Molecules and Cells

Cod y Modiwl
BR01340
Teitl y Modiwl
Molecules and Cells
Blwyddyn Academaidd
2026/2027
Semester
Semester 1
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl
Professor Hazel Davey
Rhestr Ddarllen
Gweld ar Aspire
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu
Dr Iain Chalmers
Dr Dylan Phillips
Dr Matthew Hegarty
Dr Ruth Wonfor
Professor Hazel Davey
Dr Helen Marshall
Dr Ifat Shah
Professor Joanne Hamilton
Professor Gareth Griffith

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Assesiad

Manylion Assesiad

Hyd Assesiad

Cyfran
Arholiad Ailsefyll Supplementary exam Students must take elements of assessment equivalent to those that led to failure of the module. 2 Awr 30%
Arholiad Semester Exam 2 Awr 30%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Supplementary science communication assignment Students must take elements of assessment equivalent to those that led to failure of the module. 1000 Words 20%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Supplementary data analysis task Calculations, graphs and written answers - Students must take elements of assessment equivalent to those that led to failure of the module. 1000 Words 30%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Supplementary chemistry worksheet Calculations and written answers - Students must take elements of assessment equivalent to those that led to failure of the module. 1 Awr 20%
Asesiad Semester Science communication assignment 10 Minutes 20%
Asesiad Semester Chemistry Open-book test 1 Awr 20%
Asesiad Semester Practical booklet (Short answer questions with graphs, calculations and some written answers) 1000 Words 30%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

  1. Perform calculations to determine amounts and concentrations of substances.
  2. Describe bonding in small molecules and in biological polymers.
  3. Explain the differences between plant, animal and bacterial cells.
  4. Demonstrate a knowledge of basic cell structure, cell organelles and their function.
  5. Explain cell growth and division.
  6. Outline the causes, spread and treatment of a variety of diseases.
  7. Outline the impact of scientific research on science and/or society.

Disgrifiad cryno

The module comprises a series of lectures together with associated lab practical sessions and workshops, which will provide foundation year students with skills, confidence and knowledge for further study in the biosciences. The content of this module has been designed to introduce the biochemical building blocks and cell structure of a range of organisms.

Cynnwys

The module will begin with a consideration of the chemical and biochemical building blocks of life. Viruses and bacteria are discussed before moving on to a consideration of eukaryotic cells. The lecture material is supplemented with workshops and lab practicals to support and reinforce learning.

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau

Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu Listening skills in lectures, verbal communication with staff and peers during workshops and writing skills in assessments will all be developed. Writing skills will be assessed through the coursework and in the final examination.
Datblygu personol a chynllunio gyrfa Reflection on skills acquired and their applicability to future study and the work environment will be developed through the coursework.
Datrys Problemau Lectures will introduce problem solving with worked examples and directed study will provide students with an opportunity to practice these skills. Workshops and practicals will extend this work and will be assessed through the coursework.
Gwaith Tim Students will work in pairs/small groups during workshop and practical sessions. Students will work in groups for the science communication assignment.
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun Outside the formal contact hours, students will be expected to research materials, practice with directed learning exercises and manage time.
Rhifedd Workshops will involve calculations relevant to the course material including determining amounts, concentrations, volumes and balancing equations.
Sgiliau pwnc penodol Biological and chemical concepts and terminology will be introduced and developed.
Sgiliau ymchwil Directed study materials and links will be provided on Blackboard allowing students to research topics beyond the scope of the lecture material. Effective sourcing and citing of material will be assessed through the coursework.
Technoleg Gwybodaeth Students will access the web for information sources and use websites provided in the directed learning materials to practice skills acquired. Some coursework will involve computer use.

Nodau

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