planning, risk assessment, report writing and data analysis skills. Group work will involve oral and written presentation skills and provide team building experience.
Literature:
Life 9th edition (2009) by Sadava et al. (Sinauer/Freeman)
Basic Bioscience Laboratory Techniques (2011) by Bonner and Hargreaves (Wiley-Blackwell)
Chemistry for the Biosciences 2nd edition (2010) by Crowe and Bradshaw (Oxford)

BS21005: Active living (Optional module 10 ECTS)

Brief description of module: This module has been designed as an optional module for Level 2 CLS students but may be widened to be accessible by any interested University of Dundee student (curriculum allowing). The aim is to provide a credit bearing module which increases awareness of the research evidence of the health benefits of physical activity and the risks of physical inactivity and provides students with the knowledge and skills to lead more active and healthy lives. The module is an introduction, health benefits, epidemiology. Physical Activity- an introduction, current guidelines, monitoring tools. Psychological Aspects of Physical Activity- barriers and adherence to exercise, psychological benefits of exercise participation, exploring differences, long term behavior change. Principles of Training - applied to warm-up, flexibility, strength and aerobic fitness. An Introduction to the Energy Systems and Muscle Physiology. Exercise Consultations and Health Related Fitness Testing. Nutrition for Health. Progressions in the Field.

BS21006 Skills for Life Sciences (Optional module 10 ECTS)

Brief description of the module: For life science students to broaden their knowledge base and to develop the skills that are required for employment within the life science sector. The module covers topics of health and safety, quality standards such as GLP and GMP and an overview of operational systems. Customer care, effective communication and project management will also be included. Students will work in teams on a specified project. The project will include, research, planning, development and evaluation components.

BS21007 Introductory Anatomy (Optional module 10 ECTS) (Human Anatomi og Vævslære)

Brief description of the module: This module provides an introduction to anatomy by examining each of the body systems (e.g. cardiovascular, skeletal); in addition, there will be an introduction to body tissues (epithelium, connective tissue) and how anatomy can be used in forensic applications. Lectures will be supplemented by practical sessions and course work assignments.
Literature:
Ed., Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, ISBN 1605476528, or Snell, R.S. 2011 Clinical Anatomy by Regions,
9th Ed. Walters Kluwer, ISBN 1451110324 (these textbooks are also used for 3rd year Gross Anatomy 1 & 2).