Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2016 - MBB 231 D100

Cellular Biology and Biochemistry (3)

Class Number: 1587

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 9 – Aug 8, 2016: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Aug 19, 2016
    Fri, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    MBB 222, BISC 101, CHEM 281 with grades of C- or better. Corequisite or Prerequisite: CHEM 282 or CHEM 283.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A study of the molecular processes which underlie cell structure and function, integrating ultrastructural, physiological and biochemical approaches. Modern techniques used in the analysis of organelle and cell function are integral parts of the course.

COURSE DETAILS:

Lecture Topics:

  1. Introduction to the cell
  2. Review of protein biochemistry
  3. Membranes and organelles
  4. Microscopy
  5. Membrane transport
  6. Energy conversion and carbon flow
  7. Intracellular compartments and protein sorting
  8. Intracellular vesicular traffic
  9. The cytoskeleton
  10. Cell migration and signaling

Grading

  • Exam I 20%
  • Exam 2 30%
  • Final Exam 35%
  • Tutorial 15%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Hardin and Bertoni, Becker’s World of the Cell, 9th Edition, 2016.  Pearson. 9780321934925. (8th edition may also be used.)

Department Undergraduate Notes:

  • Students are advised to review the plagiarism tutorial found at
    http://www.lib.sfu.ca/help/tutorials/plagiarism-tutorial
  • For help with writing, learning and study strategies please contact the Student Learning Commons at
    http://learningcommons.sfu.ca/
  • Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability, must contact the Centre for Students with Disabilities (778-782-3112 or e-mail:  csdo@sfu.ca)

Registrar Notes:

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site contains information on what is meant by academic dishonesty and where you can find resources to help with your studies.  There is also a section on tutoring.  

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS