Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

On completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Analyze the principles and techniques involved in cell engineering, encompassing genetic engineering techniques, and other methods to modify cellular behavior.
  2. Assess diverse applications of cell engineering in biotechnology, including the production of small molecules and proteins.
  3. Apply systems biology concepts to understand how cellular components interact in the context of cell engineering.
  4. Evaluate challenges in cell engineering projects, critically analyze potential solutions, and decide on effective strategies to address engineering goals.

Credits: 5

Schedule: 21.10.2024 - 02.12.2024

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Paula Jouhten

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):

Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):

Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the principles, techniques, and applications of cell engineering for small molecule and protein production. Genetic engineering methodologies as well as other techniques to modify cellular behavior will be delved into, and characteristics of host cells analyzed. Future directions of the field will be discussed, and challenges and opportunities anticipated.

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Fail, 1 – 5; grading is based on examination and assignments

Workload
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Lectures
    Assignments
    Self study
    Examination

DETAILS

Study Material
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Materials distributed during the course

Substitutes for Courses
Prerequisites
SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    3 Good Health and Well-being

    13 Climate Action

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Teaching Language: English

    Teaching Period: 2024-2025 Autumn II
    2025-2026 Autumn II