Cell Biology
| Unit code | TBS1103 |
|---|---|
| Credit rating | TBC |
| Unit level | Level 1 |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1 |
| Location | Dubai |
| Offered by | Tetr School of Biosciences |
| Mandatory/optional | Mandatory |
Overview
What does a living cell look like from the inside, and how do its parts work together? This unit explores membranes, organelles, the cytoskeleton, cell signalling, the cell cycle and cell death, using microscopy and cell-culture practicals.
Aims
To develop a detailed picture of the cell as the basic unit of life and of the methods used to study it.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- describe the structure and function of major organelles
- explain how cells communicate and respond to signals
- outline the cell cycle and its control
- use light microscopy and basic cell-culture techniques
Syllabus
[To be confirmed by the academic team]
Teaching and learning methods
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Assessment methods
| Method | Weight |
|---|---|
| [To be confirmed by the academic team] | TBC |
Linked immersion
Recommended reading
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