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Faculty of

BIOTECHNOLOGY

D6-Course specifications

(Total of 53 courses)

Courses classification according to:

Levels

LEVEL ONE

Faculty of BIOTECHNOLOGY

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BIO_101, BIOLOGY I, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

Course Specifications

1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)

BSc. Hons. Biotechnology (P11493)

Programme Title Biotechnology

Host Faculty Biotechnology

Host Department Biotechnology

Course Code: BIO_101

Course Title Botany

Course Leader Dr. Amgad Rady & Dr. Ahmed Gomaa

Course Level: 3 √ 4 5 6 7 Year 1/Sem 1

Credit

Units/Hours:

3

Contact Hours: Theoretical: Practical: Tutorial:

Pre-requisite/s Non

2. Aims/Objectives:

The main objective of this course is to provide the basic knowledge about the relationship between

different groups of organisms such as bacteria, fungi, algae and plants. The course helps to explore the

plant morphology in comparison with other organisms such as algae, fungi, etc. The course demonstrates

application of plant biotechnology in agriculture, and indicates the economic importance of algae and

fungi and their importance in biotechnology. The course prepares students for higher biotechnology

courses in advanced levels.

3. Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:

By the end of this course students should be able to show knowledge of:

1.Cell structures, plant morphology and plant tissues

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Determine different parts of the plants and their abnormalities

2. Point out different micro-organisms that can affect plants

3. Prepare peppermint oil extracted from peppermint leaves

C. Professional

Skills

1. Compose a sketch that consists of different plant structures under microscope

and morphologically.

2. Evaluate plant cell wall structure via microscope.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate the ability to work in a team.

2

1

2

3

2

1

2

3

1

2

3

Independent

study:


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4. Indicative Content:

Theoretical Content ILOs Practical Content ILOs

1. Introduction to Botany A1 &

B1

Plant Morphology A1 &

B1

2. Taxonomy of living organisms A1 &

B1

Root regions A1, B1,

B2, C2,

C1 &

D1.

3. Bacteria B2, C2

&D1.

Bacteria B2, C1

&D1.

4. Modifications in plants A1, B1,

C2, C2

&D1.

Modifications in plants. A1, B1,

C2, C1

& D1.

5. Plant kingdom A1, B1,

C2, C1

& D1.

Plant cell. A1, B1,

C2, C1

& D1.

6. Plant stems and roots A1, B1,

C2, C1

&D1.

Plant root and shoot

A1, B1,

C2, B4,

C1 &

D1.

7. Fungi B2, C2

& D1.

Fungi and algae A1, B1,

C2, C1

& D1.

8. Algae B2, C2

& D1.


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5. Learning and Teaching Activities

Week Lecture Laboratory

1 Introduction to Botany Lab (1): Plant Morphology

2 Taxonomy of living

organisms

Lab (2): Root regions

3

Modifications in plants

Assignment 1T

Lab (3): Modifications in plants.

Practical: Extraction of peppermint oil from peppermint leaves.

Assignment 1P

4

REVISION

Quiz 1T

REVISION

Quiz 1P

5

Plant kingdom 1/2 Lab (4): Plant cell.

Practical: Microscopic identification of onion tissue.

6

Plant kingdom2/2 Lab (5): Plant root.

Practical: Microscopic identification of root.

7

Plant stems and roots

Quiz 2T

Assignment 2T

Lab (6): Plant shoot.

Practical: Microscopic identification of shoot.

8 & 9 MIDTERM EXAMS


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10

REVISION REVISION

QUIZ 2P

11

Bacteria Lab (7): Bacteria

Practical: cocci and bacilli bacteria identification under

microscope.

12

Fungi Lab (8): Fungi and algae

Practical: Microscopic identification

Assignment 2P

13

Algae Lab (9): Revision

Submission of sketch

Quiz 2P

14 Revision Practical exam

15 FINAL TERM EXAMS

*The subject of the assignments and projects will be defined by the instructor.

**Each student should submit a sketch each lab session on the previous one and at the end of the semester

they should submit the full sketch (Practical).


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6. Teaching Strategies:

CILOs Teaching Strategy/ies

A.1 Lectures, labs, discussion and moodle system.

B.1 Lectures, labs, discussion and moodle system.



C.1 Sketch, labs, discussion and moodle system.

C.2 Labs, discussion and project.

D.1 Introducing different questions to help the students think wisely before answering, focusing on

understanding instead of memorizing.

7. Strategies for Teaching Students with Special Needs MSA policies and regulations require that any student with a physical, mental or emotional disability and

in need of assistance is provisioned special sessions within the context of the personal tutoring system. In

a more standard form, disabilities are given special considerations with respect to examinations,

attendance, marking, and texting proximity provided that appropriate notifications are priory given.

Further details and policies can be viewed in students support handbook.

Regarding the Botany course, there is a practical part that is incorporated. Students have enough space in

the lab in order to circulate using a wheel chair. Faculty staff, including lab technicians, is trained well in

order to help students with special challenges.

8. Required Resources/ Facilities Computers and projectors

Laboratories, plant samples

Microscopic slides

Kits

E- learning


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9. Assessment Methods and Tools:

CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A1 Assignment.1P Short

descriptive note Marks

Summative

with feedback Week 4 1%

A1, B1

& B2 Quiz.1P Short notes Marks

Summative


A1, B1

& B2 Quiz.1T Short notes Marks

Summative


A1 Assignment.1T Short


Summative

with feedback Week 3 2.5%

C2, C1

& D1 Sketch. P

Plant parts,

drawings and

protocol(s).

Marks Summative

with feedback

All

weeks 4%

A1, B1

& B2 Midterm exam

Essay

questions, and

MCQs

Marks Summative Week

7,8 20%

A1 Assignment.2P Solve a problem Marks Summative


A1, B1

& B2 Quiz.2P Short notes Marks

Summative

with feedback

Week

10 2%

A1 Assignment.2T Short


Summative


A1, B1

& B2 Quiz.2T Short notes Marks

Summative


A1, B1

& B2

Final practical

exam

Essay

questions,

MCQ, cases


12 15%

A1, B1

& B2 Final Exam

Essay

questions,

MCQ, cases.

Marks 12 Summative Week

15 40%


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11. Banner Data

Course Status Core ✓ Option

Replacement for existing course? Yes No ✓

IF YES - Course being replaced

IF Course is a replacement for an existing

course, Programme(s) affected

Transfer students to new course? Yes No ✓

Effective Start Date First day of classes

Term of Delivery Fall

Donor Teaching Faculty of Biotechnology

Donor Department Basic Sciences

Total 100%

Are students required to pass all components in order to pass the course? No

10. Indicative Course Materials and Reading Texts:

1. Notes Lecture and laboratory notes

2. Course Textbook Murray, N. (2003). Introduction to Botany. United States, Pearson. Benjamin

Cummings.

3. Suggested

Reference Books

Uno, G., Storey, R. and More, R. (2000). Principles of Botany. Canada,

McGraw-Hill.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Non

5. Useful Websites https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzK304kozF8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrX3h-AflZI&t=28s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzK304kozF8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrX3h-AflZI&t=28s


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Partner College School of Sciences, Greenwich

Linked Course N/A

External Examiner David Hughes

12. KIS Data

Activity Contact Hours Overall percentage of total

Scheduled teaching 2 50%

Guided Independent Study 0 0%

Practical Work 2 50%

Tutorials 0 0%

Placement / Year Abroad 0 0%

Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Amgad Rady & Ahmed Gomaa

Head of the Academic Department:


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BIO_102, BIOLOGY II, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Program Code(s) BSc. Hons. Biotechnology (P11493)



Course Code BIO102b

Course Title Biology 2 (Zoology)

Course Leader Dr. Gehan Safwat

Credit Units/Hours: 3



Pre-requisite/s None

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course allows the students to study the animal cell’s structure. During this course, the students will

explore the animal cellular contents and functions. They will start to recognize the different animal

tissues, organs and systems theoretically and practically. Moreover, the course will also introduce them to

the development of animal tissues through studying reproduction and embryonic development. This

course integrates different aspects such as anatomy and physiology, ecology to study the whole structure

and development of animal cells and tissues.

3. Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs):

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:

By the end of this course students should be able to show knowledge

of:

1. The anatomy of the animal cell and the functions of different

organelles.

2. The mechanisms owing to animal tissue development.

3. The evolution’s theory with animal development.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Distinguish between different animal tissues and systems by

sketching them.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Develop lab skills in dissection backed up with knowledge about

animal cell anatomy, different organs and systems.

2. General and

Communicatio

n Skills

1. 1. Integrate the library and internet resources to develop independent

study skills.

2. 2. Demonstrate the ability to work in groups

2

1

2

3

2 1

2

3

1

2

3

Independent

study:


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1. Introduction to the cell and its

contents.

A.1

&A.2

General Introduction about

genetics labs & Lab Safety

Rules.

Beginning section 1:

Anatomy

The muscular system of the

frog (Buforegularis)

Starting first session in

dissection.

A.1,

A.2

B.1 &

C.1

2. Cell physiology. A.2 &

C.1

The General Viscera of the

Frog.

A.2,

B.1 &

C.1

3. Reproduction and embryonic

development

A.2 &

B.1

The Urinogenital System of

the Frog (male & female).

A.2 &

B.1

4. Different tissues of the body B.1 &

C.1

The Nervous System of the

Frog.

A.2,

B.1 &

C.2

5. Evolution and diversity A.3 The Skeletal System of the

Frog.

A.2,

B.1 &

C.1

6. Ecology and Environmental

relationships

A.3 Beginning section;

Histology.

C.1

Beginning section;

Parasitology.

A.3,

B.1



1

Introduction to the course materials

• Course breakdown

• Course Curriculum

Introduction to the laboratory work.

● Coursework breakdown

● Course curriculum

● How to write a lab report**

2

Introduction to animal cell and its

contents

Sessions of dissection

Section 1: Anatomy

The muscular system of the frog

(Buforegularis)


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Assignment 1 (T)

3

Body physiology

• The functions of different

organs among various body

systems.

Quiz 1 (T)

The General Viscera of the Frog.

Assignment 1 (P)

4

Reproduction

• Sexual and asexual reproduction

The Urinogenital System of the Frog (male

& female).

Quiz 1 (P)

5 Embryonic development

• Prenatal and fetal development

The Nervous System of the Frog.

6 Revision The Skeletal System of the Frog.

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 Various tissues and body physiology.

• Different types of tissues

Section 2: Histology part I

Quiz 2 (P)

Assignment 2 (P)

10

Evolution and diversity

• Biodiversity at different levels

of biological organizations.

Quiz 2 (T)

*Assignment 2 (T)

Histology part II

11

Evolution and diversity

• Charles Darwin’s theory and the

four recognized evolutionary

processes.

Parasitology

12

Ecology and Environmental

relationships

• Life processes, interactions and

Revision


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adaptations

13

Revision Practical final exams

Portfolio submission

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS

*The subject of the assignments and projects is defined by the instructor.

**Each student should submit a lab report each lab session on the previous one.



A.1 Lectures, active learning, discussions, and integrating technology.

A.2 Lectures, active learning, discussions and integrating technology.


B.1 Discussion, lab experiments and dissection

C.1 Lab experiments and dissection.

D.1 Cooperative learning.

D.2 Cooperative learning, active learning, and integrating technology.

7. Required Resources/ Facilities

Computers

Projectors

Laboratories, dissection tools, and microscopes

Buforegularis (Frogs)

Chemicals and reagents

University library

E-learning and moodle system

8. Strategy/ies for Teaching Students with Special Needs

As part of the MSA standard policies, any student with a physical, mental or emotional challenge

receives assistance during provisioned special sessions within the context of the personal tutoring

system.

In a more generic form, any challenges or difficulties are given special consideration with


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respect to examinations, attendance, marking and texting proximity provided in response to prior

appropriate notification. Moreover, as there is a practical part incorporated in this course, special

tables were designed for those who have physical challenges with sufficient spaces within the lab

to ensure their comfort.


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1 &

A.2

Assignment

1 (T)

Define… Grade N/A Summative Week 2

10% B.1 Assignment

2 (T)

Compare….. Grade N/A Summative Week

10

A.1,

A.2

Quiz 1 (T) Short Notes,

MCQs

Grade N/A Summative

with

feedback

Week 3

5 %

A.3


T&F with

justification.

Grade N/A Summative

with

feedback

Week

10

A.1,

A.2 &

A.3

Mid Term

Exam

MCQs, Short

notes, Diagrams.

Grade 10 Summative Week 7 20 %

B.1 Assignment

1 (P)

Explain……

Grade

N/A Summative Week 3

5%

B.1 &

C.1

Assignment

2 (P)

Sketch…… N/A Summative

with

feedback

Week 8

A.1 Quiz 1 (P) MCQs, T&F

Grade

N/A

Summative

with

feedback

Week 4

5 %

B.1 &

C.1

Quiz 2 (P) Sketching Week 9

A.1,

A.2,

A.3 &

C.1

Final Exam

(T)

MCQs, T&F

with justification,

and diagrams.

Letter

Grading

12 Summative Week

14

40%

A.1,

B.1 &

C.1

Final Exam

(P)

Dissection,

sketching,

microscopic

analysis

Grade N/A Summative Week

13

15 %

Total 100%



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1. Notes Powerpoint presentations prepared by the lecturer

2. Course Textbook Course E-library and MSA official text book.

Miller, S. and Harley, J. (2007). Zoology. Dubuque, IA: Wm. C.

Brown Publishers.

3. Suggested Reference

Books

Hickman, C., Roberts, L., Keen, S., Eisenhour, D., Larson, A.,

I'Anson, H., Hickman, C. and Hickman, C. (2013). Integrated

principles of zoology.

4. Suggested Periodicals/

Journals

Journal of Zoology

5. Useful Websites NCBI

11. Banner Data




IF Course is a replacement for an

existing course, Programme(s) affected

Transfer students to new course? Yes ✓ No






Linked Course N/A



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12. KIS Data

Activity Hours Overall percentage of total

Scheduled teaching 2 50 %

Guided Independent Study 0 0 %

Practical Work 2 50 %

Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Gehan Safwat



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CHM101B, GENERAL CHEMITRY , 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme Code(s) BSc. Hons. Biotechnology (P11493)

Program Biotechnology



Course Code: CHM101b

Course Title General Chemistry

Course Leader Dr. Riham Mohsen





2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of the course is to introduce the students to the some basic concepts of matter, the atom

and its configuration, quantum numbers, stoichiometry, balancing equations and acids and bases.

They also get introduced to properties of different organic classes of molecules, and how the

functional groups affect such properties. Additionally, the course will provide a clear insight on

how the organic molecules are formed, different reaction mechanisms.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


of:

1. The matter and its properties, Quantum Numbers, types of

chemical bonds and its cleavage and organic reactions for, different

2

1

2

3

2

1

2

3

1

2

3

Independent

study:


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functional groups, and organic compounds.

2. The nomenclature rules of organic molecules, the reaction

mechanisms of different organic compounds and types of isomers.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Relate the functional groups to the chemical properties of and

reactions of different classes of molecules. .

2. Outline the matter and its properties, the rules of assigning an

oxidation number of an atom in a substance and the nomenclature

and classification of aromatic and aliphatic organic molecules. .

C. Professional Skills 1. Apply the theoretical information studied on the identification of

different groups’ as well different organic compounds.

2. Use the results of the specific reactions to distinguish between

unknowns of different organic compounds

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate self-motivation for independent self-learning.

2. Show time management skills by meeting deadlines..



Matter and its properties A. 1, &

B.2

1. Lab Biosafety rules &

Introduction to laboratory

Glassware.

D. 1

The Quantum Numbers. A. 1&

B.1,2

2. Carbonate and

Bicarbonate Group.

C. 1&

D. 1

Types of different organic reactions.

A. 1,2 &

B. 1,2

3. Sulphur Containing

Group

C. 1,&D.

1

Nomenclature of organic compounds

according to IUPAC rules.

A. 2& B.

2

4. Nitrogen containing

anions

C. 1,2 &

D. 1

Structure and methods of preparation of A. 1, 2 & 5. Hydrocarbons and C. 1,2 &


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different classes of organic compounds B.1,2 Alcohols D. 1

Saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons. A. 1, 2 &

B. 1,2

6. Aldehydes and Ketones C. 1,2 &

D. 1

Alkyl halides, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes,

ketones and amines.

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2

7. Carboxylic acids C. 1,2 &

D. 1

Carboxylic acids and their derivatives. A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2

8- Practicing the scheme

for unknown organic

C.1,C.2&

D.1,D.2

Isomerism.

A.1,B.1 Revision C.1,C.2&

D.1,D.2

Aromatic organic chemistry.

A1, B2 Revision C.1,C.2&

D.1,D.2



1

Matter and its properties

Atoms, Molecules and Ions

Dalton's Atomic Theory

The Isotopes


Coursework breakdown

Course curriculum

How to write a lab report**

2

The Quantum Numbers

Pauli Exclusion Principle

Hund's Rule

The Electron Configuration of Some

Elements

(1) Carbonate and Bicarbonate

Dry reaction, effect of HCl

Wet reaction1: Salt solution + BaCl2

Wet reaction: S.S. + AgNO3


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* Assignment 1P

3

Types of Elements According to their

Electron Configurations

-Molecules and Molecular compounds

-Chemical bonds

-Names and Formulas of Ionic

Compounds

Quiz 1T

* Assignment 1T

(2) Sulphur containing anions


Reducing properties Detection

Wet Reactions : S.S. + AgNO3

4

Stoichiometry

Chemical Stoichiometry:

Percentage Composition from Formulas

Avogadro's number and the Mole

Types of Chemical Formulas

(3)Nitrogen containing anions


Dry reaction, effect of H2SO4

Wet reactions ,KI Test

5

Balancing equations and Chemical

Formula

Chemical equations

Chemical reactions in aqueous solutions

Molar Concentration (Molarity)

(4) Alcohols

Lucas Test

6

Acids and Bases

Neutralization

Redox Reactions

(5)Aldehydes and ketones

2,4-DNPH Test

Tollens' Reagent Test


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Rules to assign the oxidation number

Fehling’s Test

Quiz 1P

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Organic Chemistry

Electron Configuration of Carbon

Structural Formula – Isomerism

Isomerism

(5)Carboxylic acid

Acidity Test

•

• *Assignment 2P

10

Organic Chemistry

Classification of Organic Compounds

The four types of hydrocarbons

Classification of carbon Atoms

• Quiz 2T

* Assignment 2T “Due date week 12”

(6) Revision

11

Organic Chemistry

Alkenes

Alkynes

Hydrocarbon Derivatives ( Alcohols)

(7) Revision


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12

Organic Chemistry

Aldehydes, Ketones

Carboxiylic Acids and Their derivatives

Amines & their derivatives

Quiz 2P

* Practicing a scheme for identification

of unknown organic compound

13 Revision


Practical Exams

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS





A.1 Presentation, interactive learning, learning groups, videos


B.1 Active learning/ Moodle


C.1 Hand out/ Practical Lab

C.2 Hand out /Practical Lab

D.1 Active learning and/discussions with TAs

D.2 Preparing and presenting selected topics/ guidance of TAs


Students with some physical challenges are met every now and then to ensure that they receive


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the information clearly and deal with their discomfort and Active learning/ Moodle could be of

great help for those students.

Students with any physical challenges or transient cases which render their participation in

practical activities difficult are helped by TAs or technicians and are provided with relevant

needed equipment.

Students with low self-esteem are continuously encouraged and a positive feedback on their

progress is given during lectures.


- Lecture rooms with data show and internet.

- Trained TAs and Technicians to help students with physical challenges

- Well equipped computer labs and trained technicians are available

- A special tables or seats close to the board are ready for students with any physical disability


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1,2&

B. 1

Quiz 1T Short Notes,

MCQs

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 5%

A1.2

D. 1

Assignment

1T

write on a

selected topic

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 2%

A. 1,

2&

B.1,B.2

Mid Term

Exam

Essay

Questions,

MCQ,

Diagrams.

Marks NA Summative Week 7

&8

20%


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A.

1,2&

B.

1,B.2


MCQ and T&F

with

justification.

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

10

5%

A.2,&

B.2&

D. 1, 2

Assignment

2T

Preparation of a

power point

presentation on

a selected topic.

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

12 3%

C. 1, 2

D. 1, 2

Assignment

1P & 2P

Write on a

selected topic

related to

experiments

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

2&9

5%

C. 1, 2 Quiz 1P &

2P

Essay

questions, Short

notes, Explain

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

6&12

5%

C.1, 2 Practical

exam

Short notes,

Experimental

procedures

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

14

15%

A.

1,2&

B. 1,2

Final Exam: Definitions,

Essay

Questions,

MCQ

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

12/40 Summative Week

15

40%

Total 100%



Notes Hand out of CHM101b

Course Textbook Wade, L.(2013). Organic Chemistry.(8th ed.). Prentice Hall.


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Suggested Reference

Books

Bruice, P. (2014). Organic Chemistry. (7th ed.). Pearson

Suggested Periodicals/

Journals

European Journal of Organic Chemistry - Wiley Online Library

Useful Websites https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/chemistry/5-111-principles-of-chemical-

science-fall-2008/index.htm

http://www2.chemistry.msu.edu/faculty/reusch/VirtTxtJml/intro1.htm

11. Banner Data






Transfer students to new course? Yes No √






Linked Course N/A


https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/chemistry/5-111-principles-of-chemical-science-fall-2008/index.htm

https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/chemistry/5-111-principles-of-chemical-science-fall-2008/index.htm

http://www2.chemistry.msu.edu/faculty/reusch/VirtTxtJml/intro1.htm


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12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Dr Riham Mohsen

Head of the Academic Department


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CSB_100, INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION

TECHNOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data


Host Faculty BSc. Hons. Biotechnology


Course Code: CSB_100

Course Title Introduction to Information Technology

Course Leader Dr. Soha Safwat





2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to ensure that the student is computer literate. It provides the basic

principles of the computer, information technology and systems and provides intensive exposure

to computer-related terminology and jargon. The course also introduced the student to the

Internet, the World Wide Web, and their basic applications such as browsing, e-mail, chats, etc.

The course emphasizes the use of the Internet for scientific and business applications such as

search and e-business, and familiarizes students with the basic hardware components and how

they operate. The course also focuses on how to choose the appropriate computer configuration

and the correct peripherals for the job, and introduces computer and data networking and

communication principles.



2

1

2

3

2

1

2

3

1

2

3

Independent

study:


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A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


of:

1. Search techniques, such as using search engines, meta-search

engines, subject directories, and searchable database and their

applications in the bio-: medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural,

industrial and envirnomental fields.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Differentiate between search engines, meta-search engines,

subject directories, and searchable database.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Apply on popular computer application packages, namely,

Microsoft Office: including word processor, spreadsheet,

presentation, graphics.

2. Use the basic computer productivity tools and applications (word

processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and graphics).

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Use a networked computer to communicate with others and

connect to the Internet.



World of computers - A brief overview of the

information society, networking, computer

essentials, micros to supercomputers,

capabilities and uses, a computer system at

work

A.1,

B.1

How to use computers? A.1,

C.1

Introduction to the Internet: definitions,

applications, website classification, and

searching the Internet

A.1,

D.1

Exercises on website

classification, and searching the

Internet

A.1,

D.2

Inside the computer - details about data

storage, encoding systems, analyzing a

computer system

B.1,

C.1

Describing the processor

(distinguishing characteristics),

inside the PC (system board-

B.1,

C.1


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Week Lecture Tutorial

1 Course Outlines Review

Course Breakdown

Introduction to the course

Course Breakdown

2

• World of computers - A brief

overview of the information

society, networking, computer

essentials

• Introduction to the course

3

• micros to supercomputers,

capabilities and uses, a computer

system at work

How to use computers?

4 • Introduction to the Internet:

definitions, applications, website

• Exercises on website classification,

buses-cards).

Computers and programming languages B.2,

C.2

Applications between several

types of programming

languages

A.1,

B.1

Brief overview of data communications

hardware

B.1,

C.1,

D.1

Practical training on

communications hardware

A.1,

C.1

Computer Networks & local area networks. A.1,

D.1

Exercises on local area

networks.

B.1,

C.1

Productivity tools and the Internet. A.1,

C.2

Practical training on

productivity tools

B.1,

C.1

Windows operating systems B.1,

C.1

Practical training on Windows

operating systems

D.1,

C.2


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classification. and searching the Internet

5 • searching the Internet • inside the PC (system board-buses-

cards).

6 • data storage, encoding systems,

analyzing a computer system

• Assignment 1 “Due date week 10”

• Quiz (1)

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 • Computers and programming

languages

• Applications between several types of

programming languages

10 • Brief overview of data

communications hardware

• Practical training on communications

hardware

11 • productivity tools and the

Internet.

• * Assignment 2 “Due date week 14”

• *Quiz 2

12 • Windows operating systems Revision

13 • Revision Portfolio submission

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS

*The subjects of the assignments or projects are defined by the instructor.

6. Teaching Strategy/ies



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A.1 Active learning / Moodle

B.1 Research & Projects

Computer based Modelling

C.1 Research & Projects

C.2 Computer based Modelling

D.1 Discussion

Presentations


-Students with low self-esteem are continuously encouraged and a positive feedback on their


- Students with some physical disability are met every now and then to ensure that they receive

the information clearly and deal with their discomfort.

- Active learning/ Moodle is great for those students.

- Students with any physical disability or transient cases which make their participation in

activities difficult are helped by a T.A.

- Students with poor computer skills or difficulty preparing or presenting their work are assured

and helped by TAs and computer lab technicians.


-Lecture rooms with a data show and chairs or tables for students with disabilities.

- Well equipped library and access to library databases.

- Well equipped computer labs and trained technicians for students with poor computer skills.



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CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1 Quiz 1: Problems,

MCQs

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week

3

2.5%

B.1 Assignment

1

Group

presentation

Letter

Grading

Summative

with feed-

back

Week

6

2.5 %

B.2 Assignment

2

Analytical

thinking


10

2.5 %

C.1 Quiz 2 Critical

thinking

Problems,

MCQs

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week

11

2.5%

A1, B1,

B2

Mid Term

Exam

Problems,

MCQs &

Definations

Marks Summative Week 7

20%

C.2 Practical

Exam

Rubric Marks Summative Week

14

25%

D.1 Oral

Presentation

Rubric Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week

13

5%

A1, B1,

B2, C1,

C2

Final Exam: Problems,

MCQs,

Diagrams &

Definations

Letter

Grading

12 Summative Week

16

40%

Total 100%



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10 Indicative Course Materials and Reading Texts:

1. Notes Lecture Presentations , Tutorial Sheets, Handouts

2. Course Textbook H. L. Capron. (1998). Computers: Tools for an Information Age

(Brief Edition)


Books

NA


Journals

NA

5. Useful Websites NA

11. Banner Data










Donor Department


Linked Course N/A



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12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0 %

Placement / Year Abroad 0 0 %

Total 4 100 %

Course Instructor: Dr. Soha Rafaat



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ENG_101B ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC

PURPOSES, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

Course Specification

1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)


Programme Title BSc. Hons. Biotechnology

Host Faculty Faculty of Languages

Host Department Faculty of Languages

Course Code: ENG_101b

Course Title English for Academic Purposes

Course Leader Dr. Mirette Sobhy


Credit

Units/Hours:

3


Pre-requisite/s N/A

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of the course is to enable students to write a fully developed five-paragraph academic essay with

different rhetorical modes while being able to edit their writing to improve their writing skills.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1. The subject; demonstrate an understanding of unity and coherence

2. Organizing a 5-paragraph academic essay

3. Correct punctuation and sentence structure (Use formal academic style).

4. Different methods of organizing types of academic essays; Produce a

summary of texts

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Use different methods of brainstorming to generate ideas for a given

3

1

2

3

1

2

3

1

2

3

Independent

study:


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topic

2. Use logical order while writing supporting sentences and elaborate to

form well unified essays

3. Use advanced vocabulary to create style in writing

C. Professional

Skills

1. Skillfully combine sentences in different ways

2. Write an essay with an effective thesis statement and edit an essay by

self-depicting and self-correcting writing skills

D. General and

Communication

Skills

3. Avoid plagiarism by learning how to generate ideas

4. Work in groups

5. Show responsibility by meeting due dates


Theoretical Content ILOs Tutorial Content ILOs

1. Rewriting techniques A. 1, 3,4

& B. 1 &

B.4

D. 1

Paraphrasing exercise C. 1, 2&

D. 1,2

2. Developing adequate thesis

statement

A. 1, 2&

B. 1 &

D. 1, D.5,

Peer and self- evaluation as a

method of corrective feedback

C. 2, 3 &

D. 3,4

3. Organizing and connecting

specific evidence

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2, 3

&

D. 1, 2,3

Group work for class

interaction

C. 3, 4 &

D. 1,2,3,

4, 5

4. Writing clear, error free

sentences

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1

Practicing exercises C. 1, 2,

3, 4 &

D. 1, 2,4

5. Writing a well- organized

essay

A. 1, 2 &

D. 5, 4, 2

& D. 3

Class presentations for eliciting

language

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2

6. Writing essays A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1

Quiz C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2

7. Writing summaries A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

Follow-up C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2


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D. 1

8. Intensive practice of

summarising and paraphrasing

using APA in-text and full citation

on selected sections from Source 2

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1

Administering Quiz

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2



1 Rewriting techniques Paraphrasing exercise

2 Developing adequate thesis statement

Peer and self- evaluation as a method of

corrective feedback

3 Organizing and connecting specific

evidence

Group work for class interaction

4 Writing clear, error free sentences Practicing exercises

5 Writing a well- organized essay Class presentations for eliciting language

6 Writing essays Quiz 1

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 Feedback sessions for students to ponder on

their errors

Follow-up Assignments

10 Writing summaries • Exercises on writing

11 Intensive practice of summarising and

paraphrasing using APA in-text and full

citation on selected sections from Source 2

Exercises on paraphrasing


their errors

Follow-up Assignments


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13 Quiz 2 Follow-up


their errors

Feedback on Quiz

15 FINAL TERM EXAMS





A.1 Presentation, interactive learning, flipped classroom, videos, writing, Lectures

A.2 Presentation, interactive learning, flipped classroom, videos

A.3 Writing




B.3 Guided Independent Study

B.4 Presentation, interactive learning, flipped classroom, videos, writing, Lectures

C.1 Presentation, interactive learning, flipped classroom, videos, writing, Lectures

C.2 Active learning/ Moodle

D.1 Presentation, interactive learning, flipped classroom, videos, writing, Lectures



-Students with low self-esteem are continuously encouraged and a positive feedback on their progress is

given during lectures.

- Students with some physical disability are met every now and then to ensure that they receive the

information clearly and deal with their discomfort.


- Students with any physical disability or transient cases which make their participation in activities

difficult will be helped by a T.A.

- Students with poor computer skills or difficulty preparing or presenting their work are assured and

helped by TAs and computer lab technicians.


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- Lecture rooms with a data show and chairs or tables for students with disabilities.

- Well equipped library, and access to library databases.



CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

B1, B4 Quiz 1 Short Notes,

MCQ and

T&F with

justification.

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week 6 5%

C1,2,

D1, 2

Assignments Essay

Questions

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week

2,3,4,5,7,8,9,10,11

30%

A1,

A2,

A3,

A4, B4

Mid Term

Exam

Essay

Questions,

MCQ,

Diagrams.

Marks Summative Week 7 & 8 20%

B1,

B2,

A1

Quiz 2 Short Notes,

MCQ and

T&F with

justification.

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week 13 5%

B1,

B2,

B3,

A1, A3


Essay

Questions.

Letter

Grade

Summative Week 15 40%

Total 100%



1. Notes Handouts contain various critical essays and editing exercises

2. Course Textbook Langan, J. (1984), College Writing Skills with Readings, 8th edition,

university of Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania, McGraw Hill International

Edition.

3. Suggested

Reference Books • Oshima, A., & Hogue, A (2006) Writing Academic English, 4th

edition, Longman.

• Blanchard, K. and Root, C.(2002), Ready to Write, Longman


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2002.

• Langan,J. (2014)College writing skills with readings, 9th edition,

Mcgraw-Hill, New York

• Holt, R. (2012), Elements of Language, Fourth Edition, Houghton

Mifflin Harcourt (HMH)

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Murdoch University. (2011). APA Documentation Style. Retrieved

September 12, 2011, from http://libguides.murdoch.edu. au/APA

5. Useful Websites www.edhelper.com

www.gradesaver.com

www.Ebscohost.com

http://search.ebscohost.com/

11. Banner Data



IF YES - Course being replaced N/A



N/A


Effective Start Date First date of classes


Donor Teaching Faculty of biotechnology

Donor Department Basic science department


Linked Course N/A

External Examiner David Hughes & Laura Snyder

http://www.gradesaver.com/

http://www.ebscohost.com/



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12. KIS Data


Scheduled teaching 2 44.44%

Guided Independent Study 1 33.33%

Practical Work 0 0%

Tutorials 1 33.33%

Placement / Year abroad 0 0%

Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Mirette Sobhy



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MB102, MICROBIOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s) BSc. Hons. Biotechnology (P11493)



Course Code: MB102

Course Title Microbiology

Course Leader Dr. Amgad M. Rady

Course Level: 3 4 √ 5 6 7 Year 1/ Sem2

Credit

Units/Hours:

4


Pre-requisite/s Botany (BIO_101)

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to give a sound foundation to the students by classifying the various types of

microorganisms, the structure, morphology, and components of the microbial cell. The course

clarifies the different environmental and chemical factors affecting the microbial growth and

relates how microorganism maintains itself in a balanced state in the biosphere. The course

provides a strong practical element, with an emphasis on developing the skills needed in a

laboratory and gaining hands-on experience of diagnostic techniques.



1. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1. Classification of Microorganisms.

2. Differences between the various structures and components of the

microbial cell (Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic).

2

1

2

3

4 Independent

study:


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3. The detection of microbial growth and growth curve.

4. The identification of the life cycle of the microorganisms such as

(Bacteria, Virus & Fungi)

5. The medical importance or toxins which may be produced by a

microorganism.

2. Cognitive Skills 1. Distinguish the suitable sterilization way for the object.

2. Predict the different shapes of bacterial by the aid of the different

kinds of stains

3. Professional

Skills

1. Prepare different types of culture media (for bacteria and fungi).

2. Assess some experiments used in microbial industrial applications

3. Estimate the bacterial concentration in different types of samples by

calculating the Colony forming Unit (C.F.U)

4. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate their skills on the E – Learning and getting familiar to

use it.

2. Show some of the research skills.



1. The Morphology of

Bacterial Cells.

A1 , A2 1 Course Introduction

+ Microbial

terminology in the

practical work

A1,A2,A3,A4,B1,B2&C1

2. The Structure of

Bacterial Cells

A1 , A2 2 Aseptic Techniques.

A3 & B1, C1, D1

3. The structure of

Microbial Plasma

Membrane

A1 A,2 3 Microflora Culturing

(Air, water and soil)

A1 , B1 & B2, C1,

C2,D1,D2

4. The Flagella &

Endospore Structure

A1 A,2 4 Simple staining A1 , B1 & B2

5. The Microbial Growth A1 ,A 2 , 5 Negative Staining A1, B2 ,C1, C2,D1& D2


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Phases A3

6. Microorganisms

Classification based on

(Temperature &

Oxygen)

A2 ,A3,

A4

6 Gram Staining A1,B1 &B2, C1,

C2,D1,D2

7. Microorganisms

Classification based on

(Osmotic & Pressure)

A2, A 3 ,

A4

7 Endospore Staining A1,B1 & B2, C1,

C2,D1,D2

8. Effect of Physical agents

on Microbial Growth.

A2, A3 ,

A4

8 Bacterial Culturing

(Streak & Pour Plat)

Techniques.

B1,B2 & C1, C2,D1,D2

9. Chemical agents effect

on Microbial Growth.

A2, A3 ,

A4

9 Bacterial Count

&Calculation the

C.F.U.

B1,B2, C3, B4, C1,

C2,D1& D2

10. Viruses & Fungi

(Structure ,

Classification , Life

Cycle)

A1,A2,A4,

A5, B1 ,

C1



1


Study of different forms of

Microorganisms (1)

Course Introduction + Microbial

terminology in the practical work (1)

• Coursework breakdown




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2

The Structure of Bacterial Cells (2)

● Different arrangement of

bacterial cells

● Structure of Gram Positive &

Gram Negative Bacteria

● L-Forms of Bacteria

Aseptic Techniques (2)

● Sterilization

● Culturing in sterile area

*Assignment 1P

3

The structure of Microbial Plasma

Membrane (3)

• Chemical structure of Plasma

Membrane

• Plasma Membrane Inclusions


Quiz 1T

Microflora Culturing (3)

● Culturing simple microflora from

different sources (Soil , Water and Air)

4

The Flagella & Endospore Structure

(4)

● Flagella arrangements on

bacterial cells

● Flagella Structure

● Endosore structure ,role and life

cycle

Simple staining (4)

● Staining a sample of Microorganism with

crystal violet

5

The Microbial Growth Phases (5)

• Different stages of bacterial

growth

• Bacterial Cell Divisions

Quiz 2T

Negative Staining (5)

● Staining a sample of Microorganism

with Nigrosine


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6

Microorganisms Classification

• Based on Temperature

• Based on Oxygen

Submission of Assignment 1T on

turnitin

Gram Staining (6)

Staining a sample of Microorganism with

(Gram staining protocol)

Quiz 1P

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Microorganisms Classification (9)

• Based on salts

● Based on Pressure

Endospore Staining (9)

Staining a sample of Microorganism with (

Malachite Green & Iodine)

*Assignment 2P

10

Effect of Physical agents on Microbial

Growth (10)

• Temperature

• Radiation

• Filtration

*Assignment 2T “Due date week 14”

Quiz 3T

Bacterial Culturing (9)

• Streak Technique

• Pour Plat Technique

11

Chemical agents effect on Microbial

(11) Growth.

● Phenolic Compounds

● Alcohols

● Heavy Metals

Bacterial Count &Calculation the C.F.U.

(11)

● Enumeration of bacterial Colonies &

estimation of Colony Forming Unit.

Quiz 2P

12 Viruses & Fungi

● Structure ,

Revision


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● Classification

● Life Cycle

13

Revision


turnitin

• Portfolio submission

• Practical Exams

14 Discussion of Assignments & the

model answers of quizzes

None

15 FINAL TERM EXAMS




CILOs Teaching Strategies:

A (1,2,3,4,5) Flipped class room, Power point Presentations, Assignments, Open

discussions, Moodle (Videos, active links, extra reading) & self-assessments

quizzes

B (1,2) Power point Presentations , Practical experiments , assimilation videos, self-

assessments online quizzes

C(1,2,3) Turnitin Assignment, Practical (Lab) Working and Hand out training

D (1,2) Moodle, Turnitin Assignment and Active learning / discussions with T.As





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Students with any physical disability or transient cases which make their participation in

practical activities difficult will be helped by a teaching assistant or a technician.


Laboratory Requirements:

1. 25 Microscopes in each lab for 25 students

2. Autoclave

3. Culturing hood

4. Glass slides, bacterial loops, glass wares, different stains, different kinds of microbial

cultural media

Classroom Requirements:

1. Computer supplied with a Data show

2. Microphone

3. Internet services (wireless)


CILOs Assessmen

t Method/s

Assessmen

t

Tool

Gradin

g Mode

Pass

Mar

k

Assessmen

t Type

Timin

g

Weigh

t

A.1,2 Quiz 1T

Short

Notes

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

3

5%

A1,2,3 Quiz 2T Essay

Questions

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

5

2.5%

A.1,2,3,4 Quiz 3T MCQs /

Moodle

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

11

2.5%

A1 ,A2 Assignmen

t 1T

(essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

6

2.5%

A.1,A2,A3 Assignmen Turnitin Marks NA Summative Week


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t 2T with

feedback

with

Feedback

11 2.5%

B1,C1&D1 Assignmen

t 1P

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

With

feedback

Week

2

2.5%

C1,C2 Quiz 1P

Essay

questions

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

6

2.5%

A1,A2,B1,B2 Midterm

Exam

Essay

Questions,

Diagrams

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

7/8

20%

B2, C2 Quiz 2P Short

Notes,

T&F with

justificatio

n

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

9

2.5%

C3 Assignmen

t 2P

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

9

2.5%

B1,B2,C1,C2,C

3

Practical

Exams

Essay

Question &

Practical

Work

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

13

15%

A,B,C Final Exam Essay

Questions

&

Diagrams

Letter

Grading


15

40%

Total 100%



1. Notes On the- Moodle e-learning

2. Course

Textbook

1. Josephine Morello , Paul Granato , Verna Morton, (2013).

Application of Microbiology ISBN: 0073402397

2. Gerard J. Tortora , Berdell R. Funke , Christine L. Case Pearson;

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Josephine+Morello&search-alias=books&field-author=Josephine+Morello&sort=relevancerank

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_2?ie=UTF8&text=Paul+Granato&search-alias=books&field-author=Paul+Granato&sort=relevancerank

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_3?ie=UTF8&text=Verna+Morton&search-alias=books&field-author=Verna+Morton&sort=relevancerank

https://www.amazon.com/Gerard-J.-Tortora/e/B001H6KK3I/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1

https://www.amazon.com/Berdell-R.-Funke/e/B00J6W5ERC/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_2

https://www.amazon.com/Christine-L.-Case/e/B001KHOZNU/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_3


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12 edition (2016). Microbiology: An Introduction ;ISBN-

10: 0321929152

3. Suggested

Reference

Books

1. SIKYTA, B., (1995). Techniques in Applied Microbiology

2. Progress in Industrial Microbiology, vol 31, Elsevier (ISBN

0444-98666-9)

3. DEMAIN, A.L. and DAVIES, J.E., (1999). Manual of

Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology ASM-Press, USA

(ISBN -1-55581-128-OC)

4. RATLEDGE, C. and KRISTIANSEN, B., (2001). Basic

Biotechnology (2nd ed.) Cambridge University Press (ISNB -

0521-77917-0)

5. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim, (2016). Journal of

Basic Microbiology , Volume 56, Issue 4, Pages 329–438

6. Useful

Websites

http://microbiologyonline.org/

Daily News Articles - microbiology | The Scientist Magazine®

https://www.sciencedaily.com/new.

11. Banner Data












Linked Course N/A

http://microbiologyonline.org/

http://www.the-scientist.com/?articles.list%2FcategoryNo%2F2884%2Fcategory%2FDaily-News%2FtagNo%2F10%2Ftags%2Fmicrobiology%2F


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12. KIS Data


Scheduled teaching 1.5 37.5%


Practical Work 1.5 37.5%

Tutorials 1 25%


Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Amgad Mostafa Rady



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MTH_101B, ELEMENTARY CALCULUS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)




Course Code: MTH_101b

Course Title Elementary Calculus

Course Leader Prof. Nabil Ibrahim


Credit

Units/Hours:

2



2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to give students basic knowledge of exponentials, logarithms functions Straight

line, circle equation, and analysis of Graphical information. It also aims to describe the basic techniques

of differentiation and their applications, and to provide students with basic knowledge about definitive

and indefinitive integrals, and technique of integration, as well as some basic techniques for solving the

differential equation.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1. The essential basic concepts and principles of mathematics

2. The fundamentals of calculus, algebra, logarithmic, exponentials

problems and techniques.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Classify the various modern mathematical techniques used in biotechnology

2

1

2

3

1 Independent

study:


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related problems

C. Professional

Skills

1. Utilize formulas in solving biotechnology-related problems.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate self-motivation for self learning.




Course Breakdown


Course Breakdown



Mathematical concepts and their

applications

A.1, B1 Exercises on straight line equation A.1, C.1

Order of pairs, circle, straight lines A.1, D.1 Exercises on shifting graphs A.1, D.1

Parabolic graphs B.1, C.1 Exercises on exponential functions B.1, C.1

Trigonometric functions and

exponentials

A.2, C.2 Exercises on Logarithmic functions A.2, B.1

Logarithmic functions B.1, C.1,

D.1

Exercises on differentiation. A.1, C.1

Differentiation. A.2, D.1 Exercises on differential Equations B.1, C.1

Solving differential Equations A.2, C.1 Exercises on differential Equations.

(Advanced)

B.1, C.1

Integration A.2, B1,

C1

Exercises on Integration D.1, C.1


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2 • Mathematical concepts and their

applications

• Introduction to the course

3 • Order of pairs, circle, straight

lines

• Exercises on straight line equation

4 • Parabolic graphs • Exercises on shifting graphs

5 • Trigonometric functions and

exponentials

• Exercises on exponential functions

6 • Logarithmic functions • Assignment 1 “Due date week 10”

• Quiz (1)

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 • Differentiation. • Exercises on differentiation.

10 • Solving differential Equations

(1).

• Exercises on differential Equations

11 • Solving differential Equations

(2).

• Exercises on differential Equations.

(2)

12 • Integration • * Assignment 2 “Due date week 14”

• *Quiz 2


14 FINAL TERM EXAMS




A.1 • Active learning / Moodle

A.2 • Discussion

• Moodle

B.1 • Research & Projects

• Computer based Modelling


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C.1 • Research & Projects


D.1 • Discussion

• Presentations



progress is given during lectures. Students with some physical disability are met every now and

then to ensure that they receive the information clearly and deal with their discomfort. Active

learning/ Moodle is great for those students. Students with any physical disability or transient

cases which make their participation in activities difficult are helped by a T.A.Students with poor

computer skills or difficulty preparing or presenting their work are assured and helped by TAs

and computer lab technicians.


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1 Quiz 1: Problems, MCQs Marks Summative

with feed-back

Week 3 2.5%

A.2 Assignment 1 Research on

……

Marks Summative

with feedback

Week 4 2.5 %

B.1 Assignment 2 Group

presentation

Letter

Grading

Summative

with feedback

Week 6 2.5 %

C.1 Quiz 2 Critical thinking

Problems, MCQs

Marks Summative

with feed-back

Week

11

2.5%

A1, A2, Mid Term Problems, MCQs Marks Summative Week 7


-Lecture rooms with data show and chairs or tables for students with physical challenges.

- Trained TAs and Technicians to help students with physical challenges. Virtual labs are

required for some units to help those students



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B1, B2 Exam & Definations 20%

C.2 Practical

Exam


14

25%

D.1 Oral

Presentation


with feed-back

Week

13

5%

A1, A2,

B1, C1,

C2


MCQs, Diagrams

& Definations

Letter

Grading

12 Summative Week

16

40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Hafez A. Radi. (2013). Elementary Calculus.

3. Suggested

Reference Books

P. R. Masani, R. C. Patel, D. J. Patil and Ralph P. Boas. (2010) An

Elementary Calculus. Wiley. ISBN: 978-1-4832-2957-7

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

NA

5. Useful Websites http://www.math.com/index.aspx

http://www.mathportal.org/

https://www.mathway.com/Algebra

http://math2.org/

11. Banner Data




https://www.mathway.com/Algebra


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Donor Department


Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data


Scheduled teaching 2 66.6 %



Tutorials 1 33.3 %


Total 3 100 %

Course Instructor: Prof. Nabil Ibrahim



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PHY_101B, PHYSICS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)




Course Code: PHY_101B

Course Title Physics

Course Leader Dr. Rania Mahmoud


Credit

Units/Hours:

2



2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of the Physics course is to consolidate school physics, providing a more analytical

framework for Newtonian statics and dynamics, oscillations and waves, electric circuits, and

gravitational and electromagnetic fields and to bridge the gap between school and university

level physics by encouraging mathematical model building, so that students appreciate the

generality of the laws of physics, to develop basic skills in the collecting and analysis of

experimental data and to provide a sound foundation for later courses in physics and in other

physical sciences.



1

1

2

3

2 Independent

study:


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A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1. Define vocabulary used in mechanics

2. Explain the analytical framework for Newtonian dynamics,

oscillations and waves, electric circuits, and gravitational and

electromagnetic fields,

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Formulate an approach to solving real-world problems.

2. Interpret a simple model that can be used to explain a complex

situation

C. Professional

Skills

1. Apply the physics of mechanics to solve real-world physics problems.

2. Distinguish between Newtonian dynamics and special relativity and

quantum mechanics

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate self-motivation for self-learning.

2. Show the ability to do a full presentation



1. Force and Energy A.1,

B2

1. Demonstration of Joule experiment B.2,

C.1

2. Mechanical Properties

of Materials

A.1,

D.1

2. Stress & Strain relationship and

demonstrating the Hook’s law

experiment

A.1,

D.1

3. Fluids Dynamics B.2,

C.1

3. Demonstration of coefficient of

viscosity of a liquid

B.1,

C.1,

D.2

4. Thermal Properties of

Matter

B.2,

C.2

4. Demonstration of a specific heat of a

solid

A.2,

B.2

5. Sound Waves B.1, 5. Demonstration of the vibration A.1,


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C.1 spring as a model of simple

harmonic motion

C.1

6. Lasers A.2,

D.1

6. Demonstration of Simple Pendulum B.1,

C.1

7. X-ray Spectra A.2,

C.2,

D.2

7. Demonstration of Ohm’s Law

experiment

B.2,

C.2

8. Radioactivity A.2,

C.2



1

Course Outlines Review

Course Breakdown


● Course Breakdown

● Course Topics


2

Force and Energy (1)

● Force and Energy

● Some Particular Forces

● Equilibrium of a body

Experiment (1)

Measurements of short length using

Vernier caliper

3

Force and Energy (2)

● Work, Energy and Power

● Kinetic Energy

Experiment (2)

Simple pendulum


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● Gravitational Potential Energy

● Power

* Assignment 1 “Due date week 6”

*Quiz 1

*Exercise 1 “Due date week 4”

4

Mechanical Properties of Materials (1)

● Introduction

● Hooke’s Law

● Young’s Modulus: Elasticity in Length

Experiment (3)

Hook’s Law

5

Mechanical Properties of Materials (2)

● Shear Modulus: Elasticity of Shape

● Bulk Modulus: Elasticity in volume

● Thermal Stress

Experiment (4)

Vibrating Spring

*Exercise 2 “Due date week 6”

6 ● Revision

Submission of Assignment 1 on turnitin Quiz (1)

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Thermal Properties of Matter (1)

● Temperature

● The Kelvin Scale

● The Celsius Scale

● The Fahrenheit Scale

Experiment (5)

Determination of the Coefficient of

Viscosity for Glycerin


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● Thermal Expansion

10

Thermal Properties of Matter (2)

● Linear Expansion

● Volume Expansion


*Quiz 2

Experiment (6)

Specific heat of solid

* Exercise 3 “Due date week 12”

11

Sound Waves

● Introduction

● Speed of sound waves

● Sound level in decibels

Experiment (7)

Ohm’s Law

* Exercise 4 “Due date week 13”

12

X-Ray Spectra

● The Production of X-ray

● Diffraction of X-ray by Crystal

Experiment (8)

Joule's Experiment

13

Radioactivity

● Radiation Damage

● Some uses of Radiation

Final Practical Exams

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS

*The subjects of the assignments and projects are defined by the instructor.



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• Simulators & Models

A.2 • Cooperative learning

B.1 • Simulators & Models

• Research & Projects


B.2 • Workshop

• Active learning /Moodle




D.1 • Group Debate

• Discussion

D.2 • Presentations



progress is given during lectures. Students with some physical disability are met every now and

then to ensure that they receive the information clearly and deal with their discomfort. Active

learning/ Moodle is great for those students. Students with any physical disability or transient

cases which make their participation in activities difficult are helped by a T.A. Students with

poor computer skills or difficulty preparing or presenting their work are assured and helped by


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TAs and computer lab technicians.






CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight


MCQs

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 2.5%

A.2 Assignment

1

Research on

……

Marks Summative Week 3 2.5 %

B.1,

B.2

Assignment

2

Analytical

thinking


10

2.5 %

C.1 Quiz 2 Critical

thinking

Problems,

MCQs

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week

10

2.5%

A1, A2,

B1, B2

Mid Term

Exam

Problems,

MCQs &

Definations


20%

C.2 Practical

Exam


14

25%

D.1 Oral Rubric Marks Summative Week 5%


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Presentation with feed-

back

13

A1, A2,

B1, B2,

C1, C2


MCQs,

Diagrams &

Definations

Letter

Grading

12 Summative Week

14

40%

Total 100%



1.Notes Lecture Presentations , Tutorial Sheets, Handouts

2.Course Textbook John D. Cutnell, Kenneth W. Johnson. (2015) PHYSICS.

England: Wiley. ISBN: 0471151831.

3.Suggested Reference

Books

Walter Benenson, John W. Harris, Horst Stocker, Holger Lutz, H.

Stocker. (2002) Handbook of Physics. New York: Springer. ISBN:

9780387952697.

4.Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

NA

5.Useful Websites • www.physicscentral.com

• physicsweb.org/

• www.colorado.edu/physics/2000/index.pl

• www.physicsclassroom.com

• http://www.ugrad.math.ubc.ca

http://www.physicscentral.com/

http://www.colorado.edu/physics/2000/index.pl

http://www.ugrad.math.ubc.ca/


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11. Banner Data












Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data


Scheduled teaching 1 33.3 %


Practical Work 2 66.6 %

Tutorials 0 0 %



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Total 3 100 %

Course Instructor: Dr. Rania Ibrahim



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BCHM101, BIOCHEMISTRY I , 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)


Program title Biotechnology



Course Code: BCHM101b

Course Title Biochemistry I

Course Leader Dr. Ashraf Bakkar


Credit

Units/Hours:

4


Pre-requisite/s General Chemistry (CHM101b)

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of the course is to introduce students to the principles of Biochemistry and will cover

subjects including solutions and blood buffers, carbohydrates, fats, proteins and enzymes.

Moreover, the course will provide the students with important and essential skills like the

detection of carbohydrates and proteins and understanding some of their reactions.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


of:

3 2 Independent

study:


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1. Classification sugars, lipid and proteins and Enzymes.

2. Solutions, Acid- base balance properties of carbohydrates, lipids

and proteins, enzymes and their kinetics.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Point out the acid base imbalance and its consequences,

carbohydrate isomerism, functions of phospholipids and the different

levels of proteins structure and the different bonds involved.

2. Differentiate between the different types of enzyme inhibition

based on kinetics (lineweaver-burk plot).

C. Professional

Skills

1. Apply the acquired knowledge in preparing solutions and

identifying carbohydrates, lipids and proteins by their specific

reactions.

2- Use the results of the specific reactions in distinguishing between

unknown samples of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.

D. General and

Communication

Skills


2. Show time management skills by meeting deadlines as well work

in a team.



1. Introduction to Biochemistry A. 1, 2

& B1,2

1. General Introduction

about Biochemistry labs &

Lab Safety Rules.

C. 1

2. Solutions

A. 2

C. 1

2. Preparing of solutions of

different concentrations

C. 1 &

D. 1

3. Acid-base imbalance. A. 1,2 &

B. 1

3. Preparing of different

solutions of different pH

and

C. 1, &

D. 1


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Measuring it

4. Carbohydrate Chemistry. A. 1,2 &

B. 1

4. Reactions of

carbohydrates

identifying carbohydrate

C. 1, 2

& D. 1

5. Lipid chemistry A. 1, 2

& B. 1

5. Reactions of

carbohydrates

identifying carbohydrate

C. 1, 2

& D. 1

6. Proteins & plasma proteins A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

6. Reactions of lipids C. 1, 2

&

D. 1

7. Enzymes & enzyme inhibition

A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

2

7. Reactions of proteins

identifying proteins

C. 1, 2

& D. 1



1

Introduction to Biochemistry I

Solutions

Solubility , colloids,

osmosis, Dialysis





2 Acid-base imbalance

Acid-base balance-buffers

(1) Solutions and their preparation

● Buffers and pH


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* Assignment 1P

3

Carbohydrate Chemistry

Classification of Carbohydrates

Monosaccharaides

a) Classification, b) Isomerism c) c)

Reactions

Disaccharides

Quiz 1T

* Assignment 1T

(2) Reactions of carbohydrates

Identifying carbohydrates

● Molish’s test

● Iodine test

4

Carbohydrate chemistry

polysaccharides

(3) Reactions of carbohydrates

Identifying carbohydrates

● Fehling’s test

● Salivawanoff’s test

5

Chemistry of lipids

Classification of lipids

Simple lipids

Compound lipids

● Practicing a scheme for identification

of unknown of Carbohydrates

6

Chemistry of lipids

• Conjugated lipids

• Derived Lipids

• Chemical reactions of lipids

(4) Reactions of Lipids

● Biochemical properties and reactions

of lipids

Quiz 1P


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7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Chemistry of proteins

• Properties of amino acids

• Classification of amino acids

(5) Reactions of proteins

● Identifying biochemical properties

and reactions of protein

● Biuret test

● Heat coagulation test

• *Assignment 2P

10

Chemistry of proteins

• Protein structure

• Classification of proteins

• Quiz 2T


(6) Reactions of proteins

• Identifying biochemical properties

and reactions of proteins

• Rosenheim’s test

11

Enzymes

• Classification of Enzymes

• Mechanism of Enzyme action

Practicing a scheme for identification of

unknown protein

12

Enzymes

• Enzyme kinetics

• Enzyme inhibition

Quiz 2P

* Practicing a scheme for identification of

both unknown carbohydrates and proteins

13 Revision


Practical Exams


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14 FINAL TERM EXAMS

*The subjects of the assignments and projects is defined by the instructor













- Students with some physical challenges are met every now and then to ensure that they receive

the information clearly and deal with their discomfort Active learning/ Moodle is of great help

for those students.

- Students with any physical challenges or transient cases which render their participation in

practical activities difficult are helped by TAs or technicians.

- Students with low self-esteem are continuously encouraged and a positive feedback on their



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- Lecture rooms with data show.

- Trained TAs and Technicians to help students with physical challenges.

- Well equipped computer labs and trained technicians are available.

- Special tables or seats close to the board are ready for students with physical disabilities


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A. 1, 2

B. 1


MCQs

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 5%

A1. 2

D. 1

Assignment

1T

write on a

selected topic

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 2%

A. 1, 2

B. 1

Mid Term

Exam

Essay

Questions,

MCQ,

Diagrams.


& 8

20%

A. 1, 2

B. 1


MCQ and

T&F with

justification.

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

10

5%

A. 2,

B. 1,2

Assignment

2T

Preparation of

a power point

presentation

on a selected

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

12 3%


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D. 1, 2 topic.

C. 1, 2

D. 1, 2

Assignment

1P & 2P

Write on a

selected topic

related to

experiments

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

2&9

5%

C. 1, 2 Quiz 1P & 2P Essay

questions,

Short notes,

Explain

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 6

&12

5%

C. 1, 2 Practical

exam

Short notes,

Experimental

procedures

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

13

15%

A. 1,

2, B. 1,

2


Essay

Questions,

MCQ

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading


14

40%

Total 100%



1. Notes Hand out of BCHM201b

2. Course

Textbook

Harvey, R. A.& Ferrier , D. R..(2010). Lippincott’s Review of

Biochemistry. (5th ed.). Wolter Klauwer/ Lippencott William&

Wilkins, Phaladelphia.

3. Suggested

Reference

Books

Nelson, D. L. & Cox, M. M. (2012). Lehninger Principles of

Biochemistry. (6 th ed.). Freeman, W.H & Company. New York, NY

10010

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Journal of Carbohydrate Chemistry


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Journal of Lipid Research

American Journal of Biochemistry

5. Useful

Websites

www.https://oli.cmu.edu/jcourse/lms/students/syllabus.do

http://www.learnerstv.com/Free-medical-Video-lectures

http://www.biology.arizona.edu/biochemistry/biochemistry.

11. Banner Data












Linked Course N/A



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12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 5 100%

Course Instructor: Ashraf Bakkar



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CHM_102B, PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)





Course Code: CHM_102b

Course Title Physical Chemistry

Course Leader Dr Riham Mohsen


Credit

Units/Hours:

3



2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to introduce the students to the basic laws and principles of physical chemistry.

The course also aims at teaching students how to use the acquired knowledge in solving

problems and interpret figured data on the subject.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


of:

1. The different laws and principles studied regarding gases, liquids

2 Independent

study:


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and solids.

2. The states of matter and different properties of gases, liquids and

solids and basics of thermochemistry

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Outline the different laws and principles regarding gases, solids and

liquids as well as those regarding thermochemistry.

2.Use the acquired knowledge in solving the problems regarding gas

laws, thermochemistry, solutions, and colligative properties of

solutions.

C. Professional Skills 1. Demonstrate the ability of devise and performing physical

chemistry experiment that is related to the curriculum.

2. Apply the laws of physical Chemistry in interpreting the results of

the experiment selected to be done.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate the ability to be a team player. .

2. Show time management skills by working to deadlines.



1. States of matter

2. Properties of gases

A. 1,

2&B.

1,2

None

3. Properties of gases ( part I) A. 1, 2&

B. 1,2

None

4. Properties of gases ( part II) A. 1, 2

& B. 1

None

5. Kinetic Molecular Theory A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

None


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2

6. Thermo- chemistry ( Part I) A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

2

None

7. Thermo- chemistry ( Part II) A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

2

None

8. Solutions A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

2

None

9. Solubility & Colligative properties

of solutions

A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

2

None

10. Solving problems and revision

A. 1 &B.

1,2

None

11. Discussion of the project and

presentations

A. 1 &

B. 1,2&

C1,2&

D1,D2

None



1 Introduction to Physical Chemistry

States of the matter

None


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Gases, liquids and Solids

2

Properties of gases (I)

Boyle’s law

Charles’ law

* Assignment 1

None

3

Properties of gases (II)

Avogadro’s hypothesis

Molar mass & gas densities

Dalton’s atomictheory

Quiz 1T

None

4 Solving problems on the different gas

laws and revision.

None

5

Kinetic Molecular Theory

Applications of the "Kinetic Molecular

Theory"

Effusion and Diffusion

None

6

Thermo- chemistry ( I)

Types of Energy and systems

Kinetic and Potential Energy

Energy Changes in Chemical Reactions

None


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7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Solving problems on the kinetic

Molecular theory and thermochemistry

(I)

None

•

10

Thermo- chemistry ( I)

Law of conservation of energy

Calorimetry

The first law of thermochemistry

Quiz 2T

None

11

Solutions

Solutions, colloids and suspensions

Solubility and types of solutions

Molarity

Molality

None

12

Solubility & colligative properties of

solutions

Hnery‘s law

Freezing point depression

Boiling point elevation

Vapor pressure lowering

Osmotic pressure

None

13 Discussion of Assignment I and None


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presentation of the projects

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS









C.1 Hand out/ Discussion

C.2 Hand out / Discussion

D.1 Active learning and Assignment 1 P/discussions with course director

D.2 Preparing and presenting Assignment 1P/ guidance of with course director





- Students with any physical challenges -or transient cases- which make their participation in





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- Virtual labs are available


- A special table or chair were prepared to accommodate any student (s) with a physical

disability


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1,2&

B. 1,2


MCQs

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 10%

C.1,2&

D. 1, 2

Assignment

1T

Prepare an

experiment

and present it

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

13

20%

A. 1,

2&

B. 1,2

Mid Term

Exam

Essay

Questions,

MCQ,

Diagrams.


&8

20%

A.

1,2&

B. 1,2


MCQ and

T&F with

justification.

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

10

10%


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A.

1,2&

B. 1,2


Essay

Questions,

MCQ

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading


15

40%

Total 100%



1. Notes Hand out of CHM201b

2. Course Textbook Silbey, R. J., Alberty, R. & Bawendi, M. (2005). Physical Chemistry.

(4th ed.). Hoboken, NJ. John Wiley & Sons Inc.

3. Suggested

Reference Books

Martin, A.N.&Bustamante, P. ( 1993). Physical pharmacy: physical

chemical principles in the pharmaceutical sciences.( 4th ed.)

Baltimore, Maryland : Williams & Wilkins.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

The journal of Physical Chemistry

European Journal of Chemistry

5. Useful Websites https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/chemistry/5-61-physical-chemistry-fall-

http://chemcollective.org/physical

11. Banner Data






https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/chemistry/5-61-physical-chemistry-fall-


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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data




Practical Work 0 0%

Tutorials 0 0%


Total 2 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Riham Mohsen



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CSB_101, COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 1, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)




Course Code: CSB_101

Course Title Computer Programming I

Course Leader Dr. Soha Safwat


Credit

Units/Hours:

3


Pre-requisite/s CSB_100b

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to ensure The aims of the course are to introduce the basics of

programming with emphasize on object oriented techniques using C++. Familiarize the students

with the syntax and the semantics of the C++ programming language. Shed light on the

input/output instructions, data types, arithmetic operations, control structures, arrays, and

functions.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1. How to use computers for problem solving and know the basic

2 2 Independent

study:


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structures and components of high level programming language;

C++.

2. Demonstrate good programming techniques for readability and

trace ability and read and program source code

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Use automated and manual debugging tools to fix a given program

C. Professional

Skills

1. Use the VC++ programming language to convert the logic and

design into a computer program.

2. Choose the appropriate programming technique for a problem

and apply it to write a well-structured program

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Use a computer to communicate with others and write a code.



1. Basic program construction

(identifiers, statements,

functions, comments, and

preprocessors).

A.1,

B.1

1.Applying the concepts learned to

develop workable programming

solutions for different types of

problems from a variety of fields in

text manipulation

A.1,

C.1

2. C++ simple data types. A.1,

D.1

2.Applying the concepts learned to


solutions for. Mathematical and

business problems

A.1,

D.2

3. Constants and variables

declaration.

B.1,

C.1

3.Exercises on constants and variables

declaration.).

B.1,

C.1

4. Input and output statements

(cin and cout).

B.2,

C.2

4.Applying on in/output statements

between several types of

A.1,

B.1


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Week Lecture Lab


Course Breakdown


Course Breakdown

2

• Basic program construction

(identifiers, statements,

functions, comments, and

preprocessors).

• Applying the concepts learned to


solutions for different types of

problems from a variety of fields in

text manipulation

3

• C++ simple data types. • Applying the concepts learned to


solutions for. Mathematical and

business problems

4 • Constants and variables

declaration.

• Exercises on constants and variables

declaration.).


5. Output manipulators. B.1,

C.1,D.1

5.Practical training on Output

manipulators

A.1,

C.1

6. Automatic type conversions

and casting.

A.1,

D.1

6.Exercises on conversions and

casting.

B.1,

C.1

7. Decision statements (if and

switch).

A.1,

C.2

7.Practical training on decision

statements (if and switch).

B.1,

C.1

8. Passing value and reference

arguments.

B.1,

C.1

8.Practical training on passing value

and reference arguments.

D.1,

C.2


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5

• Input and output statements (cin

and cout).

• Applying on in/output statements

between several types of

programming languages.

6 • Output manipulators. • Assignment 1 “Due date week 10”

• Quiz (1)

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 • Output manipulators. (Cont.) • Applications between several types of


10 • Automatic type conversions and

casting.

• Practical training on communications

hardware

11 • Decision statements (if and

switch).


• *Quiz 2

12 • Passing value and reference

arguments

Revision


14 FINAL TERM EXAMS






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B.1 Research & Projects



C.2 Computer based Modelling

D.1 Discussion

Presentations
















CILOs Assessment Assessment Grading Pass Assessment Timing Weight


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Method/s Tool Mode Mark Type


MCQs

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 2.5%

B.1 Assignment

1

Group

presentation

Letter

Grading

Summative

with feed-

back

Week 6 2.5 %

B.2 Assignment

2

Analytical

thinking


10

2.5 %

C.1 Quiz 2 Critical

thinking

Problems,

MCQs

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week

11

2.5%

A1, B1,

B2

Mid Term

Exam

Problems,

MCQs &

Definations


20%

C.2 Practical

Exam


14

25%

D.1 Oral

Presentation


with feed-

back

Week

13

5%

A1, B1,

B2, C1,

C2


MCQs,

Diagrams &

Definations

Letter

Grading

12 Summative Week

16

40%

Total 100%



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2.Course Textbook Yang, D. (2001). C++ and Object-Oriented Numeric Computing for

Scientists and Engineers. New York, NY: Springer New York.)

ISBN 978-1-4613-0189-9


Books

NA

4.Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

NA

5.Useful Websites NA

11. Banner Data








Term of Delivery Spring


Donor Department


Linked Course N/A



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12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0 %


Total 4 100 %

Course Instructor: .Dr. Soha Rafaat



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ENG_102B, ENGLISH FOR STUDYING SKILLS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)


Programme Name BSc. Hons. Biotechnology




Course Title English for Study Skills

Course Leader Dr. Soha Raafat Ibrahim

Course Level: 3 4 √ 5 6 7 Year 1/Sem 2

Credit

Units/Hours:

3


Pre-requisite/s ENG_101b

2. Aims/Objectives:

The main aim of this module is to develop the skills necessary to support academic reading and

writing to enable students to engage in their chosen degree programme. This module builds on

skills learners acquire in ENG101Module.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


2 1 1 Independent

study:


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1- Paraphrasing, summarizing, analyzing and synthesizing texts from a

variety sources to incorporate in their writings

2- Appropriate vocabulary to ensure academic register and style

3- Selecting on-line material for writing an essay

4- Interpreting data used for writing essays

5- Drawing an outline and prepare a draft for an academic essay

B. Cognitive Skills 1- Apply note taking skills from a variety sources

2- Choose topics for writing an extended essay

3- Prepare research findings used for writing

4- Use grammar effectively to produce appropriate academic writing

5- Compare and contrast similarities and differences in concepts

C. Professional Skills 1- Display advanced reading and writing skills

2- Utilize critical thinking skills using a variety of sources

3- Produce formal academic essays following conventions of academic

writing

4- Analyze research findings and classify data

5- Criticize and argue against author’s point of view and consider

solutions for Problems and discuss limitations of previous solution

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1- Evaluate on-line sources.

2- Work effectively in a small team on critical thinking issues.

3- Present research findings to a small group of peers.




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1- Narrowing down topics A. 1, 2 &

B. 1 &

B.4

D. 1

Practicing how to narrow down a

general area to reach a statement

identifying the research problem,

research question(s) and

hypothesis

C. 1,

2&

D. 1,2

2- Evaluating on-line sources A. 1, 2&

B. 1 &

D. 1, B.5,

C.2, 3

Reading strategies (skimming,

scanning, inferencing,

highlighting, underlining or note-

taking in margins to reach a

conceptual framework/graphic

organiser)

C. 2, 3

&

D. 3

3- Reading a variety of texts A. 1, 2, 5

& B. 1, 2,

3 &

D. 1, 2,3

Practicing the reading strategies

C. 3, 4

& D.

1,2,3

4- Collecting data from different

resources

A. 1, 2, 3

& B. 1, 2

& D. 1

Introducing the components of

APA Theoretical / Empirical

papers

C. 1, 2,

3, 4 &

D. 1,

2,3

5- Incorporating data and analyzing

it in an academic essay

A. 1, 2 &

B. 5, 4, 2

& D. 3

Students analyze their data and

incorporate it in coherent logical

arguments.

C. 1, 2

& D.

1,2

6- Using APA/MLA style to

document information from

resources

A. 3, 4 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1

Students make individual/ group

class presentations of their work.

C. 1, 5

&

D. 1,2


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1

Introducing course aim, objectives,

weekly plan and general grading

system, what research is and discussing

suggested areas for the research paper

Practicing how to narrow down a general

area to reach a statement identifying the

research problem, research question(s) and

hypothesis

2

Introducing techniques of narrowing

down a general area into a focused topic

Reading strategies (skimming, scanning,

inferencing, highlighting, underlining or

note-taking in margins to reach a conceptual

framework/graphic organiser)

3

Discussing the differences between a

statement of the research problem,

research question(s) and hypothesis

Practicing the reading strategies to reach a

graphic organiser and an annotated card for

source 1

4

Introducing ideal as well as faulty

models for students to compare, analyse

and recognize structure and style.

Students are given/ or choose topics to write

about and collect data from different library

and internet resources and document them

applying the APA style of documentation.

5

Introducing differences between a

summary, paraphrase and quotation

together with APA in-text and full

citation

Applying APA in-text and full citation rules

while working on the first Annotated

6

Introducing means of organising ideas

in the Literature Review using

transitional signals (argumentation,

classification, cause and effect,

chronology, compare and contrast)

Assignment 1


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7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Intensive practice of summarising and

paraphrasing

Returning portfolio of first half of semester to

students and discussing poor and good

samples

10

Answering any questions related to the

portfolio

Follow-up

11

Students are given/ or choose topics to

write about and collect data from

different library and internet resources

and document them applying the APA

style of documentation.

Follow-up

12

Students are trained through a writing

process to prepare outlines and edit

drafts before submission of final essays.

Follow-up

13 Introducing guidelines for formatting

the final draft of research paper

Follow-up

14 Oral presentations

15 FINAL TERM EXAMS






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A.3 Writing






B.5 Writing







D.3 Writing

D.4 Active learning/ Moodle


Students with low self-esteem are continuously encouraged and a positive feedback on their






activities difficult will be helped by a T.A.


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• Classrooms should be equipped with PCs and Data Show and internet connection to allow

students to view scenes from films as relevant.

• Students' use of E-Learning is encouraged to activate their group conferencing and

discussion


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A1,

A2,

A3,

A4,

B1,

B3,

B4,

C1,

C3,

C4, D1

Writing

Assignment 1

write on a

selected topic

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week 5 10%

A1,

A2,

A3,

A4,

B1,

B3,

B4,

C1,

C3,

Mid Term

Exam

Essay

Questions,

MCQ,

Diagrams.

Marks Summative Week 8 20%


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C4, D1

A1,

A3,

A4,

A5,

B1,

B2,

C3,

C4,

D1,

D3,

D4, C5

Term Paper

&

Presentation

complete a

term paper

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week

10

30%

A1,

A2,

A3,

A4,

A5,

B1,

B3,

B4,

C1,

C3,

C4,

D1, B5

Final Exam Definitions,

Essay

Questions,

MCQ

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

Summative Week

15

40%

Total 100%



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Notes Course Manuals

Course Textbook Wallas, M. J. (2004). Study skills in English. Cambridge: Cambridge

University Press

Suggested Reference

Books

Barnet, S., &Bedau, H. (Eds.) (2005). Current issues and enduring

questions: a guide to critical thinking and argument, with readings.

(7th Ed.) Boston/New York: Bedford/St. Martin’s

Blass, L., Friesen, H. & Block, K. (2008). Creating meaning:

advanced reading and writing. Oxford: Oxford University Press

Broukal, M. (2002) Weaving it together: connecting reading and

writing (Book1) (2nd Ed.). Canada: Heinle ELT

Chaffe, J. (2012). Thinking critically. (10th ed.). Boston: Wadsworth

Wallas, M. J. (2004). Study skills in English. Cambridge: Cambridge

University Press

Suggested Periodicals/

Journals

Gardner, P. (Ed.) (2005). New Directions: Reading, Writing and

Critical Thinking. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press

Useful Websites MSA University e-learning website

- http://e-learning.msa.edu.eg/

American Psychological Association (APA) documentation style

- http://www.apastyle.org/

- http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/

Search engines:

- EbscoHost (a database for academic and scholarly articles in a

wide range of disciplines. This website is accessible to MSA

students using the following username and password.)

o Username: ebscohost

http://e-learning.msa.edu.eg/

http://www.apastyle.org/

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/


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o Password: wsfd2010

- Google Scholar (http://scholar.google.com.eg/schhp?hl=ar)

Newspapers and news agencies:

- Al-Ahram Weekly (http://weekly.ahram.org.eg/)

- Al-Masri al-Youm (http://www.almasryalyoum.com/)

- Al-Tahrir (http://tahrirnews.com/)

- Al-Sharq al-Awsat (http://www.aawsat.com/)

- BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world_radio_and_tv/)

- CNN (http://edition.cnn.com/)

- New York Times (http://www.nytimes.com/)

- The Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk)

- Washington Post (http://www.washingtonpost.com/

11. Banner Data

Course Status

Core ✓ Option

Replacement for existing course?

Yes No ✓




N/A



http://scholar.google.com.eg/schhp?hl=ar

http://weekly.ahram.org.eg/

http://www.almasryalyoum.com/

http://tahrirnews.com/

http://www.aawsat.com/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world_radio_and_tv/

http://edition.cnn.com/

http://www.nytimes.com/

http://www.guardian.co.uk)/

http://www.washingtonpost.com/


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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data




Practical Work 0 0%

Tutorials 1 33.33%


Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Soha Raafat Ibrahim



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PHY201, BIOPHYSICS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)




Course Code: PHY201

Course Title Biophysics

Course Leader Dr. Rania Mahmoud


Credit

Units/Hours:

2



2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to help students integrate the knowledge gained in first year biology

and physics courses with modern topics in biophysics. The course highlights current topics in

both biology and physics, such as MRI and other imaging technologies, fluorescence

spectroscopy as new ways to study protein-protein interactions, molecular motors, electrical

properties of membranes coupled with antibodies or other sensors to produce high-sensitivity

diagnostic instrumentation, osmosis in biology, bio-photonics and bio-nanotechnology.



2 1 Independent

study:


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A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1. An overview and global perspective of biological energy.

2. Some applications of chemical potential, electrochemical potential;

membrane potential, coupling between electron and proton transport.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Distinguish between the ATP synthesis and the ATP synthase.

2. Classify different perspectives of biochemical energy.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Apply different applications of chemical potential; electrochemical

potential; membrane potential, coupling between electron and proton

transport.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate self-motivation for self-learning.

2. Show the ability to do a full presentation


Theoretical Content ILOs

1. Defining thermodynamic functions; equilibrium constant,

pH, pK, enthalpy, entropy and free energy.

A.1, B.2

2. Elementary chemical thermodynamics A.1, D.1

3. Medical applications of liposomes B.2, C.1

4. Protein structures and protein modelling B.2, C.2

5. Physical basics of electroporation B.1, C.1

6. Electron transport chains as proton pumps. A.2, D.2,D.1

7. ATP synthesis and the ATP synthase A.2, C.2

8. Radioactivity A.2, D.2, C.2


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Week Lecture


Course Breakdown

2 Introduction to biological energy.

3

Elementary chemical thermodynamics.


*Quiz 1

4 Electron transport chains; overview and redox components.

5 Electron transport chains as proton pumps.

*Quiz 2

6 Chemical potential, electrochemical potential, membrane potential, coupling between

electron and proton transport.

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 ATP synthesis and the ATP synthase.

10

Photochemical reaction centers.


*Quiz 3


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11 Physical basics of electroporation.

12 Protein structure and protein modeling.

13

Revision

Submission of Assignment 2


14 FINAL TERM EXAMS





• Simulators & Models

B.1 • Simulators & Models

• Research & Projects


B.2 • Cooperative learning

• Workshop

• Active learning /Moodle





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• Role Play

D.1 • Group Debate

• Discussion

• Presentations




- Students with some physical disability are met frequently to ensure that they receive the













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CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight


MCQs

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 2.5%

A.2 Assignment

1

Research on

……

Marks Summative

with feedback

Week 4 2.5 %

B.1,

D.2

Assignment

2

Group

presentation

Marks Summative

with feedback

Week 6 2.5 %

B.2 Assignment

3

Analytical

thinking

Letter

Grading

Formative Week

10

0 %

C.1 Quiz 2 Critical

thinking

Problems,

MCQs

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week

11

2.5%

A1, A2,

B1, B2

Mid Term

Exam

Problems,

MCQs &

Definations


20%

C.2 Practical

Exam


14

25%

D.1,

D.2

Oral

Presentation


with feed-

back

Week

13

5%

A1, A2,

B1, B2,

C1, C2


MCQs,

Diagrams &

Definations

Letter

Grading

12 Summative Week

16

40%


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Total 100%




2.Course Textbook Cotterill, R. (2002) Biophysics: An Introduction.

England: Wiley. ISBN: 978-0-471-48538-4.


Books

Jack A. Tuszynski, Michal Kurzynski . (2003) Introduction to

Molecular Biophysics,Pure and Applied Physics (ISBN:

9780849300394)

4.Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

NA

5.Useful Websites http://pps.cryst.bbk.ac.uk/index.html

https://www.malvern.com/en/products/measurement-

type/microcalorimetry/

11. Banner Data









http://pps.cryst.bbk.ac.uk/index.html

https://www.malvern.com/en/products/measurement-type/microcalorimetry/

https://www.malvern.com/en/products/measurement-type/microcalorimetry/


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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 2 100 %

Course Instructor: Dr. Rania Mahmoud



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LEVEL TWO


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BCHM201, BIOCHEMISTRY II, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)





Course Code: BCHM201

Course Title Biochemistry II

Course Leader Dr. Ashraf Bakkar


Credit

Units/Hours:

3


Pre-requisite/s Biochemistry I (BCHM101)

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to introduce students to a detailed description of the main metabolic pathways which

occur in the body and to use this information to understand and explain the relationship between their

deregulation and different diseases. Additionally, the course gives students a solid basis for understanding

how these metabolic pathways are interconnected and how deregulation represents an important aspect

for pathological phenomena.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1. The metabolic pathways of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins

and minerals and their role in diseases.

2. The regulation of carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism and the

integration of metabolism.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Relate the deregulation of carbohydrate, lipid, minerals and protein

metabolism as well as vitamin deficiency to specific diseases.

2 2 1 Independent

study:


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2. Outline the role of Insulin and Glucagon in the integration of

metabolism during fed and fasting conditions.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Apply the acquired knowledge in differentiating normal and abnormal

constituents in urine.

2. Interpret the results of urine analysis to diagnose abnormalities and

diseases.

D. General and

Communication

Skills


2. Show time management skills by meeting deadlines.



1. Introduction to Bioenergetics A. 1, 2 &

B. 1


about Biochemistry labs &

Lab Safety Rules.

C. 1

2. Oxidative phosphorylation and electron

transport chain

A. 1, 2&

B. 1 2. Urine analysis (1)

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1

3. Digestion & absorption of carbohydrate

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1

3. Urine analysis (2) C. 1, 2 &

D. 1

4. Metabolism of carbohydrate. A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 4. Urine analysis (3)

Normal constituents of urine

Inorganic constituents

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1

5. Digestion& absorption of lipids A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 5.Identification of the

physical properties and

normal constituents of

unknown urine sample

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1

6. Metabolism of lipids A. 1, 2 &


Abnormal constituents

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1

7. Digestion and metabolism of Proteins

A. 1, 2 &



C. 1, 2 &

D. 1

8. Integration of metabolism A. 1, 2 &



C. 1, 2 &

D. 1

9. Vitamins

A. 1 &

B. 1

9.Identification of the

abnormal constituents of


C. 1, 2 &

D. 1

10. Minerals

A. 1 &

B. 1

10- Revision C. 1, 2 &

D. 1


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1

Introduction to Biochemistry II

Bioenergiics

First law of thermodynamics

Second law of thermodynamics





2

● Oxidative phosphorylation (1) Urine analysis

● Physical examination of urine

▪ Volume

▪ Color

▪ Specific gravity * Assignment 1P

3

Carbohydrate Metabolism

Digestion of carbohydrates

Glycolysis

Krebs cycle

Quiz 1T

* Assignment 1T

(2) Urine analysis

● Physical examination of urine

▪ Acidity and pH

▪ Odor

▪ Turbidity

4

Carbohydrate Metabolism

Gluconeogenesis

Pentose phosphate shunt

Glycogenesis

Glycogenolysis

(3) Urine analysis

• Normal constituents of urine

Inorganic constituents

▪ Test for Chloride

▪ Test for Inorganic Phosphate

5 Lipid Metabolism

Digestion and absorption of lipids

De Novo fatty acid synthesis

• Practicing a scheme for identification of

unknown urine sample (4)

6

Metabolism of lipids

• -oxidation

• Ketone bodies

• Lipoproteins and Cholesterol

(4) Urine analysis

Abnormal constituents of urine

• Proteins ( proteinuria)

• Glucose ( Glucouria)


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Quiz 1P

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Metabolism proteins • Transamination and deamination

• Transport of Ammonia from tissues to liver

• (5) Urine analysis

• Abnormal constituents of urine

• Bile salts

• *Assignment 2P

10

Metabolism of proteins

• Urea cycle &Metabolism of Ammonia

• Integration of metabolism

• Quiz 2T


• (6) Urine analysis

• Abnormal constituents of urine

• Ketone bodies

11

Vitamins

• Water soluble vitamins

Practicing a scheme for identification of

abnormal constituents of unknown urine

sample

12

Vitamins

• Fat soluble vitamins

Quiz 2P

* Practicing a scheme for identification of both

normal and abnormal constituents of


13

Minerals

• Na, K, Cl, Ca, P, Mg, and S

• Trace-elements which include

Cr,Co, Cu, I, Fe, Mn, Mo, Se,

Zn

Revision


Practical Exams

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS





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-Students with some physical challenges are met every now and then to ensure that they receive

the information clearly and deal with their discomfort. Active learning/ Moodle is of great help

for those students.

-Students with any physical challenges -or transient cases- which make their participation in







- Virtual labs

- Well equipped computer labs and trained technicians.

- A special table or chair were prepared to accommodate any student (s) with physical disability


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A. 1, 2

B. 1


MCQs

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 5%

C. 2

D. 1, 2

Assignment 1T write on a

selected topic

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 2%

A. 1, 2

B. 1

Mid Term

Exam

Essay

Questions,

MCQ,

Diagrams.


& 8

20%


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A. 1, 2

B. 1


MCQ and T&F

with

justification.

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 10 5%

A. 2,

B. 1

D. 1, 2

Assignment 2T Preparation of a

power point

presentation on

a selected topic.

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 12 3%

C. 1, 2

D. 1, 2

Assignment 1P

& 2P

Write on a

selected topic

related to

experiments

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

2&9

5%

C. 1, 2 Quiz 1P & 2P Essay questions,

Short notes,

Explain

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 6

&12

5%

C. 1, 2 Practical exam Short notes,

Experimental

procedures

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 14 15%

A. 1, 2,

B. 1, 2


Essay

Questions,

MCQ

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

12/40 Summative Week 15 40%

Total 100% Are students required to pass all components in order to pass the course? No


1. Notes Hand out of BCHM201b

2. Course Textbook Harvey, R. A. & Ferrier , D. R..(2010). Lippincott’s Review of Biochemistry.

(5th ed.). Wolter Klauwer/ Lippencott William& Wilkins, Phaladelphia.

3. Suggested

Reference Books Nelson, D. L. & Cox, M. M. Lehninger (2012). Principles of Biochemistry.

(6th ed.), Freeman, W.H & Company. New York, NY 10010

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Annual Review of Biochemistry

Trends in Biochemical Sciences

Critical Reviews in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

5. Useful Websites www.https://oli.cmu.edu/jcourse/lms/students/syllabus.do

http://www.learnerstv.com/Free-medical-Video-lectures

http://www.biology.arizona.edu/biochemistry/biochemistry.

11. Banner Data



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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%




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BIO201, CELL BIOLOGY AND PHYSIOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

Course specifications

1. Course data:





Course code BIO201

Course title Cell Biology and Physiology

Leader Dr. Osama S S Hassan

Level 3 4 ✓ 5 6 7 Year 2/Sem 1

Credit Units\hours 4


Pre-requisites BIO101b, BIO102b

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to clearly identify cell organelles in terms of both their histological structure and

function, provide an overview of the specialization of cells into tissues and organs within the human

body, with special focus on nervous tissue as the illustrated example, educate students about plant

responses to internal and external signals in relation to their growth and development along with the

fundamental concepts underlying plant and animal nutrition, and to raise awareness of plant cycle, growth

development, and photosynthesis.

3. Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs):

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to show knowledge and understanding of:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1. The History of Studying Cells.

2. "The Scientific Method".

3 2 Independent

study:


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3. Cellular respiration, electron transport, and cell communication.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Demonstrate the cell cycle, cellular respiration, and

photosynthesis.

C. Professional Skills 1. Assess the mechanism of cellular respiration.

D. General and

Communication Skills




1. Introduction to "The Scientific Method"

and characteristics of living things

A.1,

A.2 1. Course introduction

A.1,

A.2

2. Cell biology (cell content and structure) A.1,

A.2 2. Cell division

A.3,

B.1

3. Cell physiology A.3 3. Karyotyping A.2

4. Cellular respiration A.3,

B.1 4. Plasma membrane permeability A.3

5. Chemical structure of ATP B.1,

C.1

5. Fermentative and digestive

enzymes

C.1,

D.1

6. Photosynthesis B.1 6. Reduction and oxidation C.1

7. Cell communication A.3 7. Response of plant cells to

different tonicity

C.1,

D.1

8. Plant nutrition B.1 8. Osmosis A.3

9. Animal nutrition B.1 9. Photosynthesis A.3,

B.1

10. Plant responses to internal and external

signals

A.3,

B.1 10. Respiration

A.3,

B.1


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5. Learning and teaching activities:


1st week Introduction to "The Scientific Method" and

characteristics of living things

Course introduction

2nd week Cell biology (cell content and structure)

Cell division

* Assignment.P1

3rd week Cell physiology

Karyotyping

* Quiz.P1

4th week Cellular respiration

* Quiz.T1

Plasma membrane permeability

5th week Chemical structure of ATP Fermentative and digestive enzymes

6th week Photosynthesis

* Assignment.T1

Reduction and oxidation

7th & 8th

weeks

MID-TERM EXAMS

9th week Cell communication Response of plant cells to different tonicity

10th

week Plant nutrition Osmosis

* Assignment.P2

11th

week

Animal nutrition

* Assignment.T2

Photosynthesis

* Quiz.P2


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12th

week

Plant responses to internal and external

signals

* Quiz.T2

Respiration

13th

week Revision

Revision

14th

week FINAL EXAMS



• Students with physical and psychological challenges meet the instructors of the course

periodically to ensure their proper understanding of the course.

• Students with physical challenges are provided with special tables to facilitate their laboratory

work.




A.1 Active learning, integrating technology, and discussion method



B.1 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, and discussion method

C.1 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, and discussion method

D.1 Providing the opportunity for students to work in groups during the practical work.


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• Lecture rooms with data shows.

• Virtual labs.

• Well-equipped computer labs and trained technicians.

• Well-equipped laboratories with the required equipment and kits.


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A.3, B.1 Assignment.P1 Short


Summative


A.1, A.2,

A.3, B.1 Quiz.P1 Short notes Marks

Summative


A.1, A.2,

A.3, B.1 Quiz.T1 Short notes Marks

Summative


B.1 Assignment.T1 Short


Summative


A.1, A.2,

A.3, B.1 Midterm exam

Essay

questions, and

MCQs


7,8 20%

A.3 Assignment.P2 Solve a

problem Marks

Summative


A.3, B.1 Quiz.P2 Short notes Marks Summative


B.1 Assignment.T2 Short


Summative


A.3, B.1 Quiz.T2 Short notes Marks Summative


A.3, B.1, Final Practical Essay Marks Summative Week 14 15%


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C.1 Exam questions,

cases, practical

A.1, A.2,

A.3, B.1,

C.1

Final Exam

Essay

questions,

MCQ, cases.

Letter

grading 12 Summative Week 14 40%

Total 100%



1. Notes Power point presentations prepared by lecturer

2. Course Textbook Couraud, P. O., & Scherman, D. (Eds.). (2013). Biology and physiology of

the blood-brain barrier: transport, cellular interactions, and brain

pathologies (Vol. 46). Springer Science & Business Media.


Books

Rothman, J. H., & Singson, A. (Eds.). (2012). Caenorhabditis elegans: cell

biology and physiology (Vol. 107). Academic Press.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

The Journal of Cellular Physiology

5. Useful Websites Universiteit van Amsterdam, (2016, January 26). Bacterial Cell Biology &

Physiology Groups. Retrieved from http://sils.uva.nl/content/research-

groups/bacterial-cell-biology-and-physiology-groups/bacterial-cell-biology-

and-physiology-groups.html

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ENG_201B, ENGLISH FOR RESEARCH PURPOSES, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data






Course Title English for Research Purposes

Course Leader Dr. Ghada Al Akhdar





2. Aims/Objectives:

In designing this course, the main priority is to provide students with the practical skills that are needed in

writing an APA correctly documented academic research paper. The course will take the students

through the journey of developing and improving their ability to outline and write effectively a Literature

Review paper in the relevant area. In addition, it will present the students with the academically and

ethically accepted techniques of presenting other people’s work by instilling the correct use of

documentation to avoid plagiarism.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1-The meaning and types of academic research

2- Different reading strategies and some mind mapping techniques

3 1 1 Independent

study:


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3- Evaluate an argument by understanding the different types of common

fallacies

4- APA in-text and full citation rules while summarizing, paraphrasing and/or

quoting

B. Cognitive Skills 1-Distinguish, analyze and evaluate different types of sources

2- Brainstorm and narrow down ideas to reach a focus

3-Distinguish between a statement of the problem, research question and

hypothesis

4-Apply different reading strategies and Conduct and outline on both

theoretical and empirical research in a specialized discipline

5-Incorporate information from different sources using quoting, summarizing

and paraphrasing techniques, while avoiding fallacies.

C. Professional

Skills

1-Produce a well-formatted APA paper including unified

paragraphs void of any illogical fallacies

2-Evaluate valid/invalid sources and research papers

3-Assess and organize ideas in different writing genres such as argumentation.

4-Classify and present ideas using suitable transitional signals to achieve

coherence

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1- Identify different types and components of research papers

2- Deliver an oral presentation about the research paper

3- Use information technology to serve research purposes

4-Recognise different points of view related to issues of worldwide concerns



1. Introducing course aim,

objectives, weekly plan and

general grading system, what

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1 & B.4

1. Practicing how to narrow

down a general area to reach

a statement identifying the

C. 1, 2&

D. 1,2


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research is and discussing

suggested areas for the

research paper

D. 1 research problem, research

question(s) and hypothesis

2. Introducing techniques of

narrowing down a general

area into a focused topic

A. 1, 2&

B. 1 &

D. 1, B.5,

C.2, 3

2. Reading strategies

(skimming, scanning,

inferencing, highlighting,

underlining or note-taking in

margins to reach a

conceptual

framework/graphic

organiser)

C. 2, 3 &

D. 3,4

3. Discussing the differences

between a statement of the

research problem, research


A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2, 3

&

D. 1, 2,3

3. Practicing the reading

strategies to reach a graphic

organiser and an annotated

card for source 1

C. 3, 4 &

D. 1,2,3

4. Introducing library skills

(types and evaluation of

sources, useful links)

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1

4. Introducing the components

of APA Theoretical /

Empirical papers

C. 1, 2,

3, 4 &

D. 1, 2,4

5. Introducing differences

between a summary,

paraphrase and quotation

together with APA in-text

and full citation

A. 1, 2 &

B. 5, 4, 2

& D. 3

5. Applying APA in-text and

full citation rules while

working on the first

Annotated Bibliography

Card

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2

6. Introducing means of

organising ideas in the

Literature Review using

transitional signals

(argumentation,

classification, cause and

effect, chronology, compare

and contrast)

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1

6. Practicing APA in-text and

full citation on selected

sections from source 1

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2

7. Explaining how to

incorporate the content of

Annotated Bibliography

Cards into a preliminary

outline using proper

numbering symbols

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1


summarising and

paraphrasing using APA in-

text and full citation on

selected sections from

Source 2

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2


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summarising and



selected sections from Source

2

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1

8. Administering Quiz 1

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2

9. Answering any questions

related to the portfolio

A. 1 &

B. 1 &

D. 1

9. Returning portfolio of first

half of semester to students

and discussing poor and

good samples

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2

10. Introducing and detecting

contextualised Fallacies

A. 1 &

B. 1 &

D. 1


summarising and



Source 3

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1, 2

11. Introducing the theoretical

and empirical Discussion and

Abstract sections of a

research paper

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1


summarising and



Source 4.

A. 1, 2

& B. 1, 2

& D. 1

12. Introducing guidelines for

formatting the final draft of

research paper

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1


summarising and



Source 4.

A. 1, 2

& B. 1, 2

& D. 1

13. Administering Quiz 2

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 &

D. 1

13. Oral presentations C. 1-4 &

D. 1-4



1 Introducing course aim, objectives, weekly

plan and general grading system, what

research is and discussing suggested areas

Practicing how to narrow down a general area to

reach a statement identifying the research


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for the research paper problem, research question(s) and hypothesis

2

Introducing techniques of narrowing down

a general area into a focused topic

Reading strategies (skimming, scanning,

inferencing, highlighting, underlining or note-

taking in margins to reach a conceptual

framework/graphic organiser)

3

Discussing the differences between a

statement of the research problem, research


Practicing the reading strategies to reach a

graphic organiser and an annotated card for

source 1

4

Introducing library skills (types and

evaluation of sources, useful links)

Introducing the components of APA Theoretical /

Empirical papers

5

Introducing differences between a

summary, paraphrase and quotation

together with APA in-text and full citation

Applying APA in-text and full citation rules

while working on the first Annotated

Bibliography Card

6

Introducing means of organising ideas in

the Literature Review using transitional

signals (argumentation, classification, cause

and effect, chronology, compare and

contrast)

Administering Quiz 1

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9



citation on selected sections from Source 2

Returning portfolio of first half of semester to

students and discussing poor and good samples

10

Answering any questions related to the

portfolio

• Intensive practice of summarising and


citation on Source 3


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11

Introducing and detecting contextualised

Fallacies


paraphrasing using APA in-text and full citation

on Source 4.

12

Introducing the theoretical and empirical

Discussion and Abstract sections of a

research paper


paraphrasing using APA in-text and full citation

on Source 4.

13 Introducing guidelines for formatting the

final draft of research paper

Follow-up

14 Oral presentations

15 FINAL TERM EXAMS







A.3 Writing







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B.5 Writing







D.3 Writing

D.4 Active learning/ Moodle


-Students with low self-esteem are continuously encouraged and a positive feedback on their progress is





- Students with any physical disability or transient cases which make their participation in activities

difficult will be helped by a T.A.

- Students with poor computer skills or difficulty preparing or presenting their work are assured and







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CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A. 1, 2

B. 1,

C.3,

A.3,

B.3

Quiz 1 Short Notes,

MCQs, essay

question

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 10%

A. 1,

2,3,

B.1,2,3

Mid Term

Exam

Essay

Questions,

MCQ,

Diagrams.


& 8

20%

A. 3, 4

B. 3,4

Quiz 2 Short Notes,

MCQ and T&F

with

justification.

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week 10 10%

D.1, 2,

4, C.3,4

Assignment Write a research

paper on a

selected topic.

Marks Summative

with feed-

back

Week 12 20%

A. 1, 2,

B. 1, 2


Essay

Questions,

MCQ

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

Summative Week 15 40%

Total 100%



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1. Notes Course Manuals

2. Course

Textbook

Lester, J., & Lester, J. (2007). Writing research papers: A complete guide (5th

ed.). New York: Pearson education.

3. Suggested

Reference

Books

Spack, R. (2007). Guidelines: A cross- cultural reading/writing text (3rd ed.).

Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.

Lester, J., & Lester, J. (2009). Writing research papers: A complete guide (12th

ed.). New York: Pearson education.

Spack, R. (2007). Guidelines: A cross-cultural reading/writing text (4th ed.).

Cambridge: Cambridge University Press

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Murdoch University. (2011). APA Documentation Style. Retrieved September

12, 2011, from http://libguides.murdoch.edu. au/APA

5. Useful Websites • http://libguides.murdoch.edu.au/print_content.php?pid=63242&sid=466

316

• http://search.ebscohost.com

• http://www.questia.com

• http://books.google.com/

• http://e-learning.msa.edu.eg

• https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/

• http://www.apastyle.org/

• http://search.ebscohost.com/

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http://books.google.com/


https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/

http://www.apastyle.org/



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BT202, CELL AND TISSUE CULTURE, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data





Course Code: BT202

Course Title Cell and Tissue Culture


Course Level: 3 4 ✓ 5 6 7 Year 2/Sem 2



Pre-requisite/s BIO_201

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to introduce the concepts of cell and tissue culture to the students, and to teach

the basic knowledge and skills essential to the successful cultivation of plant and animal cells and tissues.

The course also aims at exploring development phenomena in tissue culture cells.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1. The concept of cell and tissue culture.

2. Equipment, procedures, and terminology of aseptic culture.

3. The effect of hormones on cell development.

B. Cognitive skills: 1. Differentiate between different morphological stages, and

various types of culture.

C. Professional skills 1. Formulate media and solutions to be used in the culturing

process.

2

1

2

3

4 1

2

3

1

2

3

Independent

study:


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D. General and

communication

skills




1. Introduction to cell and tissue culture A.1

1. Introduction to Plant

Tissue Culture and

Laboratory Safety

Regulations

A.1,

A.2

2. Plant tissue culture A.1,

A.2 2. Plant culture types B.1

3. Plant growth regulators and plant culture A.2,

A.3,

C.1 3. Preparation of MS Media

A.3,

D.1

4. Types of plant tissue culture A.2,

B.1 4. Seed Culture

A.2,

C.1

5. Cell and suspension cultures B.1 5. Embryo Culture A.2,

C.1

6. Protoplast culture B.1 6. Carrot root culture A.2,

C.1

7. Haploid cultures B.1 7. Shoot tip culture A.2,

C.1

8. Pathways of cultured cells and tissues A.3,

B.1 8. Acclimatization

A.2,

B.1,

C.1

9. Plant micropropagation B.1 9. Animal cell culture A.3,

B.1



1 Introduction to cell and tissue culture Introduction to Plant Tissue Culture and

Laboratory Safety Regulations


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2 Plant tissue culture Plant culture types

* Assignment.1P

3 Plant growth regulators and plant

culture

Preparation of MS Media

* Quiz.1P

4 Types of plant tissue culture

* Quiz.1T

Seed Culture

5 Cell and suspension cultures Embryo Culture

6 Protoplast culture

* Assignment.1T

Carrot root culture

7 REVISION

REVISION

8 & 9 MIDTERM EXAMS

10 Haploid cultures Shoot tip culture

11 Pathways of cultured cells and tissues Acclimatization

* Assignment.2P

12 Plant micropropagation

* Assignment.2T

Animal cell culture

* Quiz.2P

13 REVISION 1/2

* Quiz.2T

REVISION


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14 REVISION 2/2 Practical exam

15 FINAL TERM EXAMS




A.1 Active learning, lectures, integrating technology, and discussion method A.2 Active learning, laboratory kits, integrating technology, and discussion method A.3 Active learning, laboratory kits, laboratory presentations, integrating technology, and

discussion method B.1 Active learning, integrating technology, laboratory kits, case method, and discussion method C.1 Active learning, integrating technology and laboratory kits D.1 Lab work, discussion.

7. Strategies for Teaching Students with Special Needs

MSA policies and regulations require that any student with a physical, mental or emotional

disability and in need of assistance, are provisioned special sessions within the context of the

personal tutoring system. In a more standard form, disabilities are given special considerations

with respect to examinations, attendance, marking and texting proximity provided that

appropriate notifications are priory given. Further details and policies can be viewed in students

support handbook.

Regarding the Cell and tissue culture course, there is a practical part that is incorporated.

Students have enough space in the lab in order to circulate using a wheel chair. There is a

“laminar flow hood” available for those students. There is also a special low bench for their

practical work. Faculty staff including lab technicians are trained well in order to help students

with special challenges.


Computers and projectors. Laboratories. Protocols. Lab equipment.

Chemicals & reagents. E- learning


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Plant samples. Incubators Tissue culture plates


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

B.1 & D.1 Assignment.1P

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

2 2.5%

A.3 Quiz.1P Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

3 2.5%

A.2 & B.1 Quiz.1T Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

4 5%

B.1 & D.1 Assignment.1T

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

6 2.5%

A.1, A.2,

A.3 & B.1 Midterm exam

Essay

questions,

and MCQs


7,8 20%

A.2, B.1, C.1

& D.1 Assignment.2P

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

10 2.5%

A.3 & B.1 Quiz.2P Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

11 2.5%


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B.1 & D.1 Assignment.2T

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

11 2.5%

A.3, B.1 &

C.1 Quiz.2T Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

12 5%

A.1, A.2,

A.3, B.1 &

C.1

Final Practical

Exam

Essay

questions,

cases,

practical


13 15%

A.1, A.2,

A.3 & B.1 Final Exam

Essay

questions,

MCQ, cases.

Letter

grading 12 Summative

Week

15 40%

Total 100%



1. Notes Lecture and laboratory notes

2. Course Textbook Vasil, I. K., & Thorpe, T. A. (Eds.). (2013). Plant cell and tissue culture.

Springer Science & Business Media.

3. Suggested

Reference Books

Doyle, A., & Griffiths, J. B. (Eds.). (1998). Cell and tissue culture:

laboratory procedures in biotechnology. New York: Wiley.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Plant Cell, Tissue and Organ Culture (PCTOC)

Journal of Tissue Culture Methods

5. Useful Websites Massachusetts Institute of Technology, (2017). Guidelines for Working in

the Tissue Culture Facility. Retrieved from

https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/biological-engineering/20-109-laboratory-

fundamentals-in-biological-engineering-spring-2010/labs/guidelines-for-

https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/biological-engineering/20-109-laboratory-fundamentals-in-biological-engineering-spring-2010/labs/guidelines-for-working-in-the-tissue-culture-facility/



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GEN201, INTRODUCTORY GENETICS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data




Course Code GEN201

Course Title Introductory Genetics

Course Leader Dr. Ahmed K. Nada

Course Level 3 4 √ 5 6 7 Year 2/Sem 1

Credit Units/Hours 3

Contact Hours Theoretical: Practical: Tutorial:

Pre-requisite/s BIO101b and BIO102b

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to provide a deep understanding about different aspects of genetics, through in-depth

studies on Mendelian Genetics, central dogma, mutations and genetic counseling. Moreover, Introductory

Genetics course aims to provide students with important and essential skills like constructing family

pedigree, Karyotyping and DNA Isolation.


Upon completion of this course, the student will show knowledge and understanding of:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1. Mendelian inheritance patterns and related inheritance laws

2. Genetic counseling, meaning, applications and importance.

2 2 Independent

study:


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B. Cognitive Skills 1. Relate the aspects of molecular genetics

2. Determine how genes are replicated, transcribed and translated.

3.

C. Professional

Skills

1.Construct and analyze family pedigree for certain inherited disorder

2. Perform simple genetic experimentations like Karyotyping and DNA Isolation

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate the ability to work in groups.



1. History of Genetics

A.1,

A.2

B.1,

B.2,

C.1 &

C.2

General Introduction about

genetics labs & Lab Safety

Rules

A.1 & D.1

2. Mendel’s Peas Plan: Discovering the

Laws of Inheritance

A.1,

A.2 &

C.1

Mendel’s Law of Inheritance

(1) Monohybrid Cross

A.1, A.2

& C.1

3. The Subject of Sex A.1,

C.1 &

C.1


(2)

Dihybrid Cross

A.1, A.2

& C.1

4. DNA: The Genetic Material B.1 &

C.2


(3)

Trihybrid Cross

A.1, A.2

& C.1


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5. RNA: Like DNA but Different B.1

&C.1

Non-Mendel’s Law of

Inheritance (4)

Incomplete dominance,

Codominance

Polygenic traits

A.1, A.2

& C.1

6. Genetic code and Translation A.1,

B.2 &

C.1

Genetic Pedigree Analysis A.1 &C.1

7. Mutation and Inherited Diseases B.1 &

C.1

Genetic Karyotyping B.1& C.2

8. Chromosome Disorder A.1 &

C.2

Studying different Mutation C.1 &C.2

9. Ten of the Hottest Issues in Genetics

A.1 &

B.1

DNA Extraction C.2 & D.1



1


History of genetics



Course curriculum


2

Mendel’s Peas Plan: Discovering the

Laws of Inheritance (1)

Dominance and Monohybrid cross

Multiple-Loci Crosses

Mendel’s Law of Inheritance (1)

Monohybrid Cross

Exercises on monohybrid cross problems

*Assignment 1 (P)


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3



Finding Unknown Alleles

Incomplete dominance

Codominance

* Assignment 1 (T)

Quiz 1 (T)


Dihybrid Cross

Exercises on dihybrid cross problems

Non-Mendel’s Law of Inheritance

Incomplete dominance

Codominance

Polygenic traits

4



Quantitative inheritance, Multiple alleles

Lethal alleles

Genes linked together

Mendel’s Law of Inheritance (3)

Trihybrid Cross

Exercises on trihybrid cross problems

Chi-Square Analysis

Quiz 1 (P)

5

The Subject of Sex

Sex-Determination Disorders in Humans

Sex-linked Inheritance

Sex-influenced traits

General Exercises on the previous labs

6

DNA: The Genetic Material

Discovering DNA

The structure of DNA

DNA Replication

Genetic Pedigree Analysis

Autosomal Dominant and Recessive

Sex linked Dominant and Recessive

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 RNA: Like DNA but Different Genetic Karyotyping


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Studying Bacterial Mutation.

Bacterial Mutation by UV light

Project

Assignment 2 (P)

10

Genetic Code and Translation

Translating the Genetic Code

Meeting the Translating Team

* Assignment 2 (T)

DNA Extraction

DNA Extraction from banana fruit

Quiz 2 (P)

11

Mutation and Inherited Diseases

Starting Off with Types of Mutations

Facing the Consequences of Mutation

The chemistry of mutation

General Exercises on the previous labs

12

Chromosome Disorders

Studying Chromosomes

CountingUp Chromosomes

Chromosome Disorder

Quiz 2 (T)

Revision

13 Ten of the Hottest Issues in Genetics

Revision

Practical Exam


14 FINAL TERM EXAMS




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B.1 Discussions and active learning.

B.2 Discussions and active learning.

C.1 Case study and cooperative learning.

C.2 Case study, and cooperative learning.

D.1 Cooperative learning and lab experiment


Computers

Projectors

Laboratories and equipment

Chemicals and reagents

University library



As part of the MSA standard policies, any student with a physical, mental or emotional challenge receive

assistance during provisioned special sessions within the context of the personal tutoring system.

In a more generic form, any challenges or difficulties are given special consideration with respect to

examinations, attendance, marking and texting proximity provided in response to prior appropriate

notification. Moreover, as there is a practical part incorporated in this course, special tables were designed

for those who have physical challenges, and well trained technicians are available to deal with them for

their comfort


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CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1 Quiz 1 (P) Case studies and

short notes

2.5 1.25 Summative

with

feedback

Week 4 2.5%

A.1 Quiz 1 (T) Short notes 2.5 1.25 Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 2.5

B.1 Assignment 1

(P)

(Project):

Analyse…….

2.5 1.25 Summative Week 2 2.5%

2.5% B.2 Assignment 1

(T)

(Project):

Evaluate…..

2.5 1.25 Summative Week 3

A.1,

B.1,

C.1,

D.1

Mid Term

Exam

Essay Questions,

Diagrams.

20 10 Summative Week 8 20%

C.2 Assignment 2

(P)

(Solve the

problem of a

residential area)

2.5 1.25 Summative Week 9 2.5%

A.1 &

C.1

Assignment 2

(T)

Discuss… 2.5 1.25 Summative Week 10 2.5%

B.1,

C.1


T&F with

justification.

2.5 1.25 Summative

with

feedback

Week 12 2.5%

B.1 &

C.1

Quiz 2 (P) Short notes and

case studies

2.5 1.25 Summative

with

feedback

Week 10 2.5%

D.1 Project Rubric 2.5 Formative

with

feedback

Week 10 5%


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A.1,

B.1,

C.1 &

D.2

Final practical Case studies,

short notes,

Diagrams.

15 7.5 Summative Week 13 15%

A1,

B.1,

B.2,

C.1,

C.2

Final Exam: Essay Questions,

Diagrams.

40 12 Summative Week 14 40%

Total 100%





Hartl, Daniel and Jones, Elizabeth. (1998) GENETICS PRINCIPLES

AND ANALYSIS. Jones and Bartlett publishers. 076370489X


Books

Brown, T.A.(2011) INTRODUCTION TO GENETICS: A

MOLECULAR APPROACH.Taylor and Francis Group.

9780815365099


Journals

Journal of Genetics and Nature

5. Useful Websites Online Genetics Education Resources

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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Ahmed M. K. Nada



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MB201, IMMUNOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)





Course Code: MB201

Course Title Immunology

Course Leader Dr. Radwa Yehia Mekky


Credit

Units/Hours:

3


Pre-requisite/s BIO102, MB102

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to provide sufficient knowledge about the types of Immunity and the

differences between them (Innate and Acquired Immunities) and to highlight the differences

between cellular and humoral immunity. The course also aims at explaining the immune

response to different types of antigens as well as illustrating the function of different

immunoglobulins. The course provides knowledge regarding the complement system and its

different pathways involved in immune response. The course also explains the differences

between hypersensitivity and autoimmunity and clarifies the different applications of Immuno-

informatics.


Upon completion of this course, students will be able to show knowledge and

understanding of:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


1- The role of the immune system in inflammation, infection, hypersensitivity

and autoimmunity.

2- The different cells and organs of the immune system and their function in

eradicating the pathogen.

B. Cognitive skills: 1- Differentiate between innate, adaptive, cellular and humoral immune

systems 2- Compare between different types of immunoglobulins and different

pathways of the complement system.

2 2 Independent

study:


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C. Professional

skills

1- Utilize different novel Immuno-informatics tools.

2- Isolate peripheral Blood Mononuclear cells from Whole blood.

3- Dissect mice to expose lymphoid organs and Prepare lymphocyte

suspension from lymphoid organs

4- Perform blood typing

D. General and

communication

skills

1- Demonstrate the ability to work in a team.

4. Indicative Contents

Theoretical content ILOs Practical content ILOs

Introduction to Immunology A.1,A.2 General Introduction about lab

techniques & Lab Safety Rules

A.1

Differences between Innate and

acquired immunity

A.1,B.1 Total leukocyte count C.2

Cellular/Humoral components of

innate and adaptive immune system

A.1,B.1 Differential count of peripheral blood

mononuclear cells

C.2

Complement system B.2 Dissection of mice to expose lymphoid

organs

C.3

Antigens and antibodies B.2 Preparation of lymphocyte suspension

from lymphoid organs

C.3

Different types of immunoglobulin

and their associated functions

B.2 ABO blood typing C.4

Different types of Hypersensitivity A.1 Immunoinformatics C.1

Autoimmunity and the role of immune

tolerance.

A.1 Project D.1


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1st week Introduction to the course

materials

History of Immunology





2nd week Differences between Innate and

adaptive immune systems

Total leukocyte count

3rd week • Different cells and

organs of the immune

system.

• Quiz1 T

Ficol separation for isolation of PBMCs

4th week • Humoral/ cellular

immunity of the innate

and adaptive immune

system

• Announce on the project.

Differential count of peripheral blood

mononuclear cells

5th week Complement system:

• Different pathways

involved in

complement

activation.

• Function of the

complement system.

• Quiz 2T

Dissection of mice to expose lymphoid organs

6th week Molecular structure of

immunoglobulins and its

effector function.

Quiz 1P


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7th week

MIDTERM EXAMS

8th week

9th week Different classes of

immunoglobulins and their

molecular structure

ABO blood typing

10th week The structure function

relationship of immunoglobulins

Immuno-informatics

11th week Hypersensitivity

• Different types of

hypersensitivity.

• Immune responses

underlying

hypersensitive reactions.

Continue ( immune-informatics)

12th week Autoimmunity. -Quiz 2P

13th week Submission of project

Quiz 3T

Revision

14th week Revision

portfolio submission

Practical Exams

15th week FINAL TERM EXAMS


**Each student should submit lab report each lab session


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A.1 Power point presentation/Interactive Learning/Learning Groups


B.1 Power point presentation/Interactive Learning/Learning Groups






D.1 Preparing and presenting selected topics/ projects


- Students with some physical challenges are met occasionally to ensure that they receive the

information clearly and deal with their discomfort and Active learning/ Moodle could be of great

help for those students.

- Students with any physical challenges or transient cases, which make their participation in






- A special table was designed to accommodate a student in a wheel chair.


CILOs Assessmen

t Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Gradin

g Mode

Pass

Mar

k

Assessmen

t Type

Timin

g

Weigh

t

A.1 Quiz 1T Multiple

choice, short

notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

3

2.5%

midterm Short Notes/

Essay

questions


7

5%

A.2 Quiz 2T

Multiple

choice, short

Marks Summative

with

Week

11

2.5%


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notes, feedback

Midterm Short Notes/

Essay

questions


7

7.5%

B.1 Quiz 3T Multiple

choice, short

notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

13 2.5%

Midterm Short notes/

Essay

question

Summative

5%

B.2 assignment Write on

selected topic Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

11

5%


Essay

question


7

5%

C.1 Lab Quiz Short Notes Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

3

2.5%

Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

experimenta

l

procedures.

Letters Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

2.5%


with

feedback

Week

12

2.5%

Final

practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

Experimenta

l

procedures.

Letter

Grading

Week

14

2.5%

C.3 Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

Experimenta

l

procedures.

Letter

Grading

Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%

C.4 Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

Experimenta

Letter

Grading

Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%


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l

procedures.

D.1 Project Rubric Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%

A.1,A.2,B.1,B.

2,

Final

Exam:

Essay

Questions,

case study,

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

12 Summative

Week

16

40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Abbas, A. K., Lichtman, A. H., & Pillai, S. (2010). Cellular and

molecular immunology. Philadelphia: Saunders/Elsevier.

3. Suggested

Reference Books Murphy, K., Travers, P., Walport, M., & Janeway, C.

(2008). Janeway's immunobiology. New York: Garland Science.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

- Human immunology

5. Useful Websites https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/

11. Banner Data

Course Status Core Option √











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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Radwa Mekky



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MTH_201B, BIOSTATISTICS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data




Course Code: MTH_201b

Course Title Biostatistics

Course Leader Prof. Nabil Ibrahim




Pre-requisite/s MTH_101b

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to introduce to students the types of statistics, population versus sample, mean,

median, mode, variance, standard deviational, and coefficient of variation, and to give students basic

knowledge of some standard probability distributions; random variable, frequency distribution, sampling

distribution and estimation of population parameters. The course also trains students to implement

statistical hypotheses and put them to the test, implement tests of significance, and perform analysis of

variance as well as regression and correlation to biological studies.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:

By the end of this course students should be able to show knowledge and

comprehension of:

1. Fundamentals of Statistics; as in systematic collection,

organization and mathematical analysis of experimental data.

2. Modern statistics techniques and their applications in

Biotechnology.

B. Cognitive skills: 1. Test an idea/hypothesis.

2. Interpret biological data used in various applications such as frequency

or sampling distributions.

C. Professional

skills

1. Demonstrate statistical reasoning and contextually.

2. Utilize formulas in solving biotechnology-related issues.

D. General and 1. Develop Sampling skills for surveys/marketing

2 2 Independent

study:


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communication skills



Types of Statistics. A.1, B.2 Informing the students about course grading

system, evaluation, course materials and

resources.

A.1,

B.2

Population versus sample. A.1, D.1 Practicing on different types of data

distribution and probabilities and their

example

A.1,

D.1

Relationship between the Mean,

Median, and Mode.

B.2, C.1 Application on central tendency measures B.1,

C.1

The analysis of variance and the

standard deviation for ungrouped

and grouped data

B.2,

C.2

using the analytical methods used in tackling

biotechnology-related problems.

A.2,

B.2

The sample space, events, and

counting sample points.

The concept of probability.

Adding and multiplying

probabilities.

B.1, C.1,

D.1

Practicing on basics of inferential statistics. A.1,

C.1

Random variables. Discrete and

continuous probability

distributions.

A.2, D.1 Comparison of groups with outcome in

continuous data.

B.1,

C.1

The normal and standard normal

distributions and their applications

in the field of biotechnology.

A.2, C.2 Correlation of continuous data and linear

regression; ordinal and nominal data.

B.2,

C.2

Sampling distributions. Sampling

from a normally and non-normally

distributed population.

A.2, C.2 Application of statistical analysis for a

specific clinical or basic research project or

the appropriate selection of statistical analysis

in a technical paper.

A.1,

C.1

Estimation of a population mean

for a large and small sample.

A.2, B.1,

C.1

Evaluation of significance with different

statistical techniques.

D.1,

C.2


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Course Breakdown


Course Breakdown

2 ● Types of Data • Brainstorming on types of data

3 ● Types of Statistics. • Ungrouped and grouped data

4 ● Population versus sample. • Exercises on Population & sample

5 • Ungrouped and grouped data


• Exercises on central tendency

measures and dispersion measures

6 • Relationship between the Mean,

Median, and Mode.


• Quiz (1)

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 • The sample space, events, and

counting sample points.

• Introduction to probability

10 • The concept of probability.

Adding and multiplying

probabilities.

• Exercises on probability

11 ● The normal and standard normal

distributions • Exercises on Normal distribution

12 ● Application of normal and standard

normal distributions in the field of

biotechnology.


• *Quiz 2


14 FINAL TERM EXAMS


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B.1 Simulators & Models

Research & Projects


B.2 Cooperative learning

Workshop

Active learning /Moodle

C.1 Guided Independent Study


Presentations

D.1 Case study















- Well equipped computer labs and trained technicians for students with poor computer

skills.


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CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment Type Timing Weight

A.1 Quiz 1: Problems, MCQs Marks Summative

with feed-back

Week 3 2.5%

A.2 Assignment 1 Research on …… Marks Summative Week 4 2.5 %

B.1 Assignment 2 Group

presentation

Letter

Grading

Formative Week 6 2.5 %

B.2 Assignment 3 Analytical

thinking


C.1 Oral

Presentation

Critical thinking

Problems

Marks Summative

with feed-back

Week 11 2.5%

A1,

A2,

B1, B2

Mid Term

Exam

Problems, MCQs

& Definations


20%

C.2 Practical

Exam

Rubric Marks Summative Week 14 25%

D.1 Oral

Presentation


with feed-back

Week 13 5%

A1,

A2,

B1,

B2, C2

Final Exam: Problems, MCQs,

Diagrams &

Definations

Letter

Grading

12 Summative Week 16 40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Hafez A. Radi. (2013) An Introduction to Biostatistical Analysis, latest

edition.


Books

Kathleen F. Weaver, Vanessa Morales, Sarah L. Dunn, Kanya Godde, Pablo

Weaver. (2002) An Introduction to Statistical Analysis in Research: With

Applications in the Biological and Life Sciences. Wiley. ISBN: 978-1-119-

29968-4.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

NA

5. Useful Websites www.graphpad.com/recommendations/morestat.htm

www.mva.org/composite-316.htm

www.biostat.harvard.edu/links/


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11. Banner Data










Donor Department


Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 2 50 %


Total 4 100 %

Course Instructor: Prof. Nabil Ibrahim



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BCE_201, BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data




Course Code: BCE_201

Course Title Biochemical Engineering


Course Level: 3 4 √ 5 6 7 Year2/Sem2:



Pre-requisite/s Biochemistry II (BCHM201)

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to provide the students with an introduction to biochemical and microbiological

applications to commercial and engineering processes, including industrial fermentation,

enzymology, ultrafiltration, food and pharmaceutical processing and resulting waste treatment.

The course also introduce the enzyme kinetics, cell growth and waste water treatment &

emphases the different chemical engineering concepts in biological problems.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. Different metabolites secreted by microorganisms in correlation

with different industries.

2. The application of microorganisms and biochemical processes in

2 Independent

study:


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engineered systems and processes.

3. A range of practical approaches associated with microbiology

and biochemistry e.g. microbial isolation and culture, microscopy

biochemical and genetic analyses.

E. Cognitive skills: 1. Construct experiments, and analyze data for fermentation processes

2. Construct and solve bioreactors problems

3. Describe waste water treatments.

F. Professional

skills

1. Develop experience of current scientific methodologies appropriate

to scientific researches in industrial applications.


G. General and

communication

skills

3. Demonstrate the ability to use E – Learning and getting familiar to

use it.

4. Show research skills



1. Fermentation Process in relation with microorganisms &

raw materials

A1 , A2

2. Design & Types of Bioreactors A1 , A2 ,B1 &B2

3. Bioreactors accessories A2 & B2

4. Upstream Processing A1 A,2,A3

5. Downstream processing A1 ,A 2 , A3

6. Separation & Isolation of particles A2 ,A3

7. Enzyme Immobilization A2,A3&D1

8. Introduction to chromatography analysis A2, A3 ,C1,C2

9. Biotechnology of Wastewater Treatment B2,B3,C1&D2


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Week Lecture

1

Fermentation Process in relation with microorganisms & raw materials

• Steps for the process

• Considered parameters for substrate & microorganisms to be chosen

2 Design & Types of Bioreactors

● Construction of the Bioreactors with different examples

3

Bioreactors accessories The concerns

• The functions of accessories


Quiz 1

4

Upstream Processing.

• Concept & mechanism of the process.

5

Downstream Processing.

• Concept & mechanism of the process

Quiz 2

❖ Group Project “ Due date week 12”

6

Separation & Isolation of particles

• Different ways to separate the metabolites from the feed stream

Submission of Assignment 1 on turnitin

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS


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A (1,2,3) Flipped class room, Power point Presentations, Assignments, Open

discussions, Moodle (Videos, active links, extra reading) & self assessments

quizzes

B (1,2,3) Power point Presentations , assimilation videos, self assessments online

quizzes

C (1,2) Turnitin Assignments & Hand out training

D (1,2) Moodle & Active learning and/discussions

9 Enzyme Immobilization

• Ways for immobilizations

• Materials used for immobilizations

• Advantages & disadvantages for each technique

10 &11

Introduction to chromatography analysis

• Concept of chromatography

• HPLC & GC composition and functions

* Assignment 2 “Due date week 11” Quiz 3

12 Biotechnology of Wastewater Treatment

• Primary, secondary & tertiary treatments

• Nutrients & toxins removal from water

13 Revision


14 Discussion all pervious assignments & Model answers of the Quizzes

15 FINAL TERM EXAMS


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the information clearly and deal with their discomfort and Active learning/ Moodle could also be

of great help for those students.



4. Computer supplied with a Data show

5. Microphone

6. Internet services (wireless)


CILOs Assessmen

t Method/s

Assessmen

t

Tool

Gradin

g Mode

Pass

Mar

k

Assessmen

t Type

Timin

g

Weigh

t

A.1,2 Quiz 1

Short

Notes

Marks

NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

3

5%

A1,2,3 Quiz 2 Essay

Questions

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

5

5%

A.1,2,3 &D1 Quiz 3 T/F

Questions

– Moodle

Marks

NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

11 5%

A2,3,B1,B2,D2&

C1

Assignmen

t 1 (Essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

With

feedback

Week

3

10%

A1,2,3,B1,D2&C

2

Assignmen

t 2

(Essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

10

15%

A,B Midterm

exam

Essay

Questions,

Marks NA Summative

with

Week

7&8

20%


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Diagrams Feedback

A,B,C Final

Exam:

Essay

Questions,

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading


15

40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook 1. Casida LE (1968) Industrial microbiology (Wiley, New York ;

London).

2. Doyle MP, Beuchat LR, & Montville TJ (2001) Food

microbiology : fundamentals and frontiers (ASM Press,

Washington, D.C.) 2nd ed.

3. Suggested

Reference Books


Progress in Industrial Microbiology, vol 31, Elsevier (ISBN 0444-

98666-9)

2. DEMAIN, A.L. and DAVIES, J.E., (1999). Manual of Industrial

Microbiology and Biotechnology ASM-Press, USA (ISBN -1-

55581-128-OC)



0521-77917-0)

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim, (2016).

Journal of Basic Microbiology , Volume 56, Issue 4, Pages 329–

438

5. Useful Websites http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-

3527338047.html

http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/book/10.1002/9783527627646

http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-3527338047.html

http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-3527338047.html

http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/book/10.1002/9783527627646


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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data




Practical Work - -

Tutorials - -


Total 2 100%

Course Instructor: Amgad Mostafa Rady



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BT201, MOLECULAR BIOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data




Course Code BT201

Course Title Molecular Biology

Course Leader Dr. Osama Saad


Course Level 3 4 √ 5 6 7 Year 2/Sem 2


Pre-requisite/s GEN201, MB102

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course introduces the students to the prokaryotic and eukaryotic gene structure, expression,

regulation and analysis. The course provides in-depth studies covering various molecular tools

and techniques such as restriction enzymes digestion, PCR methods, gene cloning, molecular

markers and DNA sequencing in addition to their applications.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. The structure, function and properties of DNA and RNA.

2. Gene expression (Transcription; transcription factors, gene

regulation, post transcriptional processes as well as translation

and post translation processes) in both prokaryotes and

eukaryotes systems

3. The applications of molecular markers and gene cloning.

E. Cognitive Skills 1. Use electrophoresis techniques as preliminary step for various

molecular analysis.

2. Design DNA primers for PCR reactions and DNA sequencing.

3. Utilize molecular markers and cloning vectors.

F. Professional

Skills

1. Extract of nucleic acids

2. Perform restriction enzymes digestion, polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

program, RT- PCR reactions and DNA sequencing.

3. Identify, isolate, clone of genes and DNA markers.

3 2 Independent

study:


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G. General and

Communication

Skills

4. 1. Display the ability to work in groups

5. 2. Write an appropriate and professional lab report with deep

interpretations.



1. Concepts of Molecular Biology

2. Molecules of Life

A.1 General Introduction about labs

& Lab Safety Rules

How to use a micropipette

B.2,

C.1 &

C.2

3. Genetic code and enzymatic reaction A.1 &

A.2 Micropipettes and

calculations

B.2,

C.1 &

C.2

4. Restriction enzymes B.1 &

C.3

DNA Extraction

A.1,

C.1 D.1

& D.2

5. Polymerase Chain reaction (PCR) A.1,

C.1 &

C.2

Agarose-gel electrophoresis

B.1,

B.2,

D.1 &

D.2

6. Real Time PCR (Quantitative PCR) A.1,

C.1 &

C.2

Restriction Enzymes A.1,

B.1,

D.1 &

D.2

7. Molecular Markers A.1 &

A.3

Polymerase Chain Reaction

(PCR)

Preparing the reaction mix and

setting the PCR program

B.1,

B.2,

B.3,

C.2 &

C.3

8. Cloning and gene expression A.1,

A.3,

B.1 &

C.3

Molecular cloning methods and

gene libraries

C.1,

D.1 &

D.2

9. Control of gene expression in

prokaryotes

A.1,

A.2 &

A.3

Primer design and Primer

reconstitution

B.2,

B.3 &

C.2

10. Control of gene expression in

eukaryotes

A.1,

A.2 &

A.3

Molecular markers and

molecular advancements in

molecular biology.

A.3



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1


Course breakdown

Course curriculum





How to use micropipettes

2

Concepts of Molecular Biology

Molecules of Life:

DNA

RNA

Protein

Micropipettes and calculations

Calculations and rules needed for dilutions

preparations.

*Assignment 1 (P)

3

Genetic code and enzymatic reaction.

Transcription and Translation

* Assignment 1 (T)

DNA Extraction

Using Boiling method

4 Restriction enzymes

Origin

Molecular applications

Agarose-gel electrophoresis Buffer and gel preparations

Extracted DNA samples’ loading

5

Polymerase Chain reaction (PCR)

Principles

Optimization

Applications

Quiz 1 (T)

Restriction Enzymes

Using EcoRI,EcoRVHindIII, and BamHI

6

Real-time PCR

Principle

Optimization

Uses and Applications

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Amplifying 16s rRNA gene using 16s primers

Preparing the reaction mix and setting the PCR

program

Practical Midterm

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 Molecular Markers

Types of genetic markers Molecular cloning methods and gene libraries


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Applications of genetic markers

10

Cloning and gene expression

Expression cloning

Expression vectors

Applications

*Assignment 2 (T)

Primer design and Primer reconstitution

The lyophilized state of the primers

11

Control of gene expression in

Prokaryotes

Transcription

Translation

Quiz 2 (T)

Molecular markers and molecular

advancements in molecular biology.

12 Control of gene expression in Eukaryotes

Transcription

Translation

Revision

13 Revision Final Exam

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS





A.1 Lectures, active learning, discussions, and integrating technology. A.2 Lectures, active learning, discussions and integrating technology.


B.1 Practical experiments and active learning.

B.2 Practical experiments and active learning.

B.3 Problem solving and case study

C.1 Practical experiments and active learning

C.2 Practical experiments and active learning

C.3 Practical experiments, case study and problem solving.

D.1 Practical experiments and cooperative learning.

D.2 Practical experiments and cooperative learning.


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Computers

Projectors


Bacterial cultures

Kits, chemicals, and reagents

Protocols

University library



As part of the MSA standard policies, any student with a physical, mental or emotional challenge

receive assistance during provisioned special sessions within the context of the personal tutoring

system.


respect to examinations, attendance, marking and texting proximity provided in response to prior

appropriate notification. Moreover, as there is a practical part incorporated in this course, special

tables were designed for those who have physical challenges with sufficient spaces within the lab

to ensure their comfort.


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A.1 Quiz 1 (T) Short Notes,

MCQs

Grade N/A Summative

with

feedback

Week 5

10%

A.2 & A.3 Quiz 2 (T) Short Notes,

MCQs

Grade N/A Summative

with

feedback

Week 11

A.2 Assignment

1 (T)

Explain……. Grade N/A Summative Week 3

5% A.3 Assignment

2 (T)

Evaluate….. Grade N/A Summative Week 10

B.1, B.2,

B.3, C.1 &

C.2

Midterm

Exam (P)

Diagram

interpretations,

short Notes,

T&F with

justification.

Grade N/A Summative

with

feedback

Week 6 5 %


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A.1, A.2,

A.3, B.1 &

B.2

Midterm

Exam (T)

Essay

Questions and

Diagrams

Grade 10 Summative Week 7

& 8

20 %

B.2 Assignment

1 (P)

Problem

solving:

Calculate…..

Grade N/A Summative Week 2 5%

B.1, B.2,

C.1, C.2 &

C.3

Final Exam

(P)

Problem

Solving,

handling

assessment,

diagrams

Grade N/A Summative Week 13 15 %

A1, A.2,

A.3, B.1 &

B.2

Final Exam

(T)

Essay

Questions,

Diagrams.

Letter

grading


Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Wilson, J. H., & Hunt, T. (2002). Molecular biology of the cell, 4th

edition: a problems approach(Vol. 8). New York: Garland Science.


Books

Enger, E. D., Ross, F. C., & Bailey, D. B. (2012). Concepts in

biology. New York: McGraw-Hill.

WEB BOOK: http://www.web-books.com/MoBio/


Journals

Journal of molecular biology

Molecular biology Reports

Cell

GENE

5. Useful Websites https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/

http://molbiol-tools.ca/

https://www.sciencedaily.com/terms/molecular_biology.htm

https://bmcmolbiol.biomedcentral.com/

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http://www.web-books.com/MoBio/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/

http://molbiol-tools.ca/

https://www.sciencedaily.com/terms/molecular_biology.htm

https://bmcmolbiol.biomedcentral.com/


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BT_204, BIOINFORMATICS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)


Programme Title BSc.Hons. Biotechnology



Course Code: BT_204

Course Title Bioinformatics

Course Leader Dr. Amr Ageez

Course Level: 3 4 √ 5 6 7 Year2/sem 2

Credit

Units/Hours:

3


Pre-requisite/s CSB102b

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of the course is to increase the awareness of the students regarding the importance of

Bioinformatics as a rapidly growing field of biotechnology. This course aims to provide

knowledge on the different computer methods used to analyze the huge amount of information

that is being gathered about human gene sequences and genetic diseases. The course also

emphasizes the integration of basic and applied research in human, plant and microorganism

gene mapping and molecular cloning.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1- The difference of information gathered through literature searching,

finding DNA and protein sequences. , and performing BLAST

searches.

2- The difference in the structure of human and other organisms’

genomes.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Analyze DNA and protein sequences through retrieving DNA

sequences and protein structures from databases.

2. Correlate between DNA sequencing and certain traits.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Analysis DNA and protein sequences through alignments, multiple

alignments, and performing phylogenic analysis.

2 2 Independent

study:


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2. Utilize different biological software and data base

D. General and

Communication

Skills


4. Indicative Content


Bioinformatics

Database, Pubmed,

OMIM, OMIA,

Nucleotide, Protein

and Gene databases.

A2,B1,C3 Exercises on Pubmed,

OMIM, OMIA,

Nucleotide, Protein and

Gene databases.

A2,B1,C3

Mapping of human

genome

A1 The application of map

view web page for

mapping human genome.

A1,C2,C3

Plant and

microorganism

genome

characterization

B1,B2 Using genome database B2,C1,C2,C3

Bioinformatics tools

for the molecular

cloning and restriction

mapping .l

B1,B2,C1,C2,C3 Application of EMBOSS

package for DNA analysis

B2,C1,C2,C3

Determining protein

structure

A2 Using EMBOSS package

and databases for protein

structure determination.

A2,B1,C3

Multiple alignment of

protein sequences

A1,A2 Using EMBOSS package

for multiple alignment.

A2


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Phylogenetic analysis A2 Using Phylogenetic

analysis software.

Project

A2

Project D1



1st week Introduction to Bioinformatics Introduction to the laboratory work.




2nd week ● Bioinformatics Database,

Pubmed, OMIM, OMIA,

Nucleotide, Protein and

Gene databases

Pubmed Database and mesh terms

description

3rd week Genome database and

Map viewer databases

● Nucleotide and Protein Databases

4th week ● Quiz1 and Assignment 1,

general applications about

the previously introduced

databases

● Genome Databases and map view

analysis

● Quiz 1

5th week BLAST search ● BLAST applications

6th week Molecular biology databases.

DNA analysis software, examples

abiview, removal of vectors

● Revision

● Assignment 1


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sequence contamination.

7th & 8th

weeks MIDTERM EXAMS

9thweek ● Molecular biology

databases. DNA analysis

software, examples ORF

detection, restriction

enzymes related software

and primer design

Molecular biology Software and application

on DNA

10th week Molecular biology databases.

Protein analysis software, such

as identification of domain,

fingerprints and protein profiles

● Molecular biology Software and

application on Protein

11th week ● Alignment using

qualitative and

quantitative methods.

Multiple alignments

● Quiz 2

● Dotplot and Clustall tutorials

12th week ● Phylogenic analysis Phylogenic analysis

Quiz 2

* Project

13th week Quiz 3 Revision

14th week Revision

Submission of Assignment 2


Practical Exams




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**Each student should submit lab report each lab on the previous one

6. Teaching strategies


A.1

Power point presentation /Interactive Learning/Learning Groups

computational tools

A.2


computational tools

B.1


computational tools

B.2


computational tools

C.1


computational tools

C.2


computational tools

C.3


computational tools









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- Lecture rooms with data show



- A special table was designed to accommodate a student in a wheel chair


CILOs Assessmen

t Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Gradin

g Mode

Pass

Mar

k

Assessmen

t Type

Timin

g

Weigh

t

A.1 Quiz Multiple

choice,

short notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

3

5%


Essay

questions

Marks Week

7

5%

A.2 Quiz

Multiple

choice,

short notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

11

5%


Essay

questions

Marks Week

7

5%

B.1 Lab Quiz Multiple

choice,

short notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

3 2.5%


Essay

question

Marks Week

7

5% Final

practical

Short notes/

Essay

question

Marks Week

14

B.2 Final lab

practical

Write on


with

feedback

Week

14

5%


Essay

question

Marks Week

7

5%


with

feedback

Week

3

2.5%


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Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

experimenta

l

procedures.

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%


with

feedback

Week

12

2.5%

C.3 Lab Quiz Short notes Mark Summative

with

feedback

Week

13

2.5%

Final lab

practical

Computer

based exam

Mark Week

14

5%


with

feedback

Week

14

5%

A.1,A.2B.1,B.2

,

Final

Exam:

Essay

Questions,

case study,

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

12 Summative

with

feedback

Week

16

40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Neil C. Jones, Pavel A. Pevzner, (2000), Computational Molecular

Biology: An Algorithmic Approach: (MIT Press)

3. Suggested

Reference Books

Warren J, Grant G. (2005)Statistical Methods in Bioinformatics: An

Introduction (Statistics for Biology and Health: Springer

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Journal of Proteomics & Bioinformatics


http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0387400826/qid=1132076863/sr=1-7/ref=sr_1_7/102-1716662-3853754?v=glance&s=books

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0387400826/qid=1132076863/sr=1-7/ref=sr_1_7/102-1716662-3853754?v=glance&s=books

https://www.omicsonline.org/proteomics-bioinformatics.php


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GEN202, MICROBIAL GENETICS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data





Course Code: GEN202b

Course Title Microbial Genetics

Course Leader Dr Ashraf Bakkar

Course Level: 3 4 √ 5 6 7 Year/Sem: Year 2/Sem 2



Pre-requisite/s GEN201b, MB 201b

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to introduce students to the realm of microbial genetics and its applications in the field

of Biotechnology. To this end, the course covers subjects such as Bacterial, Viral, Agrobacterium, and

yeast Genetics and mutations. Additionally, the course also emphasizes the interconnection between the

basic genetic characteristic of the studied microorganisms and how they were exploited in modern

Biotechnology techniques.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of: 1. the basic genetic features of Bacteria, Viruses, Agrobacterium, Yeast

as well as mutations and their involvement in diseases.

2. the genetic characteristics in Bacteria, Viruses, Agrobacterium and

yeast and how they are exploited in Modern Biotechnology applications.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Relate specific genetic characteristic as well as some processes such as

transformation, transduction and conjugation to Advanced Molecular Biology

techniques.

2. Compare transformation, transduction and conjugation as well as types

of viruses. Also different mutations by their effects.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Apply the acquired knowledge in Plasmid isolation and evaluation of

its quality

2. Use the acquired knowledge in carrying out transformation and white

2 2 Independent

study:


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/blue screening as well as differentiating between Prokaryotic from

Eukaryotic cells.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate self-motivation for independent self- learning.

2. Show ability to work independently as well as in a team.


Theoretical Content ILOs Practical Content ILOs Introduction to Bacterial Genetics and its

importance in the Biotechnology field

A. 1 & B.

1

General Introduction to

microbial Genetics and

revision of different

Microbiological Technique.

C. 1

Exchange of Genetic Information in Bacteria A. 1, 2&

B. 1 ,2 Revision of safety rules and

aseptic techniques

C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2

Mating types in Bacteria A. 1, 2 &

B. 1,2

Plasmid isolation C. 1, &

D. 1

Plasmids A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, Evaluation of Quality of

extracted Plasmids

C. 1, &

D. 1,2

Agrobacterium Tumifaciens Genetics A. 1, 2 &

B. 1 Bacterial Transformation C. 2 &

D. 1,2

Viral Genetics part I A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 Lac Operon (blue/white)

screening

C2 &

D. 1,2

Viral Genetics part II

A. 1, 2 &

B. 1 Distinguishing Prokaryotes

from Eukaryotes

C. 2 &

D. 1,2

Yeast Genetics A. 1, 2 &

B. 1, 2 Revision C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2

Mutations

A. 1 &

B. 1 .2 Revision C. 1, 2 &

D. 1,2



1

Introduction to Bacterial Genetics

• Basic genetic features of bacteria

• Replication in Bacteria

• Significance in Biotechnology

and Industry


• Coursework breakdown

• Course curriculum

• How to write a lab report**


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2

Bacterial Genetics II

• DNA supercoiling

• Replication in Bacteria

• Lac Operon

• advantages of Bacteria as a

genetic system

(1) Revision of microbiological techniques

• The streak and pour plate techniques

• The aseptic techniques

• Counting bacteria and handling

bacterial growth phases.

* Assignment 1P

3

Exchange of Genetic Information in

Bacteria

• Transformation.

• Transduction. Quiz 1T

* Assignment 1T

(2) Plasmid isolation

• Alkaline Lysis method

(silica membrane based technology)

4

Exchange of Genetic Information in

Bacteria II

• Conjugation

• Mating types in Bacteria

(3) Quality and Quantity of extracted Plasmids

• Gel electrophoresis

• Spectrophotometer

5

Plasmids I

• Components of Plasmid

• Examples of Plasmid genes

(Ancillary Genes)

• Plasmid Copy Number

Revision

6

Plasmids II

• Types of Plasmids

• Recombinant DNA techniques

and use of plasmids of DNA and

White blue screening

Revision

Quiz 1P

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

• Agrobacterium Genetics

• Ti plasmid components

• Gall formation

• Genetic engineering of plants

using Agrobacterium

Tumifaciens

• (4) Bacterial Transformation

• Heat shock method •

• *Assignment 2


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10

• Viral Genetics I

• Definition, structure, origin

• Main morphological virus types

• Genetic materials of Viruses

• Replication of Bacteriophages • Quiz 2T


(5) Lac Operon (blue/white) screening

• Testing successful cloning by

white/blue screening method

11

Viral Genetics II

• Types of Viruses according to

their genetic materials

• Bacteriophage lambda, structure

and lytic and lysogenic growth

cycles

• Insertion of complementing

genes by temperate viruses

(6) Differentiation between prokaryotes and

Eukaryotes cells

• PCR Using 16 S primers

12

Yeast Genetics

• Properties of yeast & S,

cerevisiae Mitotic Growth )

• The S. cerevisiae genome

• Cloning into a Yeast Artificial

Chromosome (YAC)

• Applications of Yeast Studies in

Human Health

Revision

* Quiz 2P

13

Mutations

• Classification of mutations

• Studying mutation in microbes

• Mutation and diseases

Revision


Practical Exams

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS

*The subjects of the assignments and projects is defined by the instructor.









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Lecture rooms with data shows

Trained TAs and technicians to help students with physical challenges

Virtual labs

Well-equipped computer labs and trained technicians

A suitable table ot chair were prepared to accommodate any student with physical disability



the information clearly and deal with their discomfort .Active learning/ Moodle is of great help

for those students.

- Students with any physical challenges or transient cases which make their participation in





CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A. 1, 2

B. 1


MCQs

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 5%

B. 1.2

D. 1, 2

Assignment 1T write on a

selected topic

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 2%

A. 1, 2

B. 1,2

Mid Term

Exam

Essay

Questions,

MCQ,

Diagrams.


& 8

20%

A. 1, 2

B. 1,2


MCQ and T&F

with

justification.

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 10 5%

A.1, 2,

B. 1,2

Assignment 2T Preparation of a

power point

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

Week 12 3%


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D. 1, 2 presentation on

a selected topic.

back

C. 1, 2

D. 1, 2

Assignment 1P

& 2P

Write on a

selected topic

related to

experiments

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week

2&9

5%

C. 1, 2 Quiz 1P & 2P Essay questions,

Short notes,

Explain

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 6

&12

5%

C. 1, 2 Practical exam Short notes,

Experimental

procedures

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 14 15%

A. 1, 2,

B. 1, 2


Essay

Questions,

MCQ

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading




1. Notes Hand out of GEN202b

2. Course Textbook Harvey, R A., Cornelissen , C. N.&, Fisher, B. D. (2013) .Lippincott’s

Illustrated Reviews: Microbiology. (3rd ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins,

a Wolters Kluwer business, Philadelphia, PA.

3. Suggested

Reference Books

Chaughari, K. (2012). Text book of Microbial Genetics. (1st ed.). The

energy and Resources Institute (Teri Press), New Delhi.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

-Journal of Applied Microbiology

5. Useful Websites • https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/biology/7-13-experimental-

microbial-genetics-fall-2008/syllabus/

• https://www.nature.com/subjects/microbial-genetics

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https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/biology/7-13-experimental-microbial-genetics-fall-2008/syllabus/

https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/biology/7-13-experimental-microbial-genetics-fall-2008/syllabus/


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SEM301, LITERATURE SURVEY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme




Course Code: SEM301

Course Title Literature Survey


Course Level: 2 4 √ 5 6 7 Year2/Sem2

Credit

Units/Hours:

1



2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to give the students the ability to demonstrate in depth knowledge of a topic

of interest related to education with guidance from an academic supervisor & the course

develop the students understanding of the critical role of the literature review within the

research process moreover the course provides the basic scientific writing skills will be gained

from the course to prepare other professional materials for presentation or publication.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. A topic of interest related to education

1 Independent

study:


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2. The full range of references appropriate to their topic of interest

related to education and the quality of these references.

3. The structure, organization and writing style of a literature

review.

H. Cognitive Skills 1. Point out relevant up-to-date, scientific information from

different sources.

2. Demonstrate the ability to extract appropriate information from

selected journal articles etc.

3. Modify the students’ skills in the presentation, interpretation and

evaluation of published scientific research

I. Professional

Skills

1. Develop experience of writing scientific methodologies appropriate

to scientific researches

2. Write a comprehensive review on a given subject.

J. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate their skills on the E – Learning and getting

familiar to use it.

2. Modify their abilities in thinking of any scientific idea.



1. The purpose of a literature review. A1 , A2 & A3

2. How to construct a literature review A2, A3 & B1

3. Analysis of the literature review through worked

examples

A1 A,2 & B2

4. Criteria for good literature reviews A1,A,2,A3,B1& C1

5. The link between the literature review and research

question

A 2 , A3, B2& B3

6. Design a literature review for a given topic A1 ,A2, B2

7. Presentation skills awareness A2, A 3 &, C2 D1 & D2


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Week Lecture

1 Topic Selection & Introduction about collecting ,searching & Reading

scientific articles.

2 The purpose of a literature review

3 & 4 How to construct a literature review

❖ Assignment 1 (1st Draft) “Due date week 4”

5 Feedback & Discussion of the 1st Draft of the students writing

6 Analysis of the literature review through worked examples.

7 Criteria for good literature reviews

❖ Assignment 2 (2nd Draft) “Due date week 8”

8 The link between the literature review and research question

❖ Assignment 2 (2nd Draft) Submission.

9 Feedback & Discussion of the 2nd Draft of the students writing

10 Design a literature review for a given topic with different examples.

❖ Assignment 3 (Final Draft) “Due date week 11”

11 Presentation skills awareness

❖ Submission the assignment 3 on Turnitin

12 Oral Presentations & Discussion of the students' topics.

• There are no Midterm or Final Exams in this Course.



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discussions, Moodle (active links)

B (1,2,3) Power point Presentations & Extra readings

C(1,2) Turnitin Assignments, Hand out Training

D (1,2) Moodle, Active learning and discussion







Computer supplied with a Data show

Microphone

Internet services (wireless)


CILOs Assessme

nt

Method/s

Assessmen

t

Tool

Gradin

g Mode

Pass

Mar

k

Assessme

nt Type

Timing Weigh

t

A.1,2,C1

Assignme

nt 1

(essay)

Moodle -

Turnitin

with

feedback

Not

graded

NA Formative

with

Feedback

Week 2 /

(Theoretical

)

0%

A2,3,B1,B2, Assignme Moodle - Marks NA Summativ Week 5/ 30%


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C1 nt 2

(essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

e with

Feedback

(Theoretical

)

A.3,C1,C2,C

3

Assignme

nt 3

(essay)

Moodle -

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks

NA Summativ

e with

Feedback

Week 6

/(Theoretica

l)

50%

B.1,C1,C2

&D1,D2

Presentatio

n

Oral

Discussion

(PowerPoin

t

presentatio

n)

Marks NA Summativ

e

Week 8

(Practical)

20%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook On the- Moodle e-learning

3. Suggested

Reference Books Diana Ridley, (2008): The literature review : a step-by-step guide for

students, London : SAGE.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Marco Pautasso, (2013): Ten Simple Rules for Writing a Literature

Review, PLoS Comput Biol, v.9(7)

5. Useful Websites http://www.scientificstyleandformat.org/Tools/SSF-Citation-Quick-

Guide.html

http://tim.thorpeallen.net/Courses/Reference/Citations.html

http://www.citationmachine.net/scientific-reports

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Pautasso%20M%5BAuthor%5D&cauthor=true&cauthor_uid=23874189

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/journals/328/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/issues/224710/

http://www.scientificstyleandformat.org/Tools/SSF-Citation-Quick-Guide.html

http://www.scientificstyleandformat.org/Tools/SSF-Citation-Quick-Guide.html

http://tim.thorpeallen.net/Courses/Reference/Citations.html

http://www.citationmachine.net/scientific-reports


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LEVEL THREE


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BCE_301, INSTRUMENTATION TO BIOTECHNOLOGISTS 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data




Course Code: BCE_301

Course Title Instrumentation for Biotechnologists


Course Level: 3 4 5 √ 6 7 Year3/Sem1



Pre-requisite/s Molecular Biology (BT201)

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to give the students the ability to learn various analytical instruments used in

biological analysis. The course target is to provide the students with hands-on experience on

handling and use of Spectrophotometers, DNA sequencing, PCR and real time PCR machines,

micro array, Gas Chromatographs, HPLC, etc



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. Classification of the theories underlying the functionality and

specificity of analytical instruments used in biological analysis.

2. The different methods of advanced biological analysis.

2 Independent

study:


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B. Cognitive Skills 1. Analyze the purity of a natural product or synthetic compound.

2. Estimate the presence and amount of DNA and protein using various

protocols.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Assess some experiments used in different fields applications

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate skills in using E – Learning.




• Theoretical Concepts of:

a. Spectrophotometers.

b. Gas chromatographs (Gas/liquid) (GC).

c. High Pressure Liquid Chromatographs (HPLC).

d. Mass Spectrometers.

e. Electrophoresis (Vertical & Horizontal)

f. Amino acid analyzer

g. Automated DNA Sequencer

h. Real time PCR

i. PCR

j. Micro-array spotter and scanner

A1 , A2,D1

Determination of alcohols in beverages by Gas Chromatography. A2,B1,B2

Determination of Caffeine in beverages using HPLC B1,B2 &D1

How to separate mixtures of DNA and Proteins. B3,C1,C2

Gene expression analysis. A3,B3


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Week Lecture

1st week Introduction to instrumentation

2nd week The Theory and operation of Spectrophotometry.

3rd week The Theory and operation of PCR.

❖ Assignment 1 “Due date week 6”

❖ Quiz 1

4th week The Theory and operation of capillary electrophoresis and 2D gel electrophoresis.

5th week general applications about the previously introduced databases

❖ Quiz 2

6th week The Theory and operation of real time PCR.

• Submission of Assignment 1 on turnitin

7th & 8th weeks MIDTERM EXAMS

9thweek The Theory and operation of DNA sequencing machines

10th week The Theory and operation of microarray.

11th week The Theory and operation of Chromatography (HPLC)

● Quiz 3


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12th week The Theory and operation of protein analysis such as protein analyzer

• Assignment 2

13th week The Theory and operation of mass spectroscopy.

14th week Revision








quizzes

B (1,2,3) Power point Presentations , assimilation videos, self-assessments online

quizzes

C(1,2) Turnitin Assignments & Hand out training

D (1,2) Moodle and Turnitin Assignments, Active learning and/discussions with TAs



the information clearly and deal with their discomfort. Active learning/ Moodle could be of great



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Microphone



CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1,2 Quiz 1

Short Notes

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 3 5%

A1,2,3 Quiz 2 Essay

Questions

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 5 5%

A.1,2,3

Quiz 3

MCQs /

Moodle

Marks

NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

11

5%

B.1,C1,D1 Assignment

1

Turnitin with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 3

10%

C1,C2 Assignment

2

Turnitin with

feeback

.

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

12

15%

A,B Mid Term

Exam

Essay

Questions,

Diagrams.

Marks NA Summative

With

feedback

Week 7

& 8

20%

A,B,C Final

Exam:

Essay

Questions,

Diagrams.

Marks 12/40 Summative Week

15

40%

Total 100%



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3. Suggested

Reference Books

Dinesh Kumar Chatanta, Prahlad Singh Mehra, (2012): Instrumental

Methods of Analysis in Biotechnology Paperback , I K International

Publishing House; First Edition edition

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Nedbal L., Trtilek M., Cerveny J., Komarek O., and Pakrasi H.B. (2008) A

Photobioreactor system for precision cultivation of photoautotrophic

microorganisms and for high-content analysis of suspension dynamics.

Biotechnol. Bioengineering Vol. 100 (5), pp. 902-910.

Ferimazova N., Küpper H., Nedbal L. and Trtílek M. (2002) New insights

into photosynthetic oscillations revealed by two-dimensional microscopic

measurements of chlorophyll fluorescence kinetics in intact leaves and

isolated protoplasts. Photochem.Photobiol. 76, 5, pp. 501-508.

5. Useful Websites https://www.kaloramainformation.com/biotech-techniques-

instrumentation-c953/

http://www.biotech.cornell.edu/brc/genomics-

facility/services/instruments

11. Banner Data








https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Dinesh+Kumar+Chatanta&search-alias=books&field-author=Dinesh+Kumar+Chatanta&sort=relevancerank

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_2?ie=UTF8&text=Prahlad+Singh+Mehra&search-alias=books&field-author=Prahlad+Singh+Mehra&sort=relevancerank

https://www.kaloramainformation.com/biotech-techniques-instrumentation-c953/

https://www.kaloramainformation.com/biotech-techniques-instrumentation-c953/

http://www.biotech.cornell.edu/brc/genomics-facility/services/instruments

http://www.biotech.cornell.edu/brc/genomics-facility/services/instruments


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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data




Practical Work 0 0%

Tutorials 0 25%


Total 2 100%




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BT203, INDUSTRIAL MICROBIOLOGY & FERMENTATION, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme




Course Code: BT203

Course Title Industrial Microbiology & Fermentation


Course Level: 3 4 5 ✓ 6 7 Year3/Sem1

Credit

Units/Hours:

3


Pre-requisite/s Microbiology (MB102)

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to give the students the ability to understand the physiology, metabolism and

the growth of microorganisms that are important to various industries, figure out how to control

microbial growth in industrial production process and illustrate the role of microorganisms in

production of primary and secondary metabolites as desired products. The course gives

examples about different Industrial fermentation processes (Foods & Drugs), demonstrating the

whole steps that are taken in appraising the limitations & importance of these industries.



1. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

2 2 Independent

study:


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1. Structure and function of microbes and their relevance in production

of useful fermentation products.

2. Overproduction of metabolites by microorganisms for industrial

applications and differences between primary and secondary

metabolites.

3. Fermenters basic structure & their different kinds.

4. The importance of yeast in the fermentation process.

2. Cognitive Skills 1. Differentiate between the microorganisms through their

physiological & metabolic activities

2. Demonstrate different biochemical tests for different

microorganisms.

3. Analyze different enzymes & discover different antibiotics produced

by microorganisms.

3. Professional

Skills

1. Develop experience of current scientific methodologies appropriate

to Microbial industrial applications.


4. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate the ability to use E – Learning.




The Relation between

Biotechnology and the

Microorganisms.

A1 , A2 General Introduction about the

labs & Lab Safety Rules

A1,A2,A3,A4,B

1,B2,B3

Taxonomic grouping of

Microorganisms on behalf of

their industrial importance.

A1 , A2 Important terms of the course &

memory refreshing about the

microbiological techniques.

B1, C1, D1

Outlining of the

overproduction of metabolites

A1 A,2 Bacterial Amylase Production B2 & B3, C2,


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of Industrial Microorganisms

Feedback Regulation in the

fermentation Process.

A1 A,2 Bacterial Catalase Production B2 , B3, C1

Critiquing the microbial

strains used in Biotechnology

& Strain improvement for

fermentation.

A1 ,A 2 ,

A3,

B1,B2

Bacterial Casianse Production B2,B3,C1& C2

Deconstructing of Microbial

Enzyme in Biotechnology.

A2 ,A3,

A4, B3

Bacterial Urease Production B2,B3,C1& C2

Fermenter Structure & Kinds

of Fermenters

A2, A 3 ,

A4

Antibiotic production &

Sensitivity by microorganisms.

C1,C2

Fermentative Food:

Importance, Characters,

Privileges rather than others.

A2, A3 ,

A4

Carbohydrate Fermentation by

bacteria

B2,B3,C1& C2



1

The Relation between Biotechnology

and the Microorganisms

• Different Industrial applications

• Fermentation Processes

• Antibiotic Production





2

Taxonomic grouping of

Microorganisms on behalf of their

industrial importance

• Bacteria : Characters &

Classification

● Fungi: Characters &

Important terms of the course & memory

refreshing about the microbiological

techniques

• Microbial culturing

• Aseptic techniques


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Classification

*Assignment 1 P

3

Outlining of the overproduction of

metabolites of Industrial

Microorganisms

• The concerns

• How to avoid it

• How to control it


Quiz 1T

Bacterial Amylase Production

• Selective media preparation

• Culturing the targeted organism

• Detection of the enzyme production

Quiz 1P

4

Feedback Regulation in the

fermentation Process.

• Feedback Inhibition &

Repression

• Feedback inhibition patterns

Bacterial Catalase Production




5

Critiquing the microbial strains used

in Biotechnology & Strain

improvement for fermentation.

• Microbial strain Characters for

fermentation

• Isolation de novo of Organisms

Producing Metabolites of

Economic Importance

Quiz 2T

Bacterial Casianse Production




6

Deconstructing of Microbial Enzyme

in Biotechnology.

• Enzyme Literature

• Enzyme Importance

• Microbial Enzyme Application


turnitin

Bacterial Urease Production




Quiz 2P

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS


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9 &

10

Fermenter Structure & Kinds of

Fermenters

• Basic structure of ideal

fermenter

• Fermentation process

• Foaming products

• Types of Bioreactors &

Privileges

Antibiotic production & Sensitivity by

microorganisms

• Testing some species sensitivity

against antibiotic disks

• Screening for antibiotic produced

microorganism

*Assignment 2P

11

Fermentative Food: Importance,

Characters, Privileges rather than

others

• Yeast Fermentation

• Food Yeast manufacture

• Advantages of fermentative

food.


Quiz 3T

Carbohydrate Fermentation by bacteria



• Detection of the fermentative

products

12

Revision


turnitin

• Discussion all pervious

assignments & Model answers of

the Quizzes

13 Discussion all pervious assignments &

Model answers of the Quizzes

• Portfolio Submission

• Final Practical Exam

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS





A (1,2,3,4) Flipped class room, Power point Presentations, Assignments, Open


quizzes

B (1,2,3) Power Point Presentations , Practical experiments , assimilation videos, self


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C(1,2) Turnitin Assignments , Practical (Lab) Working & Hand out training

D (1,2) Moodle and Turnitin Assignments, Active learning and/discussions with TAs






practical activities difficult are helped by a TA or a technician.



Autoclave

Culturing hood

Glass slides, bacterial loops, glass wares, different kind of sugar, different kinds of microbial

cultural media

Different kinds of Antibiotic disks



Microphone



CILOs Assessmen

t Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Gradin

g Mode

Pass

Mar

k

Assessmen

t Type

Timin

g

Weigh

t

A.1,2 Quiz 1 T Short Notes Marks NA Summative Week 3 5%


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with

Feedback

A1,2,3 Quiz 2 T Essay

Questions

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 5 2.5%

A.1,2,3,4&D

2

Quiz 3 T MCQs /

Moodle

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

11

2.5%


1T (Essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 6

2.5%

C1,C2 Assignment

2T (Essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

11

2.5%

Assignment

1P

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

With

feedback

Week 2 2.5%

B2,B3 Quiz 1P Essay

questions

Marks

NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 6

2.5%

A1,A2,B1 Midterm

Exam

Essay

Questions

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

7/8

20%

A1,B1,B2,

C1,C2

Quiz 2P T/F

Questions

with

justification

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

16

2.5%

A3,C1 Assignment

2P (essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 9 2.5%

B1,B2,B3 Practical

Exam

Essay

Questions

& Practical

Experiment

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

13

15%


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s


Questions

Letter

Grading


14

40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook 1. Casida L.E. (1968). Industrial microbiology (Wiley, New York

; London).

2. Doyle MP, Beuchat LR, & Montville TJ (2001) Food

microbiology : fundamentals and frontiers (ASM Press,

Washington, D.C.) 2nd ed.

3. Suggested

Reference Books


2. Progress in Industrial Microbiology, vol 31, Elsevier (ISBN

0444-98666-9)

3. DEMAIN, A.L. and DAVIES, J.E., (1999). Manual of

Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology ASM-Press, USA

(ISBN -1-55581-128-OC)



0521-77917-0)

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim, (2016).

Journal of Basic Microbiology , Volume 56, Issue 4, Pages 329–

438

5. Useful Websites http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1016/0307-4412(90)90229-

H/pdf


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11. Banner Data












Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 1 25%


Total 4 100%




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BT_301, INTRODUCTION TO BIOTECHNOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course data:





Course code BT_301

Course title Introduction to Biotechnology

Leader Dr. Osama Saad

Course level 3 4 5 ✓ 6 7 Year 3/Sem 1

Credit hours 3


Pre-requisites BIO201

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to provide the students with different branches of biotechnology. The

course introduces different applications of biotechnology and discusses various ideas in

reference to dissimilar point of views. The course enables the students to learn the usage of

biotechnological tools in scientific proposals or projects.


Upon completion of the course the student will be able to:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:

By the end of this course students should be able to show

knowledge and comprehension of:

1. Recognize several branches of Biotechnology

2. Identify applications of biotechnological tools.

B. Cognitive skills: 1. Construct deeper understanding of genetic

engineering in different industries of biotechnology

2. Determine biological hazards accompanying the

spread of transgenic organisms into the

environment.

2 2 Independent

study:


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C. Professional skills 1. Designing scientific proposals for certain projects

ideas.

2. Criticize different ideas in biotechnological

applications

D. General and


1. Demonstrate the ability to work in a team via group

projects, scientific poster, presentations and student

exhibition(s).

4.Indicative Content:


1. Introduction to

origins of

Biotechnology

A1, A2

& C1 1. Experimental design C2, C1 & D1.

2. Pharmaceutical

Biotechnology A1, A2

& B1 2. SWOT analysis C2, C1 & D1.

3. Medical


& B1 3. Proposal format C2, C1 & D1.

4. Agricultural


& B1

4. References and in-text

citation C2, C1 & D1.

5. Biomaterials A1, A2

& B2

5. Guidelines for poster

design C2, C1 & D1.

6. Biocomputing and

Military

applications of

Biotechnology

A1, A2

& B2

6. Guidelines for oral

presentation C2, C1 & D1.

7. Environmental

Biotechnology

A1, A2

& B1



1st week Introduction to the course and its

requirements

Introduce to the students the scientific

method and experimental design

2nd week Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

Instructor’s Presentation

Presentation on SWOT analysis for the

groups, Announcement of the


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Exhibition, distribution of the Topics.

3rd week Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

Students’ Presentations

Introduction to the Proposal

Requirements

Reviewing the Proposal Format,

Requesting Outlines.

4th week Medical Biotechnology


Group Allocations

Exhibition for the Student Projects

5th week Medical Biotechnology


Topic Selection and Distribution

Each team makes a presentation about

their projects in terms of introduction

and experimental design.

6th week Biocomputing and Military

applications of Biotechnology


Tutorial about references and in-text

citation.

7th & 8th

weeks

MID-TERM EXAMS

9th week Agricultural Biotechnology

Instructor’s Presentations

1st Draft Submission for Proposal

Preparations for Advertising Posters

and Group Allocations for The

Biotechnology Exhibition.

1st Draft Feedback

10th week

Agricultural Biotechnology


1st Draft Feedback

Students submit their first draft and

the rest of the tutorial the teaching

assistants devote the tutorial time to

discuss the common mistakes in the

first draft and give the students the

time to revise each other’s projects.

11th week Environmental Biotechnology


Poster & Presentation Session

rehearsal

Guidelines for Poster design and oral

presentation.

12th week Environmental Biotechnology

Instructor’s Presentations

2nd Draft Submission

2nd Draft Submission


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13th week Biomaterials

Instructor’s and Students’

Presentations

Rehearsal for the Exhibition and

Evaluation

14th week Evaluation of the Students’ Presentation and Posters’ Exhibition

Final Draft Submission

15th week FINAL EXAMS


7.Strategy/ies for Teaching Students with Special Needs




with respect to examinations, attendance, marking, and texting proximity provided that


support handbook.

Regarding the Introduction to Biotechnology course, there is no practical part that is

incorporated. Faculty staff is trained well in order to help students with special challenges.

8.Required Resources/ Facilities




A.2 Active learning, integrating technology, handouts and discussion method

B.1 Active learning, integrating technology, case studies, and discussion method

B.2 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, student projects and

discussion method

C.1 Active learning, integrating technology, student projects, public reviews and

online journals.

C.2 Active learning, integrating technology, public reviews and discussion

method

D.1 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, student projects, public

reviews, handouts, group projects, students exhibition and discussion method


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Computers and projectors.

University libraries

University printing labs

Handouts

Case studies examples

E- learning

9.Assessment Methods and Tools:

CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A1,

A2, B1

& C1

Students

presentations

Presentations

of different

fields

Marks NA

Summative

with

feedback

Weeks

3, 5,

10, 11

& 13

15%

A1,

A2,

B1,

B2,

C1, C2

& D1.

Students

project

Proposal,

presentation

& poster

Marks NA

Summative

with

feedback

Week

14 25%

A1 &

A2

Midterm

exam

Essay

questions,

and MCQs

Marks NA Summative Week

7,8 20%

A1, A2

& B1 Final Exam

Essay

questions,

MCQ, cases.

Letter


Week

15 40%

Total 100%


10.Indicative Course Materials and Reading Texts:


2. Course Textbook Ratledge, C. (2006). Basic Biotechnology. 3rd edition. United


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Kingdom. Cambridge University Press.


Books

Borem, A., Santos, F. and Bowen, D. (2003). Understanding

Biotechnology. 1st edition. United States. Prentice Hall.


Journals

Journal of Petroleum and Environmental Biotechnology

Avicenna Journal of Medical Biotechnology

Journal of Biotechnology & Biomaterials - OMICS International

Journal of Agriculture Biotechnology

5. Useful Websites Non

11.Banner Data












Linked Course N/A


12.KIS Data

Activity Contact

Hours

Overall percentage of total



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Practical Work 0 0%

Tutorials 2 50%


Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Osama S. Saad



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BT_313, MOLCULAR BIOLOGY OF CANCER, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)





Course Code: BT_313

Course Title Molecular Biology of Cancer

Course Leader Dr Ashraf Bakkar

Course Level: 3 4 5 √ 6 7 Year 3/Sem 1

Credit

Units/Hours:

3


Pre-requisite/s Cell Biology and physiology (BIO201b)

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims at introducing the students to detailed description of the molecular basis of cancer and

the mechanisms which lead to the initiation and progression of cancer as a serious disease. To this end,

hall marks of cancer and the underlying mechanisms are covered in this course. Additionally, the course

aims to link this information to how specific cancer drugs are designed based on the important and key

alterations studied throughout the course.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. the nature of Cancer, hall marks of cancer, oncogenes, tumor

suppressor genes, cell immortalization and cancer, angiogenesis,

invasion & metastasis and a tumor Immunology.

2. The deregulation of protoncogenes, tumor suppressor genes and their

participation in the multistep process of cancer formation.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Associate the various molecular alterations detected in different genes to the

deregulation of the key biological processes or body defense which control cell

proliferation and survival and tissue homeostasis.

2. Outline the key molecular alterations which may allow the design of

future therapeutic targets.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Apply the acquired knowledge in culturing and sub-culturing cancer

cell lines

2. Use the results of different assays to determine the proliferation and

2 2 Independent

study:


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migration of cancer cells.

D. General and

Communication

Skills


2. Show time management skills by working to deadlines and ability to

work in a team.



1. Introduction and nature of Cancer A. 1, 2

& B. 1,2


about Cancer labs & Lab

Safety Rules.

C. 1

2. Hall marks of Cancer A. 1,

2&

B. 1,2

2. General Introduction on

the nature of cancer and

Aseptic techniques in cell

culture

C. 1,&

D. 1

3. Proto-oncogenes and oncogenes

A. 1, 2

& B. 1,2

3. Mammalian Cell

Culture Basics

C. 1,2 & D. 1

4. Growth Factors, Receptors, and

Cancer.

A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

2

4. Cell Culture Media

types and materials for

passaging cell lines

C. 1, 2 & D. 1

5. Tumor Suppressor Genes A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

2

5. Cell culture passaging

and use of trypsin

C. 1, 2 & D. 1

6. pRb and Control of the Cell Cycle

Clock

A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

2

6. 3 D cell Culture ( dry

lab)

C. 1&

D. 1

7. p53 and apoptosis

A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

2

7. RNA extraction and

cDNA synthesis from

mammalian cell lines

C. 1, 2 & D. 1

8. Cell immortalization and Cancer A. 1, 2

& B. 1,

2

8. Cryopreservation and

cell lines storage (dry

lab).

C. 1&

D. 1

9. Angiogenesis A. 1 &

B.1,2

9. Cytotoxicity Assay C. 1, 2 &

D. 1

10. Invasion and Metastasis and short

introduction to tumor Immunology

A. 1 &

B. 1,2

10- Migration assay. C. 1, 2 &

D. 1



1 Introduction and nature of Cancer

• Different Aspects of the




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nature of Cancer cells ● Course curriculum


2

Hall marks of Cancer

• Introduction on Six hall

marks of Cancer and

emerging hall marks and

enabling Characteristics.

• How Cancer cells can

acquire the capability to

sustain proliferative

signaling

• Proto-oncogens and

oncogenes

General Introduction on the nature of cancer

a general technical tips on cell culture

• Aseptic techniques in cell culture

• Contamination and Biosafety

* Assignment 1P

3

Growth Factors, Receptors, and

Cancer

• The EGF receptor

functions as a tyrosine

kinase

• Structure of Tyrosine

Kinase receptors

• How An altered growth

factor receptor can function

as an oncoprotein

Quiz 1T

* Assignment 1T

Mammalian Cell Culture Basics

▪ Cell Culture room equipment’s

▪ Cell culture hood and to use it to

culture Cell lines

▪ Using sterile pipets

4

Tumor Suppressor Genes

• Knudson two hit

Hypothesis

• Familial and Sporadic

Retinoblastoma

• Mechanisms through which

cancer cells eliminate wild-

type copies of tumor

suppressor genes

Cell Culture Media types and materials for

passaging cell lines

▪ Finding the appropriate media

for each cell line

▪ Preparation of a complete media

▪ Adding Serum and Antibiotics

▪ Storage of Cell Culture media

5

pRb and Control of the Cell Cycle

Clock

• pRb control of the cell cycle

• Cyclins- Cyclin dependent

Kinases

Cell culture passaging and use of trypsin

• Removal of old media

• use of trypsin to remove cells

• cells’ Counting and Subculturing


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• The state of

phosphorylation of pRb

and control of the cell cycle

6

P53 as a tumor suppressor Gene (1)

• How Mutant versions of p53

interfere with normal p53

function.

• How the cell control the level

of p53

• p53-activating signals and

p53’s downstream effects

Revision on how to subculture cell lines

Quiz 1P

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

P53 and Apoptosis (2)

• How p53 Ushers Apoptosis

• p53 is only one of many

players in the apoptotic

program

• Cytochrome C and

Apoptosis

•

•

RNA extraction and cDNA synthesis from

mammalian cell line

• RNA extraction from a cancer cell

line

• Measuring quantity of RNA extracted

• RT PCR for cDNA synthesis

• *Assignment 2P

10

• Cell immortalization and Cancer • Telomeres and crisis

• Mechanisms of breakage–

fusion–bridge cycles

• Structure of the tolemerase

enzyme

• Quiz 2T

* Assignment 2T “Due date week

12”

• (8)

Cryopreservation and cell lines storage (dry

lab).

• How to use DMSO to preserve the

cells upon storage

• Keeping cells in liquid nitrogen

11

Angiogenesis

• Parallels between wound

healing and tumorigenesis

• Macrophages and myeloid

cells roles in activating the

tumor-associated stroma

(9) Cytotoxicity Assay

Scratch wound Assay (dry lab)

Quiz 2P

12 Invasion and metastasis (10)


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• Invasion metastasis

cascade

• EMT and Loss of E

Cadherin

Revision

13

Introduction on tumor Immunology

• The immune system

functions to destroy

abnormal cells in the

body’s tissues


Practical Exams

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS















the information clearly and deal with their discomfort Active learning/ Moodle is of great help

for those students.

- Students with any physical challenges -or transient cases- which make their participation in







- Virtual labs

- Well equipped computer labs and trained technicians.

- A special table and suitable chair are prepared to accommodate student (s) with a physical

disability.


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CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A. 1, 2

B. 1


MCQs

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 5%

A.1,2&

B1&

D. 1

Assignment

1T

write on a

selected topic

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 3 2%

A. 1, 2

B. 1,2

Mid Term

Exam

Essay

Questions,

Marks NA Summative Week 7 & 8 20%

A. 1, 2

B. 1,2


MCQ and

T&F with

justification.

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 10 5%

A. 2,

B. 1

D. 1, 2

Assignment

2T

Preparation

of a power

point

presentation

on a selected

topic.

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 12

3%

C. 1, 2

D. 1, 2

Assignment

1P & 2P

Write on a

selected topic

related to

experiments

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 2&9 5%

C. 1, 2 Quiz 1P &

2P

Essay

questions,

Short notes,

Explain

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 6 &12 5%

C. 1, 2 Practical

exam

Short notes,

Experimental

procedures

Marks NA Summative

with feed-

back

Week 14 15%

A. 1, 2,

B. 1, 2


Essay

Questions,

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading




1. Notes Hand out of BT_313

2. Course Textbook Weinberg R.A. (2014). The Biology of Cancer. (2nd ed.). Garland Science,

Taylor & Francis Group, LLC


Books Pecorino, L. (2008). Molecular Biology of Cancer. Mechanisms, Targets and

therapeutics. (2nd ed.). Oxford University Press Inc., New York


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4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Naturel Review of Cancer

Cancer cell

Cancer research

5. Useful Websites • https://canceraustralia.gov.au

• https://www.cancerinstitute.org.au/

11. Banner Data












Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%



https://canceraustralia.gov.au/


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GEN301, MOLECULAR GENETICS AND GENETIC

ENGINEERING, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course data:





Course code GEN301

Course title Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering

Leader Dr. Gehan Safwat

Level 3 4 5 ✓ 6 7 Year 3/Sem 1

Credit hours 4


Pre-requisites GEN201b – BT203b

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to provide students with a good basic foundation in the molecular

structure, organization, and function of the genetic material in different organisms, the ability to

distinguish between different types of molecular markers, and to critically appraise the different

methods used in molecular mapping.


Upon completion of the course, the students will show knowledge and understanding of:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:



1. The different methods used in genetic engineering, gene

isolation and synthesis, and genomic expression libraries.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Apply different methods of DNA recombination

technologies, and genetic mapping in locating genes.

2. Determine the different applications and uses of

restriction endonucleases in cloning.

2 4 Independent

study:


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C. Professional Skills 1. Compare between different types of cloning vectors.

2. Design gene isolation experiment from different

organisms for DNA cloning with plasmid vectors.

D. General and


E. Demonstrate the ability to work in a team.



1. Restriction enzymes and recombinant

DNA cloning.

A.1,

B.2 1. Recombinant DNA

technology B.1, B.2

2. Methods for gene isolation C.2 2. Plasmid isolation

C.2

3. Gene synthesis A.1 3. Cloning techniques and in

silico cloning C.1

4. Libraries for Biotechnologist A.1,

B.1 4. Restriction digestion of

GFP-P53 to isolate GFP B.1, B.2

5. Transgenic animals A.1,

B.1 5. Ligation of GFP gene in

PTZ57R vector B.1

6. Northern blotting A.1

6. Visualization of GFP-

fluorescence in

Arabidopsis thaliana stem

and root

B.1, D.1

7. Southern blotting A.1 7. RNA extraction from mice

and RNA quantification C.2

8. Gene synthesis

A.1,

B.1,

C.2 8. cDNA synthesis

A.1, D.1

9. Genomic libraries A.1,

C.2 9. DNA sequencing A.1, C.2



1st week Restriction enzymes and Recombinant DNA technology


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recombinant DNA cloning

2nd week Methods for gene isolation Plasmid isolation

3rd week Gene synthesis

* Assignment.T1

Cloning techniques and in silico cloning

4th week Libraries for Biotechnologist

* Quiz.T1

Restriction digestion of GFP-P53 to isolate

GFP

* Assignment.P1

5th week Transgenic animals

Ligation of GFP gene in PTZ57R vector

* Quiz.P1

6th week Revision

Visualization of GFP-fluorescence in

Arabidopsis thaliana stem and root

7th & 8TH

week

MID-TERM EXAMS

9th week Northern blotting

* Assignment.T2

RNA extraction from mice and RNA

quantification

* Assignment.P2

10th week Southern blotting

* Quiz.T2

cDNA synthesis

* Quiz.P2

11th week Gene synthesis DNA sequencing

12th week Genomic libraries Revision

13th week Revision


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14th week FINAL EXAM





• Students with physical challenges are provided with special tables to facilitate their

laboratory work.



• Virtual labs.






B.1 Active learning, integrating technology, and discussion method

B.2 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, and discussion

method

C.1 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, and discussion

method


method

D.1 Providing the opportunity for students to work in groups during the

practical work.


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CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

B.1 Assignment.T1

Short

descriptive

note

Marks Summative


A.1,

B.1,

B.2,

C.2

Quiz.T1 Short notes Marks Summative


C.2 Assignment.P1

Short

descriptive

note

Marks Summative


B.1 Quiz.P1 Short notes Marks Summative


A.1,

B.1,

B.2,

C.1,

C.2

Midterm exam

Essay

questions,

and MCQs


7,8 20%

B.1,

B.2,

D.1

Assignment.T2 Solve a

problem Marks

Summative


C.2 Assignment.P2

Short

descriptive

note

Marks Summative


B.2 Quiz.P2 Short notes Marks Summative

with feedback

Week

10 2.5%

B.1,

B.2 Quiz.T2 Short notes Marks

Summative

with feedback

Week

10 5%

A.1,

B.1,

B.2,

Final Practical

Exam

Essay

questions,

cases,


13 15%


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C.1,

C.2

practical

A.1,

B.1,

B.2,

C.1,

C.2

Final Exam

Essay

questions,

MCQ,

cases.

Letter


Week

15 40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Rieger, R., Michaelis, A., & Green, M. M. (2012). Glossary of

genetics and cytogenetics: classical and molecular. Springer Science

& Business Media.


Books

Downey, K., Voellmy, R. W., & Ahmad, F. (Eds.). (2013). Advances

in gene technology: molecular genetics of plants and animals (Vol.

20). Elsevier.


Journals

Journal of Molecular Biomarkers & Diagnosis

Journal of Breeding and Genetics

5. Useful Websites Library of Congress, (2015, September 6). Restrictions on

Genetically Modified Organisms. Retrieved from

https://www.loc.gov/law/help/restrictions-on-gmos/usa.php

11. Banner Data





https://www.loc.gov/law/help/restrictions-on-gmos/usa.php


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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data

Activity Contact

Hours




Practical Work 4 66.666%

Tutorials 0 0%


Total 6 100%




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BT308, ADVANCED GENETIC ENGINEERING: GENE

TRANSFER, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course data:


Program Title Biotechnology



Course code BT308

Course title Advanced Genetic Engineering and Gene Transfer

Leader Dr. Gehan Safwat

Level 3 4 5 ✓ 6 7 Year 3/Sem 2

Credit hours 4


Pre-requisites BT202b – BT301b

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to give students a deeper insight on the concepts, methods, and applications of

gene transfer. Also, the students will be able to isolate genes, analyze or alter them and return them to a

suitable host. Moreover, the students will have deep knowledge about the differences of genetic

engineering in prokaryotes versus higher organisms such as plant and human. Students will also get to

know the different techniques of genetic manipulations that can be applied to produce recombinant

proteins; it will develop what the students have previously learnt and link it practically with different

applications and uses of genetic engineering.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. The fundamental principles of handling and manipulating DNA and

RNA in bacteria versus complex organisms such as human.

2. The experimental design and analysis performed with human genetic

engineering.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Distinguish between different methods of gene transfer.

2. Apply different techniques used for isolating genes.

C. Professional Skills 1. Design cloning vectors with the gene of interest.

2. Assess the isolated genes to be genetically engineered for

transformation.

D. General and 1. Demonstrate the ability to work in a team.

2 4 Independent

study:


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Communication Skills 2. Write an appropriate and professional lab report with deep

interpretations



1. Transgenic plants A.1, B.1 1. Introduction to the field of

genetic engineering A.1

2. Transgenics A.2, B.1,

C.1, C.2

2. RNA extraction using Trizol from

leukemia and normal blood cells

B.2,

D.1&

D.2

3. Engineering plants for insect

resistance

A.1, B.1,

B.2 3. cDNA synthesis

B.2,

D.1&

D.2

4. Engineering plants for virus

resistance

A.1, B.1,

B.2

4. Real time PCR using p53 and B-

actin primers

B.2,

D.1,

D.1 &

D.2

5. Modern techniques in transgenics A.2 & B.1 5. Real time PCR data analysis

B.2,

C.2,

D.1 &

D.2

6. Methods of creation of transgenic

animals

B.1, C.1,

C.2 6. Microarray and data analysis

B.2,

C.2,

D.1 &

D.2

7. Transgenic chickens B.1, C.1,

C.2 7. DNA extraction from bacteria

A.1,

B.2,

D.1 &

D.2

8. Transgenic mice B.1, C.1,

C.2 8. Transformation into DH5a cells

B.1,

C.1,

D.1 &

D.2

9. Human gene transfer

A.2, B.1,

B.2, C.1,

C.2 9. Colony PCR

B.1,

C.2,

D.1 &

D.2



1 Transgenic plants Introduction to the field of genetic engineering

2 Transgenics

RNA extraction using Trizol from leukemia and

normal blood cells


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3 Engineering plants for insect resistance

* Assignment 1 (T)

cDNA synthesis

4 Engineering plants for virus resistance

Quiz 1 (T)

Real time PCR using p53 and B-actin primers

* Assignment 1 (P)

5 Modern techniques in transgenics

Real time PCR data analysis

Quiz 1 (P)

6 Methods of creation of transgenic animals Microarray and data analysis

7& 8 MID-TERM EXAMS

9 Transgenic chickens

* Assignment 2 (T)

DNA extraction from bacteria

* Assignment 2 (P)

10 Transgenic mice

Quiz 2 (T)

Transformation into DH5a cells

11 Human gene transfer

Colony PCR

Quiz 2 (P)

12 Human gene transfer (cont.) Revision

13 Revision Final Exam

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS

*The subject of the assignments and projects are defined by the instructor.




A.1 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, and discussion method






D.1 Giving the opportunity for students to work in groups during the practical work and field

trips

D.2 Practical experiments, discussions and active learning


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Computers

Projectors


Bacterial cultures

Animal Cell Cultures


University library



As part of the MSA standard policies, any student with a physical, mental or emotional challenge receives

assistance during provisioned special sessions within the context of the personal tutoring system.

In a more generic form, any challenges or difficulties are given special consideration with respect to

examinations, attendance, marking and texting proximity provided in response to prior appropriate

notification. Moreover, as there is a practical part incorporated in this course, special tables were designed for

those who have physical challenges with sufficient spaces within the lab to ensure their comfort.


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing

Weigh

t

A.1,

B.1, B.2

Assignment 1

(T)

Short

descriptive note Grade N/A

Summative with

feedback Week 3 2.5%

A.1,

B.1, B.2 Quiz 1 (T) Short notes Grade N/A

Summative with

feedback Week 4 5%

B.2 Assignment 1

(P)

Short


Summative with


A.1, B.2 Quiz 1 (P) Short notes Grade N/A Summative with


A.1,

B.1, B.2

Midterm

exam Essay questions Grade 10 Summative

Week

7,8 20%

B.1,

C.1, C.2

Assignment 2

(T)

Short


Summative with


A.1, B.2 Assignment 2

(P)

Short


Summative with


B.1, C.2 Quiz 2 (P) Short notes Grade N/A Summative with

feedback

Week

11 2.5%

B.1, Quiz 2 (T) Short notes Grade N/A Summative with Week 5%


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B.2,

C.1, C.2

feedback 10

A.1,

B.1,

B.2,

C.1, C.2

Final

Practical

Exam

Essay questions,

cases, practical Grade N/A Summative

Week

13 15%

A.1,

B.1,

B.2,

C.1, C.2

Final Exam Essay questions,

cases.

Letter


Week

14 40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Nicholl, D. S. (2008). An introduction to genetic engineering. Cambridge

University Press.


Books

National Research Council. (1984). Genetic engineering of plants:

agricultural research opportunities and policy concerns. National

Academies Press.


Journals

Journal of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology

5. Useful Websites University of Nebraska, (2005). What is genetic engineering and how does

it work?. Retrieved from http://agbiosafety.unl.edu/basic_genetics.shtml

11. Banner Data





http://agbiosafety.unl.edu/basic_genetics.shtml


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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 6 100%




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GEN302, COMPLEX GENOME ANALYSIS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme Code(s) Bsc. Hons. Biotechnology (P11493)



Course Code GEN302

Course Title Complex Genome Analysis



Course Level 3 4 5 √ 6 7 Year 3/Sem 2


Pre-requisite/s BT204b, BT202b

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of the Complex Genome Analysis Course is to develop students’ understanding about

genomes and the field of genomics. This course familiarizes students with the importance of

genome analysis and enables them to compare the target organism with its corresponding model

ones. The course also provides knowledge about inheritance and expression of chimeric genes in

organisms. Moreover, it introduces the human genome project and its benefits in the upcoming

era.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. Genomic analysis and its sequencing methods and their benefits.

2. Comparative genomics and its benefits on health, industry, and

nutrition

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Relate different methods to test for known mutations and scan for

unknown mutations.

2. Use concepts of reverse genetics, co-inheritance studies and linkage

analysis for phylogenetic trees’ construction.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Design a complete and appropriate complex genome study.

2. Differentiate between physical and genomic mapping.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate the ability to work in groups

2. Write an appropriate and professional lab report with deep

interpretations.

2 2 Independent

study:


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1. Structural genomics

A.1,

B.1 &

B.2

Conserved primer sequence

design

Gene family analysis of stress genes

A.1, A.2,

B.1 & C.1

2. Functional genomics

A.1,

B.1 &

B.2

Biotic and Abiotic stress in plants

B.1, D.1

& D.2

3. Organelle genomes

A.1 &

B.1 RNA isolation

B.1 &

B.2,

4. Genome Evolution B.2,

C.1 &

C.2

Polymerase Chain Reaction

(PCR)

Reverse transcriptase polymerase

chain reaction (RT-PCR) –

cDNA synthesis followed by

conventional PCR

A.1, B.1,

B.2& D.1

5. Applications and ethics A.2,

B.1 Microarray analysis A.1, B.1

& B.2

6. The role of the transposons in

genome evolution

A.1 &

B.1

Expressed sequence tags (ESTs)

interpretations

Bioinformatics analysis (in-silico)

A.1, C.1

& C.2

7. Whole genome analysis A.1,

B.1,

C.1 &

C.2

Molecular Markers analysis A.1, B.2

& C.1&

C.2

8. Analysis of phylogenetic trees

and relations

B.2,

C.1 &

C.2

Genome mapping

Physically and genetically

C.1 & C.2

9. Cooperative roles for

bioinformatics and

experimentation

C.1 &

C.2



1


Course breakdown

Course curriculum

Introduction to the laboratory work and lab

safety rules.


Course curriculum



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2

Structural Genomics

Genome structure and organization

Mapping and genetic analysis

QTL analysis

Conserved primer sequence design

General rules for primer design

Comparative genomics

3

Functional Genomics

DNA sequencing and annotation

Transcriptome

Gene silencing and epigenetic regulation

* Assignment 1 (T)

Biotic and Abiotic stress in plants

Examples and effects on plants

4

Organelle genomes

Mitochondrial DNA

Chloroplast DNA

RNA Extraction

RNA extraction from plant tissues

Downstream analysis of extracted RNA and its

applications.

5

Genome evolution

Sequence

Gene Duplication

Polyploidy

Reverse transcriptase Polymerase Chain

Reaction (RT-PCR)

The practical application of cDNA synthesis

Preparing the reaction mix for PCR

Assignment 1 (P)

6

Applications

Biotechnology

Genomics

Ethics

Agarose gel electrophoresis

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Transposons and genome evolution Microarray

Uses, applications and types

Assignment 2 (P)

10

Whole genome analysis

Microarrays

SAGE

MPSS

Expressed sequence tags (ESTs)

Bioinformatics analysis (in-silico)


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*Assignment 2 (T)

11 Analysis of phylogenetic trees Molecular markers analysis

Examples and Applications

12

Cooperative roles and applications for

bioinformatics

Genome mapping

Physically and genetically

13 Revision Oral presentations

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS





A.1 Lectures, public reviews, discussions, and integrating technology. A.2 Lectures, discussions and integrating technology.

B.1 Lectures, active learning, and discussions.

B.2 Lectures, discussions, and active learning.

C.1 Discussions, case studies, and group projects.

C.2 Case study and cooperative learning.

D.1 Case studies, guided independent study and cooperative learning.

D.2 Case studies and independent student projects.


Computers

Projectors


Plant tissues


Protocols

University library



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MSA policies and regulations assert that any student with a physical, mental or emotional disability and

in need of assistance, are provisioned special sessions within the context of the personal tutoring system.

In a more standard form, disabilities are given special consideration with respect to examinations,

attendance, marking and texting proximity, provided that appropriate notifications are previously given.

Further details and policies can be viewed in students support handbook

In complex Genome analysis course, there is a practical part that is incorporated. Special tables were

designed for students with some physical challenges to facilitate their practical work. Students have

enough space in the lab in order to circulate using a wheel chair. Faculty staff including lab technicians

are well trained in order to help students with special challenges in terms of practical work and assistance.


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timin

g

Weight

A.1 &

A.2

Assignment 1

(T)

Summarize

…….

Grade

N/A Summative

with

feedback

Week 3

15 % B.1 &

B.2

Assignment 2

(T)

Summarize

…..

N/A Summative

with

feedback

Week

10

A.1,

A.2, &

B.1

Midterm Exam

(T)

Essay

questions

and case

studies


20 %

D.1 &

D.2

Assignment 1

(P)

Design…..

Grade

N/A

Summative

with

feedback

Week

13

20 % Oral

Presentation

(P)

Rubric

D.1 &

D.2

Assignment 2

(P)

Write……..

Grade

N/A

Summative

with

feedback

Week 9

Oral

presentation (P)

Rubric

B.1,

B.2,

C.1,

C.2 &

C.3

Lab Activities Virtual labs,

formative

assessments,

case studies

Grade N/A Formative Week

13

5 %

A.1,

A.2,

B.1 &

Final Exam (T) Essay

Questions,

diagram

Letter

Grading

12 Summative Week 7

& 8

40 %


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B.2,

C.1 &

C.2

interpretatio

ns, and case

studies

Total 100%

Are students required to pass all components in order to pass the course No


1. Notes Powerpoint presentation prepared by the lecturer


Prakash, M. (2007). Human gene evolution (Vol. 2).


Books

Pasternak, J. J. (2005). An introduction to human molecular genetics

mechanisms of inherited diseases (Vol. 3). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley-Liss


Journals

Nature and jgenomics

5. Useful Websites Online Genetics Education Resources

11. Banner Data












Linked Course N/A



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12. KIS Data

Activity Contact

Hours





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 3 100%




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GEN303, PROTEOMICS AND PROTEIN ENGINEERING FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course data:





Course code GEN303

Course title Proteomics and Protein Engineering

Course Leader Dr. Ahmed M. K. Nada

Course Level 3 4 5 ✓ 6 7 Year 3/Sem 2

Credit hours 3

Contact Hours Theoretical: Practical: Tutorial:

Pre-requisites GEN201b – BT202b

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to explain the meaning of Genomics as the scientific study of genome,

underscore the role genes play, and highlight the dire importance of combining structural, functional

genomics and proteomics, which provides a deep understanding of the relationship between genes,

protein production, and traits.


Upon completion of the course, the students will show knowledge and understanding of:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


and comprehension of:

1. Proteomics as the study of structure, function, location and

interaction of proteins within and between cells.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Differentiate between the different structures of the proteome.

2. Discover the environmental impacts on gene expression.

2 2 Independent

study:


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C. Professional Skills 1. Assess three-dimensional structure of proteins.

2. Appraise the shape of proteins to their functionality.

D. General and

Communication

Skills




1. What are proteins A.1,

B.2 1. SDS-PAGE A.1

2. Peptide mapping A.1,

B.1

2. Protein extraction from

liver tissue A.1, D.1

3. Protein isolation A.1,

B.1

3. Preparation of Receipts

used in SDS-PAGE A.1, D.1

4. An introduction to protein engineering B.1 4. Sample preparation for

SDS-PAGE analysis A.1, B.1

5. Structure of proteins B.1,

C.2 5. Gel preparation and loading A.1, B.1

6. Known facts about the protein folding C.1 6. Staining and destaining A.1, B.1

7. Protein recognition C.1,

C.2 7. Western blotting A.1, B.1

8. Protein crystallization C.1,

C.2 8. Paper chromatography A.1, B.1

9. Design of protein structure I C.1,

C.2

10. Design of protein structure II C.1,

C.2



1st week What are proteins SDS-PAGE

2nd week Peptide mapping Protein extraction from liver tissue

3rd week Protein isolation

* Assignment.T1

Preparation of Receipts used in SDS-PAGE


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4th week An introduction to protein engineering

* Quiz.T1

Sample preparation for SDS-PAGE analysis

* Assignment.P1

5th week Structure of proteins

Gel preparation and loading

* Quiz.P1

6th week Known facts about the protein folding Staining and destaining

7th week MID-TERM EXAMS

8th week Mid-Term Exams

9th week Protein recognition

* Assignment.T2

Western blotting

* Assignment.P2

10th week Protein crystallization

Paper chromatography

* Quiz.P2

11th week Design of protein structure I

* Quiz.T2

Revision

12th week Design of protein structure II

13th week Revision






B.1 Active learning, integrating technology, and discussion method


method


method


method


practical work.


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Students with physical and psychological challenges meet the instructors of the course periodically to

ensure their proper understanding of the course.

Students with physical challenges are provided with special tables to facilitate their laboratory work.



• Virtual labs.




CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A.1,

B.1 Assignment.T1

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%


Summative

with

feedback

Week 4 5%

A.1,

B.1 Assignment.P1

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 4 2.5%

A.1,

B.1 Quiz.P1 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 5 2.5%

A.1,

B.1,

B.2,

Midterm exam

Essay

questions,

and MCQs


7,8 20%


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C.1

C.1,

C.2 Assignment.T2

Solve a

problem Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 9 2.5%

A.1,

B.1,

D.1

Assignment.P2

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 9 2.5%

A.1,

B.1 Quiz.P2 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

10 2.5%

C.1,

C.2 Quiz.T2 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

11 5%

A.1,

B.1,

B.2,

C.1,

C.2

Final Practical

Exam

Essay

questions,

cases,

practical


14 15%

A.1,

B.1,

B.2,

C.1,

C.2

Final Exam

Essay

questions,

MCQ,

cases.

Letter


Week

14 40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Westermeier, R., & Naven, T. (2002). Proteomics in practice: a


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laboratory manual of proteome analysis (pp. 11-98). Weinheim:

Wiley-vch.


Books

Sanchez, J. C., Corthals, G. L., & Hochstrasser, D. F. (Eds.).

(2006). Biomedical applications of proteomics. John Wiley & Sons.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/ Journals

International Journal of Proteomics

5. Useful Websites PennState, (2015, March 13). What is proteomics: Tutorials from

Proteome Software. Retrieved from http://sites.psu.edu/msproteomics/

11. Banner Data












Linked Course N/A


http://sites.psu.edu/msproteomics/


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12. KIS Data

Activity Contact

Hours





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%




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MARK301, MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING IN

BIOTECHNOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course data:





Course code MARK301

Course title Management & Marketing in Biotechnology

Leader Dr. Amr Sukkar

Course level 3 4 5 ✓ 6 7 Year 3/Sem 2

Credit hours 2


Pre-requisites None

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to enable students to gain understanding of major decisions faced by

managers to balance organization’s objectives with the needs and opportunities of global

marketplace. It allows the students to relate theory to practice through the use of individual or

group project throughout the course. Additionally, it helps the students to perform a market

analysis of a particular biotechnological product. Also, it gives the students an understanding of

critical issues in marketing and equip them with concepts and models relevant to those issues.

The course allows the students to acquire an understanding of basic marketing concepts; such as

product innovation, product launch, and marketing mix.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


2 Independent

study:


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1. Recognize the concept of global market place.

2. Interpret critical issues in marketing.

B. Cognitive skills: 1. Determine marketing and promotion principles.

2. Associate staff training, target setting and payment

policies.

C. Professional skills 1. Devise market analysis document of a Biotechnological

product.

D. General and


1. Demonstrate the ability to work in a group project and

to present a case study.

2. Show time management skills.



1. Introduction to management and

marketing A1. A2, B1 & D2

2. Marketing: The fundamentals A1 & B2

3. Marketing and management tasks A1, A2 & B1

4. Marketing mix A1, A2, B1, C1, D1 & D2

5. Product A1, A2, B1 & B2


Week Lecture

1st week Introduction to management and marketing

2nd week Marketing: The fundamentals part 1

3rd week Marketing: The fundamentals part 2


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4th week Marketing and management tasks part 1

Quiz 1

Assignment 1

5th week Marketing and management tasks part 2

6th week Revision

7th & 8th weeks MIDTERMS

9th week Marketing mix

10th week Product part 1


Quiz 2

Assignment 2


13th week Presentation and project submission

14th week Revision




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7. Strategies for Teaching Students with Special Needs




with respect to examinations, attendance, marking and texting proximity provided that


support handbook.

Regarding the Management and Marketing in Biotechnology course, there is no practical part

that is incorporated. Faculty staff is trained well in order to help students with special

challenges.


Computers and projectors




A.1 Active learning, integrating technology, and discussion

A.2 Active learning, integrating technology, case studies and discussion

B.1 Active learning, integrating technology, online journals and discussion

B.2 Active learning, integrating technology, case method , reviews and

discussion

C.1 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, student projects,

public reviews and discussion

D.1 Student projects, Discussion

D.2 Student projects, Discussions and public reviews.


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CILO

s

Assessment

Method/s

Assessmen

t

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessmen

t Type Timing Weight

A1,

A2, B1

& B2

Quiz.T1 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 4 5%

A1,

A2,

B1, &

D2

Assignment.T

1

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 4 5%

A1,

A2,

B1,

C1&

D2

Midterm exam

Essay

questions,

and MCQs


7,8 20%

A1,

A2, B1

& D2

Assignment.T

2

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

11 5%

A1,

A2, B1

& B2


Summative

with

feedback

Week

11 5%

A1,

B1,

B2,

C1,

D1 &

D2

Project

Business

proposal

and

presentation

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

13 20%


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A1,

A2,

B1,

C1&

D2

Final Exam

Essay

questions

and case

studies.

Letter


Week

15 40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Kotler, P. and Armstrong, G. (2010). Principles of marketing. 6th

edition. United States, Prentice Hall publication.


Books

Berkowitz, E. (2001). Marketing with Powerweb. 7th edition. United

States. McGraw-Hill.

4. Suggested


Journal of Management and Marketing Research

5. Useful Websites http://www.managementmarketing.ro/

11. Banner Data









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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data

Activity Contact

Hours




Practical Work 0 0%

Tutorials 0 0%


Total 2 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Amr Sukkar



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SEM_302, INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)


Programme

Name

BSc. Hons. Biotechnology



Course Code: SEM_302

Course Title Industrial Projects


Course Level: 3 4 5 √ 6 7 Year/Sem: Year 3/Sem 2

Credit

Units/Hours:

2


Pre-requisite/s SEM301

2. Aims/Objectives:

The industrial projects course is a course designed to provide a link between academia and

industrial life. Through the organization of field trips and guest lectures from experts in various

fields, the students are exposed to the research opportunities that are available. Students are also

trained to design experiments and prepare proposals, while reviewing available technologies and

advancements based on relevant literature. The course also equips students with the necessary

tools for research, and develops their ability to detect and solve industrial issues, as well as their

presentation skills.



2 2 1 1 Independent

study:


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A. Knowledge &

Understanding:



1. The varying fields of biotechnological research, that are available in

the industry

2. The basis of Scientific writing, method, and experimental design

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Classify and Describe research results and the work of others i.e.

published material.

2. Demonstrate searching, writing and problem-solving skills.

C. Professional Skills 1. Design appropriate experimental or data collection techniques.

2. Apply knowledge and skills to the solution of a specific theoretical

problem; and work independently.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Present research as clear oral presentations with appropriate and

adequate use of supporting visual aid material.



Informing the students about the course grading

system, course evaluation, course materials and

course resources, Outline, Visit Report, Risk

Assessment

A.1,

A.2

Detailed explanation of visit

reports and Risk Assessment

Forms

A.1,

A.2

Supervision is arranged to ensure that the

student progresses at an appropriate pace

through his/her project and also draws upon

his/her own initiative and store of relevant

knowledge.

A.1 Brain Storming Session D.1

Outline for choosing a topic and gathering

information about that topic.

B.1,

B.2

Follow-up on generated

ideas and approved ones

B.1,

B.2

Guidelines to reading research articles and B.1, Practicing Paraphrasing and B.1,


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papers B.2 methods of encouraging

creativity

B.2

Guidelines for Experimental Designs and the

scientific Method

C.1,

C.2

Feedback on Submitted

Drafts

C.1,

C.2

STDF Proposal Guidelines and Formatting C.1,

C.2


Drafts

C.1,

C.2

Budget and Gantt Chart Calculations B.1,

B.2


Drafts

B.1,

B.2

Referencing A.1 Feedback on Submitted

Drafts & Posters

D.1,

C.1,

C.2

Poster and Presentation Rehearsals D.1 Feedback on Skills D.1

Assessments and Activities D.1 Assessments D.1



1 Informing the students about the course grading system, course evaluation, course

materials and course resources.

2

Supervision is arranged to ensure that

the student progresses at an

appropriate pace through his/her

project and also draws upon his/her

own initiative and store of relevant

knowledge.

Detailed explanation of visit reports and

Risk Assessment Forms


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3

1st field trip

Assignment Field trip Report due

next week

Brain Storming Session+ Guidelines for

Experimental Designs and the scientific

Method

4 Academic Visitors Feedback on Field Trip Reports

5

2nd field trip

Assignment Field trip Report due

next week

Poster & Presentation Skills Session

6

Academic Visitor + Guidelines for

Experimental Designs and the

scientific Method

How to read research Papers and

Reviews+ Outline for choosing a topic and

gathering information about that topic.

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 STDF Proposal Guidelines and

Formatting

Budget and Gantt Chart Calculations

10 Referencing Practicing Paraphrasing and methods of

encouraging creativity

11

First draft due date: Handing in the 1st

draft including Introduction,

Methodology, and Expected Results

Soft copy.

Statistical Analysis session / rehearsing

Poster Session

12 Feedback on Submitted Drafts Feedback on Submitted Drafts

13

Evaluation of the Students’ Posters

Submission of Final Draft & Portfolios


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14 Evaluation of the Students’ Presentation by external examiners

15 FINAL TERM EXAMS


CILOs Teaching Strategies

A.1 Presentation, interactive learning, Visits

A.2 Presentation, interactive learning, flipped classroom, videos, Guest Lectures



C.1 Hand out work/ Design learning Materials

C.2 Hand out work/ Design learning Materials



- Students with any physical challenges or transient cases which make their participation in

practical activities difficult are helped by a TA or a technician.

- Students with difficulty preparing or presenting their work are assured and helped by T.As.

-Appropriate Transportation is provided; and if student is unable to go on field-trip due to the

nature of the facility; a guest lecture and virtual tour is arranged.


- Lecture rooms with data show and chairs or tables for students with physical challenges.

- Trained TAs to help students with physical challenges.


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- Appropriate Transportation for the various field trips.


- Classrooms for tutorials with T. As with appropriate internet connection.


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A. 1, 2

B. 1

Visit Reports Reports,

writing, RA

forms, group

work

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Week

3,4, 5, 6

10%

C. 2

D. 1

Outline Written

Report

N/A

(Part of

Student

Follow-

up)

Formative

with

Feedback

Week 6 0%

A. 1, 2

B. 1,

B.2

STDF 1st

Draft

Grant

Application

N/A

(Part of

Student

Follow-

up)

Formative

with

Feedback

Week

8,9,10

0%

A. 1, 2

B. 1

STDF 2nd

Draft

Grant

Application

N/A

(Part of

Student

Follow-

up)

Formative

with

Feedback

Week

10, 11,

12

0%

A. 2,

B. 1,

Student

Follow-up

Rubric

(Supervising

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Week 3-

14

10%


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B.2

D. 1

T.A.) Feedback

C. 1, 2

D.1

Poster Session Rubric

(External

Examiners)

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Week

13

18%

C. 1, 2 Presentation

Session

Rubric

(External

Examiners)

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Week

14

22%

C. 1, 2 Portfolio Rubric Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Week

14

5%

A. 1,

2, B. 1,

2

Final Draft Written

Report

(Rubric)

Letter

Grade

Summative Week

14

35%

Total 100%



1. Notes Handouts of SEM302

2. Course Textbook http://e-learning.msa.edu.eg

3. Suggested

Reference Books

Topic Related Literature

Russell, K. (2010), The Art of Being a Scientist: A Guide for Graduate

Students and their Mentors by Roel Snieder, Ken Larner. International

Statistical Review, 78: 159. doi:10.1111/j.1751-

5823.2010.00109_28.x

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals




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5. Useful Websites All About Grants Tutorials (National Institutes of Health)

http://www.niaid.nih.gov/ncn/grants/default.htm

Grant Writing Tips Sheet http://grants1.nih.gov/grants/grant_tips.htm

EPA Purdue University Grant-Writing Tutorial (Environmental

Protection Agency)

http://www.purdue.edu/envirosoft/grants/src/msieopen.htm

Grant-writing Tools for Non-Profit Organizations (Non-Profit Guides)

http://www.npguides.org/

Sample proposals:

http://www.npguides.org/guide/sample_proposals.htm

Proposal Writing Short Course (Foundation Center; English and

Spanish) http://fdncenter.org/learn/shortcourse/prop1.html

Where can I find examples of grant proposals?

http://foundationcenter.org/getstarted/faqs/html/propsample.html

Sample Proposals (SchoolGrants.org)

http://www.k12grants.org/samples/

Selected Proposal Writing Websites (University of Pittsburgh)

http://www.pitt.edu/~offres/proposal/propwriting/websites.html

Tips on Writing a Grant Proposal (Environmental Protection Agency)

http://www.epa.gov/ogd/recipient/tips.htm

Writing a Successful Grant Proposal (Minnesota Council on

Foundations) http://www.mcf.org/mcf/grant/writing.htm

11. Banner Data





existing course, Programme(s)

http://www.niaid.nih.gov/ncn/grants/default.htm


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affected





Donor Department Advanced Sciences


Linked Course N/A

External Examiner David Hughes & Dr. Laura Snyder



12. KIS Data




Tutorials 1 20%

Practical Sessions 1 20%


Total 5 100%


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LEVEL FOUR


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BT401, INTRODUCTION TO BIOSAFETY AND RISK

ASSESSMENT, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course data:





Course code BT401

Course title Introduction to Biosafety and Risk Assessment

Leader Dr. Amgad M. Rady

Level 3 4 5 6 ✓ 7 Year 4/Sem 1

Credit hours 2

Contact hours Theoretical: Practical: Tutorial:

Pre-requisites BT_301

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the techniques used in

biotechnology to perform biosafety, provide students with information about safety of

Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), and to raise students' awareness of the biosafety

policies and procedures and how to use biotechnological sciences to avoid environmental risks.


Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to show knowledge and

understanding of:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:



1. The Biosafety procedures and applications.

2. The different levels of biosafety.

2 Independent

study:


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B. Cognitive Skills 1. Demonstrate knowledge of the environmental safety

parameters.

2. Analyze laboratory risks and classify them into groups.

C. Professional Skills 1. Evaluate the laboratory's biosafety level.

2. Assess the precautions needed in the laboratory

depending on its biohazard level.

D. General and



4. Indicative contents

Theoretical content ILOs

1. Biosafety policies and procedures associated with the introduction

and use of biotechnological tools.

A.1

2. Guidelines and regulation of biosafety. A.1, and A.2

3. Biosafety measures in the laboratory, greenhouse and open field. B.1

4. Laboratory biohazard waste management B.2

5. Biosafety procedures and permit applications C.1, and C.2

6. Regulatory review and approval to commercial release C.1, and C.2

7. Biosafety and public awareness. D.1

8. Risk assessment of GMOs. B.1

9. Risk management of GMOs and their possible impact on the

environment

B.1, and D.1

10. Cartagena Protocol B.1


Week Lecture


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1st week 1. Biosafety policies and procedures associated with the introduction

and use of biotechnological tools

• Declaration of International Federation of Biosafety

Association

2nd week 2. Guidelines and regulation of biosafety

• Implementing a Varity of Directives, guidelines, standards

3rd week 3. Biosafety measures in the laboratory, greenhouse and open field.

• Biosafety Practices

• Biosafety levels (BSLs)


Quiz 1

4th week 4. Biohazardous waste

• Biohazard waste management

• Types of Biohazard waste

5th week 5. Biosafety procedures and permit applications

• The relation between biorisk & Biosafety

• Biorisk groups

6th week 6. Regulatory review and approval to commercial release



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7th & 8th weeks MID-TERM EXAMS

9th week 7. Biosafety and public awareness

• Applying a biorisk assessment sheet

10th week 8. Risk assessment of GMO

• Privileges & Concerns of GMOs

• International scene of GMOs

Quiz 2

11th week 9. Risk management of GMOs and their possible impact on the

environment

12th week 10. Cartagena protocol


13th week Revision





A.1 Discussion and case method, by discussing biosafety rules and regulations

with students and proving these rules with real life cases.

A.2 Discussion and case method, by discussing biosafety rules and regulations


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• Well-equipped computer labs.


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1, A.2 Quiz 1 Short notes,

MCQs

Marks Summative

with

Week 3 10%


B.1 Case method, by providing an opportunity for students to apply what they

learned in classes to the laboratories of the university or other laboratories

in Egypt.

B.2 Case method, by providing an opportunity for students to apply what they

learned in classes to the laboratories of the university or other laboratories

in Egypt.

C.1 Discussion and case method, by discussing biosafety rules and regulations


C.2 Discussion and case method, by discussing biosafety rules and regulations


D1 Providing the opportunity for students to work in group project.


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feedback

B.1, B.2,

D.1

Assignment

1

(Project):

Analyze

laboratory

risks in the

university

and apply

biosafety

precautions.

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3

10%

A.1, A.2,

B.1, B.2

Midterm

exam

Essay

questions


B.1, B.2 Quiz 2 Short notes,

MCQs

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 5 10%

C.1, C.2,

D.1

Assignment

2

Solve a

problem

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

10

10%

A.1, A.2,

B.1, B.2,

C.1, C.2

Final Exam Essay

questions,

cases.

Letter

grading

12 Summative Week

14

40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Fleming, D.O., & Hunt, D.L. (2006). Biological safety: principles

and practices (4th Ed.). ASM Press

3. Suggested

Reference Books

World Health Organization. (2004). Laboratory biosafety manual.

World Health Organization


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4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Applied Biosafety Journal

5. Useful Websites Ministry of Science and Technology, Department of

Biotechnology. (2017, July 9). Biosafety – Regulation. Retrieved

from www.dbtindia.nic.in/regulations/

11. Banner Data






affected







Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data

Activity Contact

Hours


http://www.dbtindia.nic.in/regulations/


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Practical Work 0 0%

Tutorials 0 0%


Total 2 100%




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MARK401, INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION,

2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course data:





Course code BT411

Course title Regulatory and ethical aspects of biotechnology

Leader Dr. Osama S. Saad

Course level 3 4 5 6 ✓ 7 Year 4/Sem 1

Credit hours 2


Pre-requisites BT_301

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of the regulatory & ethical aspects of biotechnology course is to enable students the ability to

debate opinions effectively and base their opinions efficiently in bioethics. The course gives

information about the essential concepts in applying ethics in new sciences such as gene patenting,

transhumanism, stem cell technology, usage of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and their

dilemmas and brain death. Moreover, the course provides a full understanding of the biohazards

accompanying wrong use of biotechnological science



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


of:

1. Ethical concepts of Biotechnology.

2. Recognize different dilemmas in manipulating genes.

B. Cognitive skills: 1. Master ethical reflection and decision-making with respect

to the rapid developments in biotechnology.

2. Analyze biotechnological sciences and avoid risks of

2 Independent

study:


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misuse.

C. Professional skills 1. Develop critical thinking skills through a consideration of

the theoretical, legal and practical aspects of bioethical

decision-making.

D. General and


1. Demonstrate the ability to work in a team and self-learn

generally when doing different surveys and discussions

throughout the course.

2. Construct presentation and negotiation skills.



1. Ethical aspects in biotechnology A1, B1, B2 & C1.

2. Wrong uses of biotechnological

sciences like biological warfare

agents

A1, B1, B2 & C1

3. How can a person evaluate new

technological trends to judge

acceptance or rejection?

A1, B1, B2 & C1

4. Who has the authority to put

ethical limits in biotechnology A1, A2, B1, B2 & C1.

5. Concept of gene change: accept or

refuse. A1, A2, B1, B2 & C1

6. Concept of trans-humanism, brain

death: accept or refuse. A1, A2, B1, B2, & C1.

7. Applying surveys C1, D1 & D2


Week Lecture

1st week Introduction to Bioethics

2nd week Patient Autonomy


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3rd week The use of humans stem cells

Quiz 1

4th week Brain death

5th week Agri business

6th week Bioethics of brain death

Assignment 1


9th week Ethical issues in genetically modified foods

10th week Animal/human cloning

Quiz 2

Assignment 2

11th week Human enhancement

12th week Activity: the class is classified into small groups, each select a new technology

and each group prepare an ethical argument supporting or reject the use of the

new technology.

13th week Surveys presentation & project submission

14th week Revision




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MSA policies and regulations require that any student with a physical, mental or emotional disability

and in need of assistance, are provisioned special sessions within the context of the personal tutoring

system. In a more standard form, disabilities are given special considerations with respect to

examinations, attendance, marking and texting proximity provided that appropriate notifications are

priory given. Further details and policies can be viewed in students support handbook.

Regarding the Regulatory and ethical aspects of Biotechnology course, there is no practical part that

is incorporated. Though, while doing the surveys, students have special and appropriate passages

and pathways to be able to circulate the university. Faculty staff is trained well in order to help

students with special challenges.






CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A1, B1

& D1 Quiz.T1 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 5%

B2 Assignment.T1 Short Marks Summative Week 6 5%



A.1 Active learning,lectures, integrating technology, and discussion method

A.2 Active learning, integrating technology, case studies and discussion method

B.1 Active learning, integrating technology, case studies and discussion method

B.2 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, recitations and discussion

method

C.1 Case method, recitations, public reviews and discussion method

D.1 Active learning and discussion

D.2 Case methods and surveys.


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descriptive

note

with

feedback

A1, A2

& D1 Midterm exam

Essay

questions,

and MCQs


7,8 20%

B2 Assignment.T2

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

10 5%

A1, B1

& D1 Quiz.T2 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

10 5%

C1, D1

& D2

Project

(surveys)

Surveys and

analysis Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

13 20%

A1 &

D1 Final Exam

Essay

questions,

MCQ, cases.

Letter


Week

14 40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook John, A. and Fuchs, R. (2002). Biotechnology and safety assessment.

3rd Edition. India, Academic press.


Books

Hokkanen, H. and Lynch, J. (2003). Biological control: benefits and

risks. Cambridge, University press.

4. Suggested


International journal of biotechnology

5. Useful Websites http://www.inderscience.com/jhome.php?jcode=ijbt


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11. Banner Data












Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data

Activity Contact

Hours




Practical Work 0 0%

Tutorials 0 0%


Total 2 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Osama S. Saad


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1. Course Data

Programme




Course Code: MARK401

Course Title Intellectual Property Protection


Course Level: 3 4 5 √ 6 7 Year4/Sem2



Pre-requisite/s BT_301

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to give the students the ability to understand intellectual properties both as a

definition and an asset that requires attention as well as protection. The course gives

information about ways to exchange materials and ideas between scientists, study the types

of licensing agreements, and understanding the enforcement of intellectual property rights to

increase the student’s awareness to technological and legal developments in Intellectual

property.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:



1. The properties of intellectual communications.

2. The trade secret definition.

2 Independent

study:


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3. The mechanism for applying intellectual properties

worldwide.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Demonstrate the way to apply proper scientific communication.

2. Distinguish between different types of patents.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Develop experience in writing application for patents to

scientific researches

2. Improve students' abilities for how to present any scientific ideas.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate students' skills on the E – Learning and getting

familiar to use it.

2. Improve students' abilities in presenting any scientific ideas.

3. Demonstrate the ability to work in groups.



1 Definition of intellectual properties. A1 , A2 & A3

2 International agreements and treaties for

intellectual protection (IP).

A2, A3 & B1

3 Implementation of copyright, trademark

and patency.

A1,A2 ,B2&C1

4 What is trade secret A1 A,2 ,A3,B1

5 The interrelationship between

intellectual property and biodiversity

A 2 , A3& B2

6 Plant variety protection and UPOV

treaty

A1 ,A2, B2

7 Public distribution of intellectual

property.

A2, A 3 &, C2 & D2

8- Type of licensing agreements. A3 & B2


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Week Lecture

1st week Informing the students about the course grading system, course evaluation,

course materials and course resources.

2nd week Understanding the essence of Intellectual properties

❖ Assignment 1 “due date week 5”

3rd & 4thweek Identifying the different types of licensing agreements.

❖ Quiz 1

5th & 6th week Understanding the concept of Trade secret.

“Submission of Assignment 1”


9th week Implementing copyright, trademark and patency laws.

❖ Group Project Due date in week 13”

10th week Protecting plant variety and applying UPOV treaty.

❖ Assignment 2 “Due date in week 12”

11th week Recognizing types of license agreements

❖ Quiz 2






discussions, Moodle (active links)

B (1,2) Power point Presentations & Extra readings


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C(1,2) Turnitin Assignments, Hand out Training

D (1,2) Moodle, Turnitin Assignments, Active learning and/discussions with

TAs








Microphone



CILOs Assessmen

t Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Gradin

g Mode

Pass

Mar

k

Assessmen

t Type

Timin

g

Weigh

t

A.1,2

Quiz 1

Essay

Questions

Marks

NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 3

5%

A1,2,3

Quiz 2

Moodle –

T/F

Questions

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

11

5%

B1,B2 Assignment

1

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks

NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 5 5%

C3 Assignment

2

Turnitin

with

Marks NA Summative

With

Week

12 5%


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feedback feedback

A1,A2,B1,B

2

Midterm

Exam

Essay

Questions

Marks NA Summative

With

Feedback

Week

7/8

20%

D2,D3 Group

Project +

Seminar

Presentation

s

Marks NA Summative

With

Feedback

Week

13

20%


Questions

Letter

Grading


15

40%

Total 100%




2. Course

Textbook

On the- Moodle e-learning

3. Suggested

Reference

Books

Stephen Johnson,(2015): Guide to Intellectual Property: What it is, how to

protect it, how to exploit it, the Economist, ISBN-13: 978-1610394611

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Varsakelis, N. (2001), “The Impact of Patent Protection, Openness, and

National Culture on R&D investment: a Cross-Country Empirical

Investigation,” Research Policy , 30, 1059-1068.

Park, W. and Ginarte, J. (1997), “Intellectual Property Rights and

Economic Growth,” Contemporary Economic Policy, 15, 51 - 61.

Thompson, M. and Rushing, F. (1999), “An Empirical Analysis of the

Impact of Patent Protection on Economic Growth: An Extension,” Journal

of Economic Development, 24, 67 - 76.

5. Useful

Websites

http://www.aun.edu.eg/kto/Intellectual%20properties%20rights%20and%

20protection.pdf

http://www.wipo.int/edocs/pubdocs/en/intproperty/450/wipo_pub_450.pdf

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_2?ie=UTF8&text=Stephen+Johnson&search-alias=books&field-author=Stephen+Johnson&sort=relevancerank

http://www.aun.edu.eg/kto/Intellectual%20properties%20rights%20and%20protection.pdf

http://www.aun.edu.eg/kto/Intellectual%20properties%20rights%20and%20protection.pdf

http://www.wipo.int/edocs/pubdocs/en/intproperty/450/wipo_pub_450.pdf


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Practical Work 0 0

Tutorials 0 0


Total 2 100%


Head of the Academic Department:.


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MARK402, BUSINESS COMMUNICATION, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course data:





Course code MARK402

Course title Business Communication

Leader Dr. Amr Sukkar

Course level 3 4 5 6 ✓ 7 Year 4/Sem 2

Credit hours 2


Pre-requisites MARK301

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to develop student's abilities in analytical thinking and clear expression.

The course focuses on the process of planning, preparing, and executing a professional

communications plan. The course provides the ability to write a series of business documents,

and give several oral presentations, as well as reduce the resistance, fear, and complacency

inherent to the introduction of technology in the work place.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


knowledge of:

1. Leadership and team work

B. Cognitive skills: 1. Demonstrate the ability in critical thinking in the

management science area.

2 Independent

study:


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C. Professional skills 1. Create a series of business documents.

2. Determine leadership and twenty-first-century

hospitality

D. General and



2. Construct time management and prioritizing of

activities



1. Managerial communication A1, C1, C2 & D1

2. Business writing B1,C1, C2, D1 & D2

3. Techniques in persuasion A1, B1, & C1

4. Identification of cultural issues that

makes communication difficult A1, B1 & C2

5. International business, management

and marketing C1 & D2


Week Lecture

1st week Career success begins with communication skills

2nd week Planning business messages

3rd week Composing business messages

4th week Revising business messages

Quiz 1

5th week Electronic messages and memorandums

Assignment 1

6th week Positive messages



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9th week Persuasive messages

10th week Negative message

Assignment 2

11th week Proposals and formal reports

12th week Professionalism at Work: Business Etiquette, Ethics, Teamwork, and

Meetings

Quiz 2

13th week Presentation and project submission

14th week Revision





disability and in need of assistance is provisioned special sessions within the context of the

personal tutoring system. In a more standard form, disabilities are given special

considerations with respect to examinations, attendance, marking and texting proximity,

provided that appropriate notifications are priory given. Further details and policies can be

viewed in students support handbook.

Regarding the Business communication course, there is no practical part that is incorporated.

Faculty staff are trained well in order to help students with special challenges.




B.1 Active learning, integrating technology, case studies and discussion

method

C.1 Active learning, case method, student projects, public reviews and

discussion method

C.2 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, student

projects, public reviews and discussion method

D.1 Student projects, discussion

D.2 Active learning, e-books and discussion methods


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CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A1, B1

& C2 Quiz.T1 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 4 5%

A1,

B1, C2

& D2

Assignment.T1

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 5 5%

A1, B1

& C2 Midterm exam

Essay

questions,

and MCQs


7,8 20%

A1,

B1, C2

& D2

Assignment.T2

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

10 5%

A1, B1 Quiz.T2 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

12 5%

A1,

B1,

C1,

C2, D1

& D2

Project

Business

proposal

and

presentation

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

13 20%

A1, B1 Final Exam Essay Letter 12 Summative Week 40%


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& C2 questions,

and case

studies.

grading 15

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Guffey, M. and Loewy, D. (2013). Essentials of business

communication. Latest edition. United states. South-Western

educational publishing.

Roebuck, D. (2006). Improving business communication skills. 4th

edition. United States, Prentice Hall publication.

3. Suggested

Reference Books

Lesikar, R. and Flatley, M. (2002). Basic business communication:

skills for empowering the internet generation. 10th edition. United

States, McGraw Hill.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

International Journal of Business Communication.

5. Useful Websites http://www.businessdictionary.com/definition/business-

communication.html

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Hours




Practical Work 0 0%

Tutorials 0 0%


Total 2 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Amr Sukkar



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GEN402, MOLECULAR AND GENETIC DIAGNOSIS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data





Course Code: GEN402

Course Title Molecular and Genetic Diagnosis

Course Leader Dr. Radwa Mekky

Course Level: 3 4 5 6 √ 7 Year 4/sem 2



Pre-requisite/s BIO201, GEN301

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to emphasize the usefulness of molecular and genetic tools in the

diagnosis of diseases. The course explains the impact of genetic polymorphisms in altering the

response to therapeutic drugs. The course also highlights the role of personalized medicine in

tailoring therapeutic dosage to patients individually.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1- The role of molecular genetics in the diagnosis and prognosis of

diseases.

2- How molecular approaches could distinguish between different

cancer stages.

B. Cognitive Skills 1- Apply molecular diagnostic tools in personalized medicine.

2- Categorize the different diagnostic algorithms in detection of

infectious diseases.

C. Professional 1- Utilize different molecular diagnostic tools to detect infectious

2 2 Independent

study:


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Skills diseases and cancers.

2- Perform different genetic testing to predict prenatal diseases.

3- Quantify amount of protein in the cells using Elisa.

4- Perform conventional diagnostic tests

D. General and

Communication

Skills




Introduction to Molecular Diagnosis A.1 Tools to diagnose Prenatal

diagnosis

C.2

Pre-natal and new-born disease diagnosis

by molecular techniques

A.1 Personalized medicine B.1

The application of molecular diagnosis in

pharmacogenomics.

B.1 Elisa C.3

The application of molecular diagnosis in


B.2 Conventional Diagnostic tests C.4

Immunoassay for detection of hormones,

vitamins and metabolites

A.1,C.4 Next generation sequencing A.1,

B.1

Application of molecular diagnosis in

Cancer

A.2,

C.1

Field trip D.1

Epigenetic signature and molecular

diagnosis.

A.1 Presentation on the visit D.1



1st week Introduction to the course materials





2nd week ● Prenatal and newborn

Molecular diagnosis.

- Newborn errors of

metabolism.

- Different Prenatal

• Prenatal diagnosis

- Karyotyping – FISH

technique (Virtual Lab)

- Students will practice solving


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diagnostic tools.

- Biomarkers for predicting

newborn diseases

prenatal diagnosis case

studies.

- Notification for Quiz one

3rd week ● Molecular diagnosis and

personalized medicine.

- How polymorphisms

affect response to

treatment.

- Understand interface

between molecular

diagnosis and

pharmacogenomics.

- Quiz 1T

• Molecular Diagnostics serving

individualized medicine

- Pharmacogenomics (Slow, rapid

and ultra-metabolites).

- Explain the principle of genetic

profiling (DNA fit)

- Quiz 1P

4th week ● Molecular diagnosis and

personalized medicine.

● Different approaches to detect

SNP

• ELISA

- Various applications of ELISA.

- RIBA

5th week ● Molecular Diagnosis and


- Molecular tools to detect

infectious diseases

• Conventional Diagnostic tests

- CBC, Blood sugar level,

Kidney and liver functions



- Exact algorithm of

accurate diagnosis of

hepatitis C virus.

- Use of microRNAs as

biomarkers for HCV.

- Continue with

Conventional Diagnostic tests

7th * 8th

week MIDTERM EXAMS


immunological diseases.

- Elisa testing.

- STR

- RFLP


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- Antigen antibody affinity.

Next generation sequencing for detection

of SNP


Cancer.

- Explain the role of

genetics in predicting

different types of cancers.

- Explain the role of genetics in

cancer prognosis.

- Quiz 2T

- Visit to AGERI

(Next generation sequencing)


epigenetics

- MicroRNAs as biomarkers

in different diseases.

- Presentation on visit

12th week ● Project ( Awareness

Campaign)

- Quiz2P

13th week Quiz 3T

Revision

14th week Revision


Practical Exams








B.1 Power point presentation/Interactive Learning/Learning Groups and Practical Lab


C.1 Power point presentation/Interactive Learning/Learning Groups and Practical Lab

C.2 Practical Lab

C.3 Practical Lab


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C.4 Practical Lab



-Students with some physical challenges are met every now and then to ensure that they receive

the information clearly and deal with their discomfort and active learning/ moodle could be of



practical activities difficult are helped by TAs or technicians







CILO

s

Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Gradin

g Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessmen

t Type

Timi

ng

Weigh

t

A.1 Quiz 1P Short Notes Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

3

2.5%

midterm Short Notes/ Essay

questions Marks Summative Week

7

20%

A.2 Quiz 2P

Short Notes/ Essay

questions Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

11

2.5%

Final Exam Short Notes/ Essay

questions Marks Summative Week

15

2.5 %

B.1 Quiz 3P Short notes/ Essay

question Lab report

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

13 2.5%

Midterm Short notes/ Essay

question /case study

Marks Summative 2%

B.2 Midterm Short notes/ Essay

question /case study


13

5%

C.1 Quiz 1P Short Notes Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

3

2%


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Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes, Essay

questions,

experimental

procedures.

Letters Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

2%

C.2 Quiz2P Short Notes Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

12

2%

Final

practical

exam

Short Notes, Essay

questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Marks Week

14

2%

C.3 Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes, Essay

questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%

C.4 Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes, Essay

questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%

D.1 Presentation Rubric Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%

A.1,A.

2,B,1,

B.2,C.

1

Final Exam: Essay Questions,

case study,

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

12 Summative

with

feedback

Week

16

40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Kevin Davies, (2002) Cracking the Genome: Inside the Race to

Unlock Human DNA, Baltimore and London, JHU Press.

3. Suggested

Reference Books

Erin P. Balogh, Bryan T. Miller, and John R. Ball, (2015), Improving

Diagnosis in Health care, Washintogn DC, the National Academies

press

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

The Journal of Molecular Diagnostics


https://www.google.com.eg/search?tbo=p&tbm=bks&q=inauthor:%22Kevin+Davies%22&source=gbs_metadata_r&cad=8


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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%




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BT305, ANIMAL CELL BIOTECHNOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data




Course Code BT305

Course Title Animal Cell Biotechnology

Course Leader Dr. Ahmed M. K. Nada


Course Level 3 4 5 √ 6 7 Year 3/Sem 2


Pre-requisite/s BIO201

2. Aims/Objectives:

This course aims to provide an overview of modern research and industrial applications of

animal cell biology and allow students to explore the applications of animal cell culture and

other technologies in relation to industry, research and medicine. The course also enables

students to evaluate the industrial, research and biomedical ideas associated with animal cell

biology.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. Concepts and principles of cell and tissue engineering

2. The mechanisms of cellular differentiation, drug resistance and

cell death

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Differentiate between the structures of prokaryotic and

eukaryotic cells as well as animal and human cells

2. Use the knowledge acquired regarding the cell organization,

tissue engineering, culturing techniques, and gene regulation to

develop medicinal, agricultural, and environmental goods.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Appraise the biotechnological techniques and their relevance to

various fields.

2. Relate techniques used to prepare human and non-human cell

culture.

2 Independent

study:


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D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Evaluate online resources



1. Cell and tissue engineering A.1 & A.2

2. Scale up of animal cell culture B.1, B.2 & C.2

3. Mechanisms of drug resistance and cell death A.2 & D.1

4. Differentiation of animal/human cells A.2 & C.1

5. Animal cell culture techniques relevant to mRNA knockdown A.1, B.1, C.2 & D.1

6. Regulation of gene expression in animal cells, with emphasis on translational

control

A.2 & D.1


Week Lecture

1


Course breakdown

Course curriculum

2 Introduction to the cell

Eukaryotic and prokaryotic cell differences

The organelles found in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

3

Cellular differentiation

From single cell to multicellular organisms

Model organisms

* Assignment 1

4

Programmed cell death (PCD)

The evolutionary origin

Other ways of cell death other than PCD

Function of PCD


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5

Targets of cell death

Defective apoptotic pathways implication in diseases

Quiz 1

6

Mechanisms of drug action and resistance

Focusing on anti-malarials

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9 Tissue engineering

Approaches of tissue engineering

10

Concepts of mammalian cell culture

Applications of cell culture

Culture of non-mammalian cells

Organ culture

*Assignment 2

11

Regulation of gene expression

Anti-sense technology

Ribozyme technology

Quiz 2

12 Regulation of gene expression

RNA interference

13 Revision

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS

*The subject of the assignments and projects are defined by the instructor.




A.1 Lectures, active learning, discussions, and integrating technology. A.2 Lectures, active learning, discussions and integrating technology.

B.1 Lectures, active learning, discussions, and integrating technology.

B.2 Discussions, and active learning.


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C.1 Case studies and cooperative learning.

C.2 Lectures, case studies, and cooperative learning.

D.1 Cooperative learning and integrating technology


As part of the MSA standard policies, any student with physical, mental or emotional challenge

receives assistance during provisioned special sessions within the context of the personal tutoring

system.


respect to examinations, attendance, marking and texting proximity assistance is provided in

response to an appropriate notification. Further details and policies can be viewed in students

support handbook.


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A.1&

C.1

Quiz 1 Short Notes Grade N/A Summative

with

feedback

Week 5 10 %

10%

A.2,

C.2 &

D.1

Quiz 2 Short Notes,

MCQs

Grade N/A Summative

with

feedback

Week 11

A.2 Assignment

1

Explain……. Grade N/A Summative Week 3

10 %

10 % B.2 Assignment

2

Evaluate….. Grade N/A Summative Week 10

A.1,

A.2,

A.3,

B.1 &

B.2

Midterm

Exam

Essay

Questions and

Diagrams


& 8

20 %

A1,

A.2,

B.1,

C.1,

C.2 &

D.1

Final Exam Essay

Questions,

Diagrams.

Letter

grading


Total 100%



1. Notes Powerpoint presentation prepared by the lecturer


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Pörtner, R. (2007). Animal cell biotechnology. Totowa: Humana

Press


Books

Freshney, R. (2010). Culture of animal cells. Hoboken, New Jersey:

Wiley-Blackwell.


Journals

Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology, Nature

5. Useful Websites NCBI

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11. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 2 100%




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RS400, RESEARCH PROJECT, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data





Course Code: RS_400

Course Title Research Project


Course Level: 3 4 5 6 √ 7 Year 4/Sem 1



Pre-requisite/s SEM_302 & a completion of 115 Credit Hours

2. Aims/Objectives:

The course aims to enable students to undertake a research project in an area of biotechnology, ensuring

the development of laboratory skills, and the necessary independence in the design, and execution of

experiments. This is in addition to demonstrating their ability to present, interpret and discuss research

results. The first goal of the course is to help students understand the nature of the research process. The

second goal of the course is to help students learn how to confidently and systematically complete their

thesis project. This is principally meant to be a hands-on and interactive course rather than a reading and

lecture course.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. Techniques applicable to completing research studies.

2. Selecting new topics through execution of investigative research

experiments.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Analyze the results of a new search and interpret the appropriate results

into a research project or manuscript to be presented

2. Design appropriate experimental or data collection techniques.

C. Professional Skills 1. Criticize and assess research results and the work of others i.e. published

material.

2. Produce a detailed and structured report on the project.

1 5 1 Independent

study:


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D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate searching, writing and problem-solving skills. 2. Communicate effectively in oral or written form.

3. Manage time, tasks and resources effectively.

4. Indicative Content: ILOs

Email Students welcoming them to the Research Projects and

Sending in the host Places and their capacity, along with the

specified due date and time for receiving requests, with three

options.

C.1, D.2

Email Students with their placements in addition to their

supervisor’s contact details, instructions for conduct, publication

requirements, and progression, and their meeting with the Dean and

Ethics Committee.

C.1, D.2

Informing the students about the grading system, evaluation, course

materials and course resources, Outline for Proposal, Risk

Assessment; Email Students with the due date of sending in their

topics before their meeting

A.1, A.2, C.1, D.2

Supervision is arranged to ensure that the student progresses at an

appropriate pace through his/her project and also draws upon his/her

own initiative and store of relevant knowledge, Distribute

Handbook, Receipt.

A.1, B.1, B.2, A.2

Meetings with Supervisors recorded within the record of Meetings A.1

Outline for choosing a topic and gathering information about that

topic.

B.1, B.2

Guidelines to reading research articles and papers; Guidelines for

Experimental Designs and the scientific Method.

B.1, B.2

Follow Up at least once every two weeks to discuss progression of

students

C.1, C.2

Send Email with Due Dates For: Turnitin Submission; Thesis

Submission; Presentation Submission; Photos and statements about

their host places

C.1, C.2, D.1, D.2

Assessments and Activities D.1, C.1


Week Content Tutorial Content

1

Informing the students about the grading


course resources, Outline for Proposal, Risk

Assessment; Email Students with the due date

of sending in their topics before their meeting.


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2&3



through his/her project and also draws upon

his/her own initiative and store of relevant

knowledge, Distribute Handbook, Receipt

Meeting with External Supervisor to arrange for

practical sessions.

4&5 Meetings with Supervisors recorded within

the record of Meetings

Practical Session at Host Institute (Inside or

Outside the faculty)

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Meetings with Supervisors recorded within


Feedback on Submitted Drafts



10






11






12






13



Submission on Final Draft & Portfolios



14&15






16 FINAL EXAMS


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16,

17, or

18

Evaluation of the Students’ Presentation by

external examiners


external examiners



A.1 Guided Independent Study, interactive learning

A.2 Presentation, interactive learning, videos, Hand out/ Practical Lab

B.1 Active learning/ Guided Independent Study

B.2 Active learning/ Hand out/ Practical Lab


C.2 Hand out /Practical Lab/ Active learning/ Presentation

D.1 Active learning, Rehearsals and discussions with Instructors

D.2 Active learning and discussions with Instructors

D.3 Active learning and Rehearsals


- Students with any physical challenges which make their participation in practical activities

difficult are helped by a TA or a technician. In such cases the Hosting institute is usually within

the well-equipped faculty; which can accommodate any physical challenges.

- Students with difficulty preparing or presenting their work are helped by T.As.


-Lecture rooms with data show and chairs or tables for students with physical challenges are

required during scheduled sessions or final presentations.


- Well-equipped computer labs and trained technicians, appropriate lab facilities.

-Classrooms for tutorials with appropriate internet connection.


CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A. 1, 2

B. 1

Lab

Performance

A form that is

filled by the

external

supervisor who

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Weekly till

final

submission

25%


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oversaw the

practical

session.

C. 2

D. 1, 2

Lab Book Following a

standardized

format that is

assessed twice

during the term

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Week 7,

16

5%

A. 1, 2

B. 1

Ethics &

Follow-Up

Submission

Forms

Standardized

forms and

proposal

formats that are

prepared,

revised and

submitted

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Week 7&8 5%

C. 1, 2,

D.3

Presentation

Session

Assessed by

three different

evaluators, two

of which are

external

examiners

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Week

17&18

15%

A. 1, 2,

B. 1, 2,

D.1

Thesis

Submission

Rubric, Written

Report

Letter

Grade

Summative Week

16&17

50%



1. Notes Handouts of RS400

2. Course Textbook http://e-learning.msa.edu.eg


Books Topic Related Literature

4. Suggested



5. Useful Websites http://www.ldeo.columbia.edu/~martins/sen_sem/thesis_org.html

http://www.unl.edu/gradstudies/current/degrees/guidelines

http://aec.ifas.ufl.edu/media/aecifasufledu/formsdocs/undergraduate/AEC-

UG-Thesis-Guidelines-20112.pdf

11. Banner Data


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http://aec.ifas.ufl.edu/media/aecifasufledu/formsdocs/undergraduate/AEC-UG-Thesis-Guidelines-20112.pdf



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Effective Start Date Before first day of classes





Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data




Tutorials 0 0%

Practical Sessions 5 71.4


Total 7 100%




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1. Course Data





Course Code: RS_401

Course Title Research Project


Course Level: 3 4 5 6 √ 7 Year/Sem: Year

4/Sem 2



Pre-requisite/s RS_400

2. Aims/Objectives:

The course aims to enable students to undertake a research project in an area of biotechnology, ensuring

the development of laboratory skills, and the necessary independence in the design, and execution of

experiments. This is in addition to demonstrating their ability to present, interpret and discuss research

results. The first goal of the course is to help students understand the nature of the research process. The

second goal of the course is to help students learn how to confidently and systematically complete their

thesis project. This is principally meant to be a hands-on and interactive course rather than a reading and

lecture course.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. Techniques applicable to completing research studies.

2. Selecting new topics through execution of investigative research

experiments.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Analyze the results of a new search and interpret the appropriate results

into a research project or manuscript to be presented

2. Design appropriate experimental or data collection techniques.

C. Professional

Skills

1. Criticize and assess research results and the work of others i.e. published

material.

1 5 1 Independent

study:


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2. Produce a detailed and structured report on the project.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate searching, writing and problem-solving skills. 2. Communicate effectively in oral or written form.

3. Manage time, tasks and resources effectively.

4. Indicative Content: ILOs

Email Students welcoming them to the Research Projects and

Sending in the host Places and their capacity, along with the

specified due date and time for receiving requests, with three

options.

C.1, D.2

Email Students with their placements in addition to their

supervisor’s contact details, instructions for conduct, publication

requirements, and progression, and their meeting with the Dean and

Ethics Committee.

C.1, D.2

Informing the students about the grading system, evaluation, course

materials and course resources, Outline for Proposal, Risk

Assessment; Email Students with the due date of sending in their

topics before their meeting

A.1, A.2, C.1, D.2

Supervision is arranged to ensure that the student progresses at an

appropriate pace through his/her project and also draws upon his/her

own initiative and store of relevant knowledge, Distribute

Handbook, Receipt.

A.1, B.1, B.2, A.2

Meetings with Supervisors recorded within the record of Meetings A.1

Outline for choosing a topic and gathering information about that

topic.

B.1, B.2

Guidelines to reading research articles and papers; Guidelines for

Experimental Designs and the scientific Method.

B.1, B.2

Follow Up at least once every two weeks to discuss progression of

students

C.1, C.2

Send Email with Due Dates For: Turnitin Submission; Thesis

Submission; Presentation Submission; Photos and statements about

their host places

C.1, C.2, D.1, D.2

Assessments and Activities D.1, C.1


Week Content Practical Content

1

Informing the students about the grading


course resources, Outline for Proposal,

Risk Assessment; Email Students with the

due date of sending in their topics before


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their meeting.

2&3



through his/her project and also draws

upon his/her own initiative and store of

relevant knowledge, Distribute Handbook,

Receipt

Meeting with External Supervisor to arrange for

practical sessions.

4&5 Meetings with Supervisors recorded within




7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9






10






11






12






13



Submission on Final Draft & Portfolios




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14&15






16 FINAL EXAMS

16,

17, or 18


external examiners


external examiners



A.1 Guided Independent Study, interactive learning

A.2 Presentation, interactive learning, videos, Hand out/ Practical Lab

B.1 Active learning/ Guided Independent Study

B.2 Active learning/ Hand out/ Practical Lab


C.2 Hand out /Practical Lab/ Active learning/ Presentation

D.1 Active learning, Rehearsals and discussions with Instructors

D.2 Active learning and discussions with Instructors

D.3 Active learning and Rehearsals


- Students with any physical challenges which make their participation in practical activities

difficult are helped by a TA or a technician. In such cases the Hosting institute is usually within

the well-equipped faculty; which can accommodate any physical challenges.

- Students with difficulty preparing or presenting their work are helped by T.As.


-Lecture rooms with data show and chairs or tables for students with physical challenges are

required during scheduled sessions or final presentations.


- Well-equipped computer labs and trained technicians, appropriate lab facilities.

-Classrooms for tutorials with appropriate internet connection.


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CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A. 1, 2

B. 1

Lab

Performance

A form that is

filled by the

external

supervisor who

oversaw the

practical

session.

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Weekly till

final

submission

25%

C. 2

D. 1, 2

Lab Book Following a

standardized

format that is

assessed twice

during the term

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Week 7,

16

5%

A. 1, 2

B. 1

Ethics &

Follow-Up

Submission

Forms

Standardized

forms and

proposal

formats that are

prepared,

revised and

submitted

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Week 7&8 5%

C. 1, 2,

D.3

Presentation

Session

Assessed by

three different

evaluators, two

of which are

external

examiners

Letter

Grade

Summative

with

Feedback

Week

17&18

15%

A. 1, 2,

B. 1, 2,

D.1

Thesis

Submission

Rubric, Written

Report

Letter

Grade

Summative Week

16&17

50%



A. Notes Handouts of RS400

B. Course Textbook http://e-learning.msa.edu.eg

C. Suggested

Reference Books Topic Related Literature

D. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals




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E. Useful Websites http://www.ldeo.columbia.edu/~martins/sen_sem/thesis_org.html


http://aec.ifas.ufl.edu/media/aecifasufledu/formsdocs/undergraduate/AEC-

UG-Thesis-Guidelines-20112.pdf

11. Banner Data







Effective Start Date Before first day of classes





Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data




Tutorials 0 0%

Practical Sessions 5 71.4


Total 7 100%

Course Instructor: Prof. Ayman Diab


http://www.ldeo.columbia.edu/~martins/sen_sem/thesis_org.html





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ELECTIVE COURSES


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BT310, HOST PLANT RESISTANT, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme Code(s) BSc.Hons. Biotechnology (P11493)




Course Code: BT304

Course Title Food Biotechnology

Course Leader Dr. Mohamed Maged

Course Level: 3 4 5 6 √ 7 Year3 or 4 /sem1 or 2



Pre-requisite/s MB102, BT203

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to develop deeper understanding of next wave of biotechnology crops, involving

improvements in food quality and safety and how to provide consumers with foods designed specifically

to be healthier and more nutritious. To introduce many ways of how to improve the processing of raw

materials into final products: natural flavors and colors; and new production aids, such as enzymes and

emulsifiers. To understand the factors that will improve the quality, nutritional value and safety of the

crop plants and animal products; that are the basis of the food industry. To emphasize the value of

economic impact of commercial-scale production of the natural and highly marketable biotechnological

products.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1- The structure and function of microbes and their relevance in

production of useful fermentation products.

2- The fundamental and applied research across food processing

categories (dairy, sea food, bakery, vegetables groups…etc).

3- The food industry processes and regulations.

B. Cognitive Skills 1- Employ and assess quality control scheme(s) in production of

food biotech products

2- Develop enhanced and acceptable food products.

C. Professional 1- Design a laboratory process to improve raw materials.

3 2 Independent

study:


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Skills 2- Utilize industrial standards in improving food fermenters.

3- Differentiate among the types of food additives and processing

aids.

4- Operate economically and environmentally sustainable food.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1- Conduct basic and applied research that provides fundamental

knowledge about food systems.

2- Address the needs of the food technology profession and our

industry stakeholders.

3- Generate economically and environmentally sustainable food

processing as the result of research and education.



Introduction to food biotechnology.

D1, D2 Identification of the

nutrition values in different

food products

D1

Health and nutritional benefits. A3, B2 The fundamental chemical

properties and reactions of

foods.

C2

Improving the Raw Materials. C1 Different types of raw food

materials

C2

Safety of the Raw Materials. A2,

A3, C2

Tips on the raw materials safety C4

Improving Food Fermenters. A3, C2, Identification of different types

of fermenters

C2

Product Quality. B1, D2 Classification of microbes that

are used in food processing

A1, C4

Food processing and quality B1, C4,

D3

Classification of additives and

enhancers.

A2,

B2,C3,

D2

Food Additives and Processing Aids. B2, C3 Standards of products quality

(national and international)

A3, D3

Food Safety Testing. A3,

D3,

analytical techniques associated

with food industry

B2,C4


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1st week - Introduction to the course materials - Introduction to course material

2nd week - The nutrition values of different food

varieties and what is expected to be

added by biotechnology.

- Identification of the important

microorganisms in foods, and the

conditions under which they grow to

control spoilage and maintain the safety of

foods.

3rd week - The chemical, biochemical,

microbiological, engineering and

sensory analysis principles to

develop foods that are safe,

nutritious, and flavorful.

- * Assignment 1

- Analytical techniques associated with food

to be able to select the appropriate method

when presented with a practical problem.

- * Report 1

4th week - The major chemical reactions that

limit shelf life and how to control

and modify the chemical and

physical properties of food.

- Introduce traditional and new types of

packaging materials, closures, and delivery

systems.

5th week - The relationship of chemical markers

and key chemical compounds that

relate flavor and color attributes to

thermal processing, oxidative

changes, and product quality.

- Design, collect, and analyze experimental

data to compare competitive products to

assure quality and to track food appearance,

flavor and textural changes over shelf life

6th week - Revision - Revision and midterm quiz

7th & 8th

week MIDTERM EXAMS

9th week - The material and energy balances in

food processing systems, unit

operations in food processing.

- Chosen case study to be simulated

performed and discussed (teamwork).

10th week - Human sensory systems, and the - Distinguish between different types of food


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inherent variability in human

perception and judgment.

additives and processing aids

11th week - The principles of Hazard Analysis of

Critical Control Points (HACCP) to

ensure safe processing of these and

other foods.

- Write technical reports and make

formal and informal presentations,

communicating scientific knowledge to

both a technical and non-technical

audience.

12th week - The principles behind analytical

techniques associated with food to

- be selected

- * Assignment 2

- Revision checking the portfolio

- *Report 2

13th week - The governmental regulations

governing the manufacture and sale

of food products.

- Revision

14th week - Revision

- portfolio submission

- Practical Exams



**Each student should submit a lab reports on time.



A.1 Lecture

A2 Lecture

B.1 Lecture and Hands out/ Practical Lab

B2 Lecture and Hands out / Practical Lab

C.1 Hands out / Practical Lab

C.2 Hands out / Practical Lab/ field trip

C.3 Hands out / Practical Lab

C.4 Hands out / Practical Lab / field trip

C.5 Hands out / Practical Lab / field trip

D.1 Presenting selected topics/ projects


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D.2 Presenting selected topics/ projects / field trip


- Students with poor self-esteem are continuously encouraged and a positive feedback on their progress is



information clearly and deal with their discomfort and Active learning/ Moodle could be of great for those

students.

- Students any physical disability or transient cases which make their participation in practical activities

difficult will be helped by a TAs or a technician.

- Students with poor computer skills or difficulty preparing or presenting their work will be assured and



- Lecture rooms with data show and chairs or tables for students with difficulty.

- Trained TAs and Technicians to help students with physical disability. Virtual labs are available for

some units to help those students



CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1 Assignment Reflection /

reporting

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 7.5%

midterm Short Notes/ Essay

questions

Marks Week 7 20%

A.2 Assignment Short Notes/ Essay

questions

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

12

7.5%

B.1 Lab report Perform

experiment,

analyze results and

write a lab report

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3

2.5%

B.2 Mid-term Write on selected

topic

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

11

20%

C.1 Lab

midterm

quiz

Identifications and

comparisons

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%

Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes, Essay

questions,

experimental

letters Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

2.5%


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procedures.

C.2 Final

practical

exam

Short Notes, Essay

questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Letter

Grading

Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

2.5%

C.3 Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes, Essay

questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Letter

Grading

Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%

C.4 Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes, Essay

questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Letter

Grading

Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%

D1 project Rubric Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%

A1,A2B1,B2,

D2

Final

Exam:

Essay Questions,

case study,

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

Summative

with

feedback

Week

16

40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Shetty, K. Food Biotechnology. Taylor & Francis. Latest Edition

3. Suggested

Reference Books

Food Biotechnology: A Communicator’s Guide to Improving

Understanding. International Food Information Council Foundation

3rd edition.

http://www.foodinsight.org/sites/default/files/Biotech-Comms-

Guide_2013.pdf

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

- Food Science and Biotechnology

- Journal of Food Biotechnology Researc

- Journal of Bioprocessing & Biotechniques

- Journal of Food & Industrial Microbiology

- Journal of Nutrition & Food Sciences

5. Useful Websites https://www.FAO.org

http://www.FDA.gov

http://www.foodinsight.org/sites/default/files/Biotech-Comms-Guide_2013.pdf

http://www.foodinsight.org/sites/default/files/Biotech-Comms-Guide_2013.pdf

https://www.fao.org/

http://www.fda.gov/


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https://www.biomedcentral.com/collections/food-biotech

http://www.eufic.org/en/food-production/article/modern-biotechnology-in-

food-what-is-food-biotechnology

https://www.thebalance.com/food-biotechnology-375627

11. Banner Data


Replacement for existing course? Yes No √




Transfer students to new course? Yes √ No


Term of Delivery Fall / Spring




Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Mohamed Maged


https://www.biomedcentral.com/collections/food-biotech

http://www.eufic.org/en/food-production/article/modern-biotechnology-in-food-what-is-food-biotechnology

http://www.eufic.org/en/food-production/article/modern-biotechnology-in-food-what-is-food-biotechnology

https://www.thebalance.com/food-biotechnology-375627


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1. Course Data

Programme Code(s) BSc.Hons. Biotechnology (P11493)




Course Code: BT310

Course Title Host Plant Resistance

Course Leader Dr.Osama Saad

Course Level: 3 4 5 √ 6 7 Year3 or 4 /sem1 or 2



Pre-requisite/s MB102, GEN201

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to provide origins of agriculture and crops evaluation. To develop deeper

understanding about plant – arthropod/pathogen interactions. The course explains the knowledge about

plant breeding programs and germplasm collections. Moreover, the course will highlight the use of the

molecular pathology of some common plant diseases and how to formulate molecular breeding programs

of treatment of plant diseases and pest resistant.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. The distinguished origins of agriculture and crops and their evolution.

2- Host plant resistance in economic crops.

B. Cognitive Skills 1- Apply biotechnology techniques to track the interaction between plant and

pathogens and pests.

2- Modify the plants genetically to produce resistant crops using different plant

transformation strategies.

C. Professional

Skills

1- Manipulate molecular crop breeding programs against pests and pathogens.

2- Differentiate among insect, bacterial, fungal and viral diseases.

3- Utilize the principles of molecular biology and tissue culture techniques

tools to overcome pathogens and pest resistant.

4- Articulate the concepts of reverse genetics, genetic and physical makers,

mapping, and plant genome analysis to produce transgenic plants.

3 2 Independent

study:


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5- Evaluate the HPR (Host Plant Resistance) programmes comparing to the

IPM (Integrated Pest Management) programmes.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1- Appraise the crop genome sequencing initiatives and analysis of the

published information regarding model plants genome sequencing.

2- Manage a consortium to develop variable germplasm banks (nationally and

internationally).



1. Origin of agriculture and crop

evolution.

A1 1. Identification for plant

bacterial diseases symptoms

A1

2. Basics of plant breeding and using of

biotechnology tools in plant tolerance

and resistance.

A2, C1 2. Identification for plant viral

and fungal diseases

symptoms

C1, C2

3. Plant diseases symptoms and the

plant pathogen interaction

C2 3. Arthropods taxonomy C2

4. Arthropod – plant interaction.

A1, C2 4. Conventional plant

breeding programmes

(overview)

A2, C3,

C4

5. Molecular breeding for disease and

nematode resistance in important

crops

A2, C3,

C4

5. Molecular plant breeding

programmes (overview)

C3, C4

6. GM plants production to improve the

crop quantity and quality.

A2, B2,

C3

6. Evaluation of transgenic

plants (post

transformation processes

and analysis)

B2, C3

7. Some case studies detailing the

molecular breeding for some

common crops diseases.

B2, C5,

D1

7. Case studies in field trips C2, C3

8. Introducing germplasm banks D2 8. Visiting to the national

germplasm bank

C5



1st week - Introduction to the course materials - Introduction to course material


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2nd

week

- Origin of agriculture and crop

evolution.

- Identification for plant bacterial diseases

symptoms (Virtual / Live Specimens)

3rd

week

- Basics of plant breeding and using of

biotechnology tools in plant

tolerance and resistance.

- * Assignment 1

- Identification for plant viral and fungal

diseases symptoms (Virtual / Live Specimens)

- Report 1

4th

week

- Plant pathogen interactions and plant

insects’ interactions

- Insects classifications and life cycles

5th

week

- Plant resistance levels and strategies - Field trip (plant pathology institute)

6th

week

- Revision - Midterm quiz

7th &

8th

week

MIDTERM EXAMS

9th

week

- Insects taxonomy and their economic

value (benefits and harmful)

- Plant breeding simulation (different

programmes) 1/2

10th

week

- Plant transformation strategies and

the ethical concept about the GMOs

- Plant breeding simulation (different

programmes) 2/2

11th

week

- Germplasm banks construction,

characterizations, and importance

- Field trip (National germplasm bank)

12th

week

- Case studies of IPM systems

compared to HPR ones.

- * Assignment 2

- Revision checking the portfolio

- Report 2

13th

week

- Debating about the GMOs and

their roles in crops qualities and

yield.

- Revision

14th

week

- Revision

- portfolio submission

- Practical Exams


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15th

week

FINAL TERM EXAMS


**Each student should submit reports on time.



A.1 Lecture

A2 Lecture

B.1 Lecture and Hand out/ Practical Lab

B2 Lecture and Hand out/ Practical Lab


C.2 Hand out/ Practical Lab/ field trip


C.4 Hand out/ Practical Lab / field trip

C.5 Hand out/ Practical Lab / field trip

D.1 Presenting selected topics/ projects

D.2 Presenting selected topics/ projects / field trip


- Students with poor self-esteem are continuously encouraged and a positive feedback on their progress is



information clearly and deal with their discomfort and Active learning/ Moodle could be of great for those

students.

- Students any physical disability or transient cases which make their participation in practical activities

difficult will be helped by a TAs or a technician.

- Students with poor computer skills or difficulty preparing or presenting their work will be assured and



- Lecture rooms with data show and chairs or tables for students with difficulty.

- Trained TAs and Technicians to help students with physical disability. Virtual labs are available for

some units to help those students



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CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1 Assignment Reflection /

reporting

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 7.5%

midterm Short Notes/

Essay questions

Marks Week 7 20%

A.2 Assignment Short Notes/

Essay questions

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 12 7.5%

B.1 Lab report Perform

experiment,

analyze results

and write a lab

report

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3

2.5%

B.2 Mid-term Write on selected

topic

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 11 20%

C.1 Lab

midterm

quiz

Identifications

and comparisons

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%

Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay questions,

experimental

procedures.

letters Summative

with

feedback

Week 14 2.5%

C.2 Final

practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Letter

Grading

Summative

with

feedback

Week 14 2.5%

C.3 Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Letter

Grading

Summative

with

feedback

Week 14 5%

C.4 Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Letter

Grading

Summative

with

feedback

Week 14 5%


with

feedback

Week 14 5%


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A1,A2B1,B2,

D2

Final

Exam:

Essay Questions,

case study,

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

Summative

with

feedback

Week 16 40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Panda, N. Host Plant Resistance to Insects. CABI. Latest Edition

3. Suggested

Reference Books

tout M., Davis J. (2009) Keys to the Increased Use of Host Plant

Resistance in Integrated Pest Management. In: Peshin R., Dhawan A.K.

(eds) Integrated Pest Management: Innovation-Development Process.

Springer, Dordrecht

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

- Crop Sciences

- Molecular breeding

- Molecular plant pathology

- Journal of Integrated Pest Management

5. Useful Websites

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/

http://www.eagri.org/eagri50/ENTO232/lec16.pdf

https://www.ars.usda.gov/midwest-area/west-lafayette-in/crop-production-

and-pest-control-research/docs/host-plant-resistance-to-insects-laboratory/

http://www.fao.org/agriculture/crops/thematic-sitemap/theme/pests/ipm/en/

11. Banner Data






Transfer students to new course? Yes √ No

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/

http://www.eagri.org/eagri50/ENTO232/lec16.pdf

https://www.ars.usda.gov/midwest-area/west-lafayette-in/crop-production-and-pest-control-research/docs/host-plant-resistance-to-insects-laboratory/

https://www.ars.usda.gov/midwest-area/west-lafayette-in/crop-production-and-pest-control-research/docs/host-plant-resistance-to-insects-laboratory/

http://www.fao.org/agriculture/crops/thematic-sitemap/theme/pests/ipm/en/


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Term of Delivery Fall / Spring




Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%




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BT311, BIOREMEDIATION, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data




Course Code: BT311

Course Title Bioremediation

Course Leader Dr. Ali Diab




Pre-requisite/s BT306

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to give the ability to the students for recognition of the basics of

Bioremediation as the applications of living organisms (e.g. plants and microorganisms) to

remediate contaminated soils and waters .moreover for degradation toxic compounds to less

toxic or non-toxic compounds such as plants can uptake or immobilize toxic contaminants to

prevent pollutants from entering non-contaminated areas. The course allow the students to have

an overview of the bioremediation process; the typical bioremediation strategies for

contaminated environment; the applications of bioremediation technologies; the factors that

influence the bioremediation rates; and success cases in the application of bioremediation

technology to contaminated sites.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


2 4 Independent

study:


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1. Identify the pollutants that are of greatest concern and describe

the principles of various physical and chemical remediation

technologies and relate selection of these technologies to the

properties of contaminants.

2. Determine the requirements for site characterization, Explain the

relevance to selection of appropriate remediation strategies, and

determine when bioremediation is an appropriate technology and

its advantages and limitations.

3. Describe the interactions between contaminants, soil, and

presence of a NAPL phase, water and microorganisms and

explain how these impact the fate of the contaminant and its

bioavailability for biodegradation.

4. Explain the application of cultivable and non-cultivable

techniques for bioassessment and biotreatability studies.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Apply bioremediation in the field

2. Demonstration the limitations to bioremediation

3. Use of microbial inoculants for bioremediation

4. Assess the potential and success for bioremediation

C. Professional Skills 1. Develop experience of current scientific methodologies

appropriate to scientific researches

2. Assess some experiments used in microbial environmental

applications

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate their skills on the E – Learning.





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1. Process of bioremediation A1 , A2 1. General Introduction about

the labs & Lab Safety

Rules

A1,A2,A3,A4,B1,

B2,B3&B4

2. Hazardous pollutants A1 , A2 2. Important terms of the

course & memory

refreshing about the

microbiological

techniques.

B1, C1, D1

3. Methods of Wastewater

treatment

A1 A,2 3. Analysis of different

contaminated water

samples

B2 & B3, C2,

4. Bioremediation of

wastewater

A1 A,2 4. Biosurfactant detection &

isolation

B2 , B3, C1


contaminated soil

A1 ,A 2 ,

A3

5. Determine the

Biosurfactant activities

B2,B3,C1& C2

6. in situ bioremediation of

soil

A2 ,A3,

A4

6. Estimation the oil

concentration in

contaminated soil samples.

B2,B3,C1& C2

7. Ex situ bioremediation of

soil

A2, A 3 ,

A4

7. Petroleum hydrocarbon

fractionation using

coloumns.

B4, C1,C2

8. Treatment of common

contaminants

A2, A3 ,

A4

8. Studying the effect of

nutrients to the microbial

activities for contamination

treatments.

B2,B3,C1& C2




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1 Process of bioremediation General Introduction about the labs &

Lab Safety Rules

2

Hazardous pollutants Important terms of the course & memory

refreshing about the microbiological

techniques.

*Assignment 1P

3

Methods of Wastewater treatment

Assignment 1T “Due date week 6”

❖ Quiz 1T

Analysis of different contaminated water

samples

4 Bioremediation of wastewater Biosurfactant detection & isolation

5

Bioremediation of contaminated

soil

❖ Quiz 2T

Determine the Biosurfactant activities

6

in situ bioremediation of soil

❖ Submission of Assignment

1T on turnitin

Estimation the oil concentration in

contaminated soil samples.

❖ Quiz 2

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Ex situ bioremediation of soil Petroleum hydrocarbon fractionation

using coloumns.

*Assignment 2

10

Treatment of common

contaminants


Studying the effect of nutrients to the

microbial activities for contamination

treatments.


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Quiz 3T

11

Bioremediation in practice

❖ Submission of Assignment

2T on turnitin

Discussion all pervious assignments &

Model answers of the Quizzes

12 Discussion all pervious assignments

& Model answers of the Quizzes

• Portfolio submission

• Final lab exam

13 Revision

14 FINAL TERM EXAMS





A (1,2,3,4) Flipped class room, Power point Presentations, Assignments, Open


quizzes

B (1,2,3,4) Power point Presentations , Practical experiments , assimilation videos, self


C(1,2) Turnitin Assignments & Practical (Lab) Working

D (1,2) Moodle and Practical (Lab) Working





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great help for those students. Students with any physical disability or transient cases which make

their participation in practical activities difficult will be helped by a teaching assistant or a

technician.



Autoclave

Culturing hood


cultural media

Contaminated soil & water samples with oil.



Microphone



CILOs Assessmen

t Method/s

Assessment

Tool

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Mar

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5%


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Marks NA Summative

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Week

5

2.5%

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Moodle

Marks NA Summative

with

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Week

11

2.5%


1T (Essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

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Week

6

2.5%


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C1,C2 Assignment

2T (Essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

11

2.5%

Assignment

1P

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

With

feedback

Week

2

2.5%

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questions

Marks

NA Summative

with

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Week

6

2.5%

A1,A2,A4&B

1

Midterm

Exam

Essay

Questions

Marks NA Summative

with

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Week

7/8

20%

A1,B1,B2,

C1,C2

Quiz 2P T/F

Questions

with

justification

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

16

2.5%

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2P (essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

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9

2.5%

B1,B2,B3 Practical

Exam

Essay

Questions

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Experiment

s

Marks NA Summative

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Week

13

15%


Questions

Letter

Grading


14

40%

Total 100%




2. Course On the- Moodle e-learning


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Textbook

3. Suggested

Reference

Books

1. R. D. Norris, R. E. Hinchee, R. Brown, P. L. McCarty, L. Semprini, J.

T. Wilson, D. H. Kampbell, M. Reinhard, E. J. Bouwer, P. C. Borden,

T. M. Vogel, J. M. Thomas, C. H. Ward. Handbook of

Bioremediation. Lewis, Boca Raton, FL (1993).

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

1. T. Cairney. Contaminated Land, p. 4, Blackie, London (1993).

2. R. B. King, G. M. Long, J. K. Sheldon. Practical

Environmental Bioremediation: The Field Guide, 2nd ed.,

Lewis, Boca Raton, FL (1997).

3. National Research Council. In Situ Bioremediation: When

Does It Work?, National Academy Press, Washington, DC

(1993).

5. Useful

Websites

http://www.bioversio.lt/en/products/oil-contamination-

treatment/?gclid=CjsKDwjw5arMBRDz9cK2uen9ORIkAAqmJezpRhez5

http://ei.cornell.edu/biodeg/bioremed/

11. Banner Data

Course Status Core Option

√





Transfer students to new course? Yes No √


http://www.bioversio.lt/en/products/oil-contamination-treatment/?gclid=CjsKDwjw5arMBRDz9cK2uen9ORIkAAqmJezpRhez5

http://www.bioversio.lt/en/products/oil-contamination-treatment/?gclid=CjsKDwjw5arMBRDz9cK2uen9ORIkAAqmJezpRhez5

http://ei.cornell.edu/biodeg/bioremed/


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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 1 25%


Total 4 100%

Course Instructor: Prof. Ali Diab



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BT306, ENVIRONMENTAL BIOTECHNOLOGY 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data




Course Code: BT306

Course Title Environmental for Biotechnology

Course Leader Dr. Ali Diab




Pre-requisite/s MB102

2. Aims/Objectives:

The main aim of the Environmental course is to introduce the students to the applications of

biotechnology in management of environmental problems. It aims to increase the students’

awareness about the principles of biotechnology for enhanced plant production, pollution

control, and bioremediation of toxicants and treatment of domestic and industrial wastes.

Furthermore, this course provides the students with skills to identify different soil, water and air

micro flora and to understand mining microbiology.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. Describe and explain the impact of pollution on the environment

and how it affects the world’s renewable sources of energy.

2. Discuss the importance of environmental biotechnology in the

2 4 Independent

study:


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field of agriculture by understanding the role of bioinsecticides,

biofungicides, and biofertilizers.

3. Discover the different preparation methods and applications of

biofuel.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Doing Isolation and culturing different microorganisms used in

different waste treatment processes.

2. Design an experiment to apply the principle of bioremediation.

3. Explore the problems associated with sulphur oxidation and

sulphur producing bacteria.

4. Critically analyse the impact of methane and other greenhouse

gases on the ozone

C. Professional

Skills

1. Develop experience of current scientific methodologies

appropriate to scientific researches

2. Compare and contrast between bioremediation and

phytoremedation and Illustrate their role in removing inorganic

pollutants such as heavy metals.

D. General and

Communication

Skills

1. Demonstrate their skills on the E – Learning and getting

familiar to use it.




1. Introduction to the course

materials and the field of

Environmental

Biotechnology

A1 ,

A2


about the Environmental

Biotechnology laboratory

and lab safety rules

A1,A2,A3,B1,B2,B3&B4

2. Pollution and the

environment

A1 ,

A2

2. Recap on the aseptic

technique and different

bacterial culturing

B1, C1, D1


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methods

3. The microbial population

of soil

A1

A,2

3. Studying rhizosphere

microorganisms

B2 & B3, C2,

4. Biogeochemical Cycles A1

A,2

4. Exploring the role of

rhizosphere

microorganisms in

nitrogen fixation

B2 , B3, C1

5. Mining Microbiology A1

,A 2

,A3&

B4

5. Microbial Oxidation of

metal sulfides

B2,B3,C1& C2


Hydrocarbon-

Contaminated Sites

A2

,A3

6. Antibiotic producing

microorganisms

B2,B3,C1, C2 &D2

7. Petroleum Hydrocarbon

Composition and

Biodegradation

A2,

A 3

7. Designing different

bioremediation strategies

B4,C1,C2&D2

8. Biosurfactants A2,

A3

8. Detection of active

biosurfactants

B2,B3,C1& C2



1

Introduction to the course materials and

grade distribution Introduction to

Environmental Biotechnology

Introduction to the laboratory work:

❖ Coursework breakdown

❖ Course curriculum

❖ How to write a lab report**


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2

Pollution and the Environment:

- Recognizing the sources of pollutants

-Comparing and contrasting the effect of

different pollutants on the environment

Microbial Culturing methods:

- Comparing between pour-plate and streak

plate culturing method

❖ Assignment 1P

3

The Microbial Population of Soil:

-Defining the biosphere and it’s different

components

-Identifying different microbial groups

present in the soil

❖ Assignment 1T

❖ Quiz 1T

Rhizosphere microorganisms:

- Exploring the rhizosphere zone in the

soil

- Comprehending the chemical nature of

that zone and why it attracts

microorganisms

4

The Microbial Population of Soil 2:

-Identifying different factors that affect the

microbial population

-Comparing between positive and negative

interactions between soil microorganisms

Rhizosphere microorganisms 2:

-Identifying different microorganisms that

live in the rhizoshpere zone

- Analyzing the role of rhizosphere

organisms in nitrogen fixation

5

Biogeochemical Cycles:

- Demonstrating the carbon and nitrogen

cycle

- Comprehending the role of

microorganisms in nitrogen fixation

- Identifying greenhouse gases and

analyzing their effect on the ozone

❖ Quiz 2T

Antibiotic Producing Microorganisms:

-Isolation of microorganisms from a soil

sample

-Examining the sensitivity of different

bacterial strains to different antibiotics by

measuring the inhibition zones

❖ Quiz 1P


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6

Mining Microbiology

- Critically discussing the process of

microbial oxidation of metal sulfides

- Analyzing the problems associated

with sulfur oxidation

- Comparing and contrasting the

microbial leaching of copper, uranium and

gold.

❖ Submission of Assignment 2T on

turnitin

Rhizosphere microorganisms 2:

- Analyzing different factors that

could affect the antibiotic production of

different bacterial strains.

❖ Assignment 2P

7 & 8 MIDTERM EXAMS

9

Mining Microbiology 2:

- Comprehending how acidmine drainage

is formed

- Hypothesizing how acidmine drainage

could be controlled

Microbial Oxidation:

- Detecting the problems associated with

sulfur oxidation

-Planning an experiment to understand the

mechanism of oxidation of metal sulfides

via microorganisms

10

Bioremediation of Hydrocarbon

Contaminated sites:

-Classifying environmental contaminants

(heavy metals, radionuclides, organic and

inorganic compounds)

- Comparing different

bioremediation techniques such as

biodegradation, biotransformation, etc..

Bioremediation:

- Aerobic and anaerobic degradation of

organic pollutants

❖ Quiz 2P

11 Bioremediation of Hydrocarbon Bioremediation:


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Contaminated sites 2:

-Exploring factors that affect

bioremediation

- Creating the most suitable strategy to

treat different contaminated sites

- Use of plants for removal of organic and

metallic pollutants (phytoremediation)

12

Biosurfactants:

- Classifying biosurfactants according to

their origin

- Analysing the different properties of

biosurfactants

- Evaluating the different applications of

biosurfactants

❖ Quiz 3T

Biosurfactants:

- Detection of active biosurfactants

produced by different bacterial strains by

the oil displacement method and the plug

method

13

Petroleum Hydrocarbon Composition

and Biodegradation:

- Comparing and contrasting the chemical

structure of different fractions of

petroleum oil

-Implementing the concept of

biodegradation on n-alkanes and cyclic

alkanes

❖ Revision

14

❖ Revision

❖ Submission of Assignment 2 on

turnitin

❖ Practical Exams

❖ Portfolio submission

15 FINAL TERM EXAMS




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quizzes

B (1,2,3,4) Power point Presentations , Practical experiments , assimilation videos, self


C(1,2) Turnitin Assignments & Practical (Lab) Working

D (1,2) Moodle and Practical (Lab) Working






practical activities difficult will be helped by a teaching assistant or a technician.



Autoclave

Culturing hood


cultural media

Contaminated soil samples with oil



Microphone



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CILOs Assessmen

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Assessment

Tool

Gradin

g Mode

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Mar

k

Assessmen

t Type

Timin

g

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A.1,2 Quiz 1 T

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Marks

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Questions

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 5 2.5%

A.1,2,3,4&D

2

Quiz 3 T MCQs /

Moodle

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

11

2.5%


1T (Essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 6

2.5%

C1,C2 Assignment

2T (Essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

11

2.5%

Assignment

1P

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

With

feedback

Week 2 2.5%

B2,B3 Quiz 1P Essay

questions

Marks

NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 6

2.5%

A1,A2,B1 Midterm

Exam

Essay

Questions

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

7/8

20%

A1,B1,B2,

C1,C2

Quiz 2P T/F

Questions

with

justification

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week

16

2.5%

A3,C1&B4 Assignment

2P (essay)

Turnitin

with

feedback

Marks NA Summative

with

Feedback

Week 9 2.5%

B1,B2,B3 Practical Essay Marks NA Summative Week 15%


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&B4 Exam Questions

& Practical

Experiment

s

with

Feedback

13


Questions

Letter

Grading


15

40%

Total 100%






Books

NA


Journals

1. Khawaji A, Kutubkhanah I, Wie JM (2008) Advances in

seawater desalination technologies. Desalination 221:47-69.

2. Park R, Kim G, Shen L, Hong M, Navarro AE (2014) Batch

adsorption of heavy metals onto chai tea residues for the

bioremediation of contaminated solutions. Current Topics in

Biotechnol 8: 51-62.

3. Zarzar A, Hong M, Llanos B, Navarro AE (2015) Insights

into the eco-friendly adsorption of caffeine from

contaminated solutions by using hydrogel beads. J Environ

Anal Chem 2:4.

4. Japhe T, Paulsingh R, Ko K, Hong J, Navarro AE (2015) Bio-

removal of antibiotics by using biodegradable hydrogel beads

from aqueous solutions. J Environ Sci 1: 1-2.

5. Useful Websites https://www.nature.com/subjects/environmental-biotechnology

http://www.biotechonweb.com/environmental-

biotechnology.html

https://doi.org/10.4172/2380-2391.1000150

https://doi.org/10.4172/2380-2391.1000150

https://doi.org/10.4172/2380-2391.1000150

https://doi.org/10.4172/2380-2391.1000150

http://www.jacobspublishers.com/images/Envsci/J_J_Environ_Sci_1_1_002.pdf



https://www.nature.com/subjects/environmental-biotechnology

http://www.biotechonweb.com/environmental-biotechnology.html

http://www.biotechonweb.com/environmental-biotechnology.html


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11. Banner Data












Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 6 100%

Course Instructor: Prof. Ali Diab

Head of the Academic Department: Prof. Ali Diab


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BT312, DNA FORENSICS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course data:





Course code BT312

Course title DNA Forensics

Leader Dr. Amany Abdel Hakim

Level 3 4 5 ✓ 6 7 Year3 or 4 /sem1 or 2

Credit hours 4


Pre-requisites BT201

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to identify the principles of DNA technology and its applications on

forensic sciences, clarify the terminology and the mail techniques that are used in forensic and

analysis, and to familiarize students with molecular biological tools and techniques used to

perform DNA profiles.


Upon the completion of the course, the students will show knowledge and understanding

of:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:



1. The scope of forensic biology.

2. The usage of each equipment.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Apply the primary technique used in Forensic DNA

3 2 Independent

study:


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analysis

C. Professional Skills 1. Compile evidences from crime scene with required

precautions.

2. Propose the best technique for the investigation of the

crime.

D. General and





1. Post Mortem Changes A.1,

C.1 10. Introduction to forensics A.1

2. Wounds A.1,

C.1

11. Precaution of sample

collection and type of

samples

A.1, A.2

3. Autopsy

A.1,

A.2,

C.1

12. ABO Blood Grouping A.2, B.1

4. Asphyxia A.1,

C.1

13. RSID Blood Sample

Analysis A.2, B.1

5. Virginity and Sexual Offenses A.1,

C.1

14. Microscopic examination

of the lab B.1, C.1

6. How to Handle a Crime Scene

A.2,

B.1,

C.1,

D.1

15. RSID for Semen B.1, C.1

7. Biological Fluids C.1,

C.2 16. Crime Scene

A.2, C.1,

C.2, D.1

8. Serology and Forensics

B.1,

C.1,

C.2

9. DNA & Forensics

B.1,

C.1,

C.2

10. DNA profiling and short tandem

repeats

A.2,

B.1


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1st week Post Mortem Changes Introduction to forensics

2nd week Wounds

Precaution of sample collection and type of

samples

3rd week Autopsy

* Assignment.T1

ABO-Blood Grouping

4th week Asphyxia

* Quiz.T1

RSID Blood Sample Analysis

* Assignment.P1

5th week Virginity and Sexual Offenses

Microscopic Examination of the Lab

* Quiz.P1

6th week

How to handle a crime scene

Field trip to the Medical Forensic Authority

Group 1

7th & 8th

weeks

MID-TERM EXAMS

9th week Biological Fluids

* Assignment.T2

RSID for Semen

* Assignment.P2

10th week

Serology and Forensics

Field trip to the Medical Forensic Authority

Group 2

* Quiz.P2

11th week DNA & Forensics

* Quiz.T2

Crime Scene

12th week DNA profiling and short tandem

repeats

Field trip the Medical Forensic Authority

Group 3

13th week Revision Revision




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laboratory work.



• Virtual labs.




CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

A.1,

A.2,

C.1

Assignment.T1

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%

A.1,

C.1 Quiz.T1 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 4 5%

B.1, Assignment.P1 Solving a Marks Summative Week 4 2.5%








D.1 Providing the opportunity for students to work in groups during the practical

work and field trips


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C.1,

D.1

problem with

feedback

B.1,

C.1 Quiz.P1 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 5 2.5%

A.1,

A.2,

B.1,

C.1

Midterm exam

Essay

questions,

and MCQs


7,8 20%

C.1,

C.2 Assignment.T2

Solve a

problem Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 9 2.5%

A.2,

C.1,

C.2,

D.1

Assignment.P2 Solving a

problem Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 9 2.5%

A.2,

C.1,

C.2

Quiz.P2 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

10 2.5%

B.1,

C.1,

C.2


Summative

with

feedback

Week

11 5%

A.2,

B.1,

C.1,

C.2

Final Practical

Exam

Essay

questions,

cases,

practical


14 15%

A.1,

A.2,

B.1,

Final Exam

Essay

questions,

MCQ,

Letter


Week

14 40%


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C.1,

C.2

cases.

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Butler, J. M. (2005). Forensic DNA typing: biology, technology,

and genetics of STR markers. Academic Press.

3. Suggested

Reference Books

Rudin, N., & Inman, K. (2001). An introduction to forensic DNA

analysis (Vol. 3). CRC press.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Forensic Science International

Egyptian Journal of Forensic Science

5. Useful Websites European Network of Forensic Science Institute, (2017). Forensic

Guidlines. Retrieved from http://enfsi.eu/documents/forensic-

guidelines/

11. Banner Data






affected


http://enfsi.eu/documents/forensic-guidelines/

http://enfsi.eu/documents/forensic-guidelines/


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Term of Delivery Fall/Spring




Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data

Activity Contact

Hours





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 5 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Amany Abdel Hakim



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GEN304, PHARMACOGENOMICS, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)

BSc.Hons. Biotechnology (P11493)




Course Code: GEN304

Course Title Pharmacogenomics



Credit

Units/Hours:

4


Pre-requisite/s GEN201

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to outline the significance of pharmacogenomics as a rapidly growing

field of biotechnology and to shed the light on the impact of genetics as a tool for personalized

medicine. The course aims to highlight the role of genetic polymorphisms in either enhancing or

decreasing the effects of certain therapeutic drugs. This course also explains the importance of

bridging the gap between basic and applied research



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. The impact of genetic variation in affecting disease susceptibility

as well as drug response.

2. The importance of genomic technologies in drug discovery and

development.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Assess the database(s) that integrates the genotyping data with

drug response

2. Compare between the key concepts of pharmacokinetics and

pharmacodynamics of drugs.

3. Assess the influence of genomics as a tool used in personalized

2 4 Independent

study:


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medicine.

C. Professional

Skills 1. Utilize different predictive genetic tools for testing genetic

diseases and drug response.

2. Assess different examples on the difference of drug response

as a result of inter-ethnic difference.

D. General and

Communication

Skills


4. Indicative Contents


Introduction to Pharmacogenomics A.1,A.2 Historical Aspects of

Pharmacogenomics

A.1,A.2

Human Polymorphisms, frequencies,

significance and populations.

A.1,A.2 The human genome A.1,A.2

Basic Pharmacology. B.2 Drug control and

development

A.2

Informatics in PGX

C.1 Understanding the basics of

drug absorption, distribution,

metabolism and elimination.

B.2

Methods for genomic variation discovery

& genotyping.

C.1,C.2,

B.1

Drug receptors and biological

responses

B.2

Interethnic Differences in Drug Response

A.1,A.2 Pharmacokinetics C.1,C.2


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Compare Individual and Ethnic

Differences in Drug metabolism.

A.1,A.2,B.2 Technologies for the Analysis

of Single Nucleotide

Polymorphisms.

C.1,C.2,

B.1

Cancer pharmacogenomics and Pathways

of drug metabolism.

A.1,A.2 Positional Cloning and

disease gene identification.

C.1,C.2

Project D.1



1st week Informing students on the course

grading system, evaluation, course

materials and resources.


2nd week Introduction to

Pharmacogenomics

Historical Aspects of Pharmacogenomics

3rd week Human Polymorphisms,

frequencies, significance and

populations.

Quiz1T

Understanding of the human genome map

and relating genes to traits.

4th week Basics of pharmacology Concepts of pharmacogenomics: Basics of

developing and designing new medicines by

setting new therapeutic targets.

5th week Methods for genomic variation

discovery & genotyping. Concepts of pharmacokinetics


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6th week High throughput methods for

detection of genotyping

Assignment 1T

Quiz 1P

7th & 8th

week

MIDTERM EXAMS

9th week Informatics in PGX Technologies for the Analysis of Single

Nucleotide Polymorphisms.

10th week Interethnic Differences in

Drug Response

- Quiz 2T

Technical advances in molecular diagnostics

techniques

11th week - Compare Individual and

Ethnic Differences in Drug

metabolism..

Positional Cloning and disease gene

identification.

12th week Assignment 2T

Quiz 3T

Quiz 2P

13th week Cancer pharmacogenomics and

Pathways of drug metabolism.

Revision

14th week Revision portfolio submission

Practical Exams



**Each student should submit lab report each lab on the previous one.


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C.2 Hands out/ Practical Lab



-Students with some physical challenges are met occasionally to ensure that they receive the




practical activities difficult are helped by TAs or technicians







CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1 Quiz 1T Multiple choice,

short notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%


Essay questions Marks Week 7 5%

A.2 Quiz 2T

Multiple choice,

short notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

11

2.5%

Midterm Short Notes/ Essay

questions Marks Week 7 5%

B.1 Quiz 3T Multiple choice,

short notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

13

2.5%


Essay question 5%


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B.2 assignment Write on selected

topic Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

11

2.5%


Essay question

Marks Week 7 5%


with

feedback

Week 3 5%

Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay questions,

experimental

procedures.

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

7.5%

C.2 Quiz2P Short Notes Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

12

5%

Final

practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Marks Week

14

7.5%


with

feedback

Week

14

5%

A.1,A.2,

B.1,B.2

Final

Exam:

Essay Questions,

case study,

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

12 Summative

Week

16

40%

Total 100%



A. Notes Power point presentations prepared by lecturer

B. Course Textbook Licinio and M.-L. Wong, (2008). The Search for Individualized

Therapies: Wiley-VCH

C. Suggested

Reference Books

Russ B. Altman , David Flockhart, David B. Goldstein, (2012)

Principles of pharmacogenetics and pharmacogenomics, New York:

Cambridge university press

D. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

The pharmacogenomics journal

E. Useful Websites https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/

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BT309, MOLECULAR DRUG DESIGN, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)

BSc.Hons. Biotechnology




Course Code: BT309

Course Title Molecular drug design



Credit

Units/Hours:

4


Pre-requisite/s BT201, GEN303

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of the molecular drug design course is to increase the awareness of the students

regarding the importance of drug design and gene therapy as a rapidly growing field of

biotechnology. Moreover, this course highlights the importance of genomics, proteomics and

structural information for setting new targets as a step toward discovery of future lead drugs. This

course explains the whole process of drug design which includes, the criteria of choosing a

potential target, the evaluation of target structure and the key questions to consider in selecting

the method of drug discovery.



A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1- The novel strategies used in drug discovery and design.

2- The role of drug design in gene therapy and antiviral drug discovery.

B. Cognitive Skills 1- Distinguish between different criteria used for selecting an ideal drug

target.

2- Evaluate the potential of a molecule to be a promising therapeutic

chemical drug or gene therapy molecule.

C. Professional

Skills

1- Select the best computer aided method to be used in order to get

information about a pathway or a disease.

2 4 Independent

study:


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2- Utilize computer aided drug design method to analyze structure of a

drug.

D. General and

Communication

skills


4. Indicative Contents:


Modern methods of drug

discovery.

A.1 Concepts of Drug design. A.1

The use of screens in drug

discovery.

A.1,B.1 The sequential steps of drug

discovery process.

A.1

Modeling pathways, cells,

whole organs, and diseases.

B.1,B.2,C.1,C.2 Drug pharmacokinetics and

pharmacodynamics.

A.1,A.2,B.2

Database as a foundation for

systems biology.

B.1,B.2,C.1,C.2 The main goals of using gene

Expression omnibus.

C.1,C.2

Use of high-throughput data

in drug discovery.

A.1,A.2,C.1,C.2 How to analyze omnibus data

using GEO2R.

C.1,C.2

Use of chemo-informatics

for drug design. Different

encoding methods for

chemical structures.

Pubchem databases and its

applications.

A.2 Studying protein/protein

interaction using DIP data base.

C.1,C.2

Use of RNA molecules in

gene therapy

A.2 Differences between ligand and

structure based drug design.

A.1,C.1,C.2


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Different strategies in the

design of antiviral drugs.

A.2 How to design a pharmacophore

model.

A.1,C.1,C.2,D.1



1st week Informing students on the

course grading system,

evaluation, course materials

and resources.


2nd week Introduction to Drug

discovery and gene therapy.

Concepts of Drug design.

3rd week Understanding different

gene expression data base

(Example: omnibus).

Understanding sequential steps of drug

discovery process.

4th week Protein/protein interaction

database.

Quiz 1.

Drug pharmacokinetics and

pharmacodynamics.

5th week System biology database. Main goals of gene expression omnibus

(the students are trained practically how

to use gene expression data base).

6th week

Revision

Analyze the gene expression omnibus data

using GEO2R.

Quiz 1


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7th & 8th

week

MIDTERM EXAMS

9th week Chemo-informatics

database. Computer

representation of

molecules., Quiz 2

Studying protein/protein interaction using DIP

data base.

Assignment 1

10th week PubChem database Differences between ligand and structure

based drug design

11th week Understanding therapeutic

features of RNA (Aptamers,

ribozymes, siRNA and

immune-stimulating RNA.

How to design a pharmacophore model.

Assignment 2

12th week Strategies for antiviral drug

design (HIV as a case

study).

Chemical drugs based

approaches.

Quiz 2

13th week Strategies for antiviral drug

design (HIV as a case

study).

Gene therapy based

approaches.

Revision

14th week Revision Portfolio submission




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**Each student should submit lab report each lab on the previous one.



A.1 PPP/Interactive Learning/Learning Groups

/computer aided tools

A.2

PPP/Interactive Learning/Learning Groups

/computer aided tools

B.1

PPP/Interactive Learning/Learning Groups

/ computer aided tools

B.2 PPP/Interactive Learning/Learning Groups

/ computer aided tools

C.1

Computer aided tools

C.2 Computer aided tools



-Students with some physical challenges are met occasionally to ensure that they receive the











CILOs Assessmen

t Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight


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A.1 Quiz T Multiple

choice, short

notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%


Essay questions Marks Summative Week 7 5%

A.2 Quiz T

Multiple

choice, short

notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

11

2,5%


Essay questions Marks Summative Week 7 5%

B.1 Quiz T Multiple

choice, short

notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

13 2.5%


Essay

question

Summative

5%



with

feedback

Week

11

2.5%


Essay

question


C.1 Quiz P Short Notes Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 5%

Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

experimental

procedures.

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

7.5%


with

feedback

Week

12

5%

Final

practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

Experimental

procedures.

Marks Week

14

7.5%

D1 Project Rubric Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%

A.1,A.2,

B.1,B.2,

Final

Exam:

Essay

Questions,

case study,

Letter

Grading

12 Summative

Week

16

40%


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Diagrams.

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Gad, S. (2005). Drug discovery handbook , New jersey: John Wile

3. Suggested

Reference Books Thomas F. Kresina. (2001). An Introduction to Molecular Medicine

and Gene Therapy. USA: Wiley-Liss.

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Nature reviews drug discovery


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Total 5 100%




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MB303, ADVANCED IMMUNOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)





Course Code: MB303

Course Title Advanced Immunology

Course Leader Dr.Radwa Mekky


Credit

Units/Hours:

4


Pre-requisite/s MB201

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to highlight the impact of immunology in fighting pathogen and to

emphasize the interplay between the innate and adaptive immune system to clear viral and

bacterial infections. The course explains the details of the role of major histocompatibility

complex in transplantation immunology. The course highlights the immune response against

tumors and how the cancer cells evade the immune system. The course focuses on the utilization

of immunotherapy for fighting Tumor cells.


Upon completion of this course, students will be able to show knowledge and

understanding of :

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1- The innate and adaptive immune response to pathogens and tumor

cells, and autoimmune diseases.

2- The role of immune system in rejecting transplanted organs.

B. Cognitive Skills 1- Analyze how tumor cells evade the immune system.

2 4 Independent

study:


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2- Differentiate between different types of immunotherapy

3. Compare between different transfection methods.

C. Professional

Skills 1- Utilize Elisa to quantify the amount of antibodies in serum of patients.

2- Perform flow cytometry in order to detect the surface markers of

immune cell

3- Prepare immune cells cultures

D. General and

Communication

Skills




Interplay between innate and adaptive immune

system

A.1 Innate and adaptive immune

system. Cells and organs of

the immune system

A.1

Different subsets of lymphocytes and their

function in clearing pathogen.

A.1 Purification of antibodies and

Quantification of antibodies

using Elisa

C.1

Molecular structure of MHC class 1 and 2 A.1 Cell culture of immune cells C.3

Transplantation immunology A.2 Flow cytometry C.2

Tumor immunology A.1,

B.1

Manipulation of immune cells

using different transfection

methods

B.3

Immunotherapy B.1, ,

B.2

Tumor immunology ( Focus

on immune surveillance and

Tumor micro Environment)

A.1,

B.1

Autoimmune diseases A.1 Immuno-informatics B.2

Group project D.1


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5. Learning and Teaching activities


1st week - Introduction to the course

materials

- Introduction to course material

2nd week - Interplay between the

Innate and adaptive

immune system

- Innate and adaptive immune system

- Cells of the immune system

3rd week - The function of different

subsets of lymphocytes

- Quiz 1T

- Purification of antibodies and

Quantification of antibodies using

Elisa

- Quiz1P

- Announcement on a project done in

a group of three.

4th week - The structure and

associated function of the

Major histocompatibility

complex

- Introduction to cell culture

techniques

5th week - Transplantation

immunology - Cell culture of immune cells

6th week - Revision - Flow cytometry

7th & 8th

weeks MIDTERM EXAMS

9th week

- Tumor immunology

- Manipulation of immune cells using

different transfection methods

10th week - Immunotherapy

- Tumor immunology ( Focus on

immune surveillance and Tumor

micro Environment)

11th week - Immunity against viruses

and microbes

- Immuno-informatics


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- Assignment 1T

- Quiz 2T

12th week Autoimmune diseases - Quiz 2P

13th week - Quiz 3T - Revision

14th week - Revision - portfolio submission

- Project submission

- Practical Exams






A.1 Power point presentation /Interactive Learning/Learning Groups

A.2 Power point presentation /Interactive Learning/Learning Groups

B.1 Power point presentation /Interactive Learning/Learning Groups

and Hand out/ Practical Lab

B.2

Power point presentation /Interactive Learning/Learning Groups and Hand out/

Practical Lab

B.3 Hand out/ Practical Lab







information clearly and deal with their discomfort and active learning/ Moodle could be of great



practical activities difficult, are helped by TAs or technicians.


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- Virtual labs are available.


- A special table was designed to accommodate a student in a wheel chair.


CILOs Assessmen

t Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Gradin

g Mode

Pass

Mar

k

Assessmen

t Type

Timin

g

Weigh

t

A.1 Quiz T Short Notes Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%


Essay

questions


A.2 Quiz T

Short Notes/

Essay

questions

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

11

2.5%

B.1 Quiz T Short notes/

Essay

question Lab

report

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

13 2.5%

Lab report Perform

experiment,

analyze

results and

write a lab

report

2.5%



with

feedback

Week

11

5%


with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%

Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

experimental

procedures.

Marks 12 Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5 %


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with

feedback

Week

12

2.5%

Final

practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

Experimenta

l procedures.

Marks Week

14

5%

C.3 Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

Experimenta

l procedures.

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

5%


with

feedback

Week

14

5%

A1,A2B1,B2

,

Final

Exam:

Essay

Questions,

case study,

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

12 Summative

Week

16

40%

Total 100%




7. Course Textbook Abbas, A. K., Lichtman, A. H., & Pillai, S. (2010). Cellular and

molecular immunology. Philadelphia: Saunders/Elsevier.

8. Suggested

Reference Books Murphy, K., Travers, P., Walport, M., & Janeway, C.

(2008). Janeway's immunobiology. New York: Garland Science.

9. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Blood

Human immunology


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Linked Course N/A


12. KIS Data

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Hours





Tutorials 0 0%


Total 4 100%




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BT307, NANOTECHNOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course Data

Programme

Code(s)





Course Code: BT307

Course Title Nanotechnology

Course Leader Dr. Ola Mohamed


Credit

Units/Hours:

4


Pre-requisite/s BT201, CHM_102, PHY201

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to introduce the students to the emerging field of Nanoscience. The

course explains the future realities in the field of nanoscience and the applications of industrial

and business nanotechnology whilst emphasizing the skills and values related to the field.


Upon completion of this course, students will be able to::

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:


comprehension of:

1. The nanotechnology principles and industry applications

2. The nanoscale paradigm and history of nanotechnology

B. Cognitive Skills 1- Relate key concepts in materials science, chemistry, physics,

biology and engineering to the field of nanotechnology.

2- Apply current nanotechnology solutions in design, engineering

and manufacturing.

C. Professional Skills 1. Plan large-scale projects logically.

2. Report and present results in a professional manner.

D. General and

Communication

Skills


2 4 Independent

study:


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4. Indicative Contents:

Theoretical content ILOs Practical content0 ILOs

Introduction to Nanoscience. A.1 Introduction to nanotechnology A.1

Synthesis and analysis of

Nanomaterials

B.1,B.2 The types of nanomaterial. B.1,B.2

Nano-lithographic

techniques and Spectroscopy

of Nanomaterials.

A.2,B.1,B.2 Preparation/ application of zinc

oxide nanoparticles.

B.1,B.2

.Thin Film Science. B1,B2 The application of chitosan

nanoparticles.

B.1,

B.2

Computational

Methods in Materials

Science.

B.1,B.2 Antibacterial activity of zinc oxide

nanoparticles against E.coli

bacteria.

B.1,B.2

Introduction to

quantum Computing

and biological

nanomaterial.

A.1,A.2 Preparation of gold nanoparticles. B.1,B.2

Topics in Nanomaterials. A.1,B.1,B.2 Preparation of silver nanoparticles. B.1,B.2

Quantum Algorithms

and Quantum

Cryptography.

A.1,B.1,B.2 Preparation of magnetite

nanoparticles.

B.1,B.2

Advanced Studies in

Nanoscience

A.1,B.1,B.2

Nanoscience Research

Project

A.1,A.2,C.1,C.2,D.1


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1st week Informing students on the course

grading system, evaluation, course

materials and resources.

Introduction to the laboratory work

2nd week Nanotechnology principles and its

applications.

Introduction to nanotechnology and the

types of nanomaterial.

3rd week Nanoscale paradigm. Preparation of zinc oxide

nanoparticles.

Assignment 1T.

4th week Quiz 1T Discussing the application of chitosan

nanoparticle.

5th week The key concepts in materials

science, chemistry, physics,

biology and engineering to the

field of nanotechnology.

Examining the antibacterial activity

of Zinc oxide.

6th week

Revision

- Preparation of gold nanoparticles.

- Quiz 1P

7th & 8th weeks MIDTERM EXAMS


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9th week Current nanotechnology solutions

in design, engineering and

manufacturing.

Preparation of silver nanoparticles.

10th week

The history of nanotechnology

Preparation of magnetite nanoparticles.

11th week Project: Plan and carry out

large-scale projects logically

and efficiently.

Presentation on the project

(Report and present results

in a professional manner).

Quiz 2P

12th week To evaluate research and

academic publications

Group presentation demonstrating new

application of nanotechnology in different

fields.

13th week Quiz 2T Revision

14th week The ability to work independently

with research.

Portfolio submission.


*The subject of the assignments and projects will be defined by the instructor.**Each student

should submit lab report each lab on the previous one






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Hands on/Practical lab


C.1 Power point presentation/Interactive Learning/Learning Groups

C.2 Report writing and presentations














CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type

Timing Weight

A.1 Quiz 1T Multiple

choice, short

notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 5%



A.2 Quiz 1T

Multiple

choice, short

notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

11

5%



B.1 Quiz 1P Multiple

choice, short

notes,

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%


Essay

question

Marks Week 7

5%


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Final

practical

Short notes/

Essay

question

Marks Week

15

B.2 Final lab

practical

Write on


with

feedback

Week

15

5%


Essay

question

Marks Week 7 5%


with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%

Final

Practical

exam

Short Notes,

Essay

questions,

experimental

procedures.

Marks Summative

with

feedback

Week

14

7.5%


with

feedback

Week

12

2.5%

Lab report Write a lab

report

Mark Week

12

5%


with

feedback

Week

14

5%

A.1,A.2

,B.1,B.

2,

Final Exam: Essay

Questions,

case study,

Diagrams.

Letter

Grading

12 Summative

Week

16

40%

Total 100%




2. Course Textbook Reddy,B. (2011), Advances in Diverse Industrial Applications of

Nanocomposites: InTech Press

3. Suggested

Reference Books Ramsden,J.(2009), Essentials of Nanotechnology, New York

:Bookboon

4. Suggested

Periodicals/

Journals

Journal of nanoscience and Nanotechnology


https://www.intechopen.com/books/editor/advances-in-diverse-industrial-applications-of-nanocomposites


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11. Banner Data











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12. KIS Data





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Total 6 100%

Course Instructor: Dr. Ola Mohamed



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BT402, STEM CELL TECHNOLOGY, 2017 FACULTY OF BIOTECHNOLOGY


1. Course data:





Course code BT402

Course title Stem Cell Biotechnology

Leader Dr. Hesham Eissa

Level 3 4 5 6 ✓ 7 Year3 or 4 /sem1 or 2

Credit hours 4


Pre-requisites BIO201, BT202

2. Aims/Objectives:

The aim of this course is to provide students with the proper training in the rapidly expanding

scientific arena of Stem Cell Technology, and provide students with training in life sciences in

the diverse aspects of cell culture, tissue engineering, and clinical requirements.


Upon the completion of the course, the student will be able to show knowledge and

understanding of:

A. Knowledge &

Understanding:



1. Aspects of basic molecular and developmental biology

relevant to stem cell science.

B. Cognitive Skills 1. Apply principles of embryonic and adult stem cell

derivation, culture, differentiation, transfection, tissue

3 2 Independent

study:


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engineering and exploitation.

2. Discover the origins and diversity of embryonic stem cell

types.

C. Professional Skills 1. Apply knowledge of methods of culturing and maintaining

stem cells.

2. Use methods of quantitating and analyzing cellular

proteins, and using fluorescent markers and stains in cell

biology research.

D. General and





1. What is a stem cell A.1 17. Umbilical cord blood

banking

A.1, B.2,

C.1

2. Stem Cells Biology A.1,

B.2

18. Cord blood stem cell

separation B.1, C.1

3. Stem Cell Culture B.1 19. Bone marrow banking C.1

4. Isolation of Cells for Culture B.1 20. Stem cell culture B.1, C.1

5. Culture validation B.1,

C.1 21. Stem cell sorting

B.1, C.1,

C.2, D.1

6. Cord Blood and Stem Cell Banking B.1,

C.1 22. Flowcytometry C.2

7. Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells IPS's

B.1,

C.1,

C.2

8. Stem Cell Therapy A.1

9. Bone Marrow Transplantation A.1



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1st week What is a stem cell Umbilical cord blood banking

2nd week Stem Cells Biology Cord blood stem cell separation

3rd week Stem Cell Culture

* Assignment.T1

Field trip to the cell safe bank

4th week Isolation of Cells for Culture

* Quiz.T1

Bone marrow banking

* Assignment.P1

5th week Culture validation

Stem cell culture

* Quiz.P1

6th week Cord Blood and Stem Cell Banking 1 Stem cell sorting

7th &

8th weeks

MID-TERM EXAMS

9th week Cord blood and stem cell banking 2

* Assignment.T2

Flowcytometry

* Assignment.P2

10th week Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells IPS's Field trip to the NSA laboratory Group 1

11th week Stem Cell Therapy

* Quiz.T2

Field trip to the NSA laboratory Group 2

* Quiz.P2

12th week Bone Marrow Transplantation Revision

13th week Revision





A.1 Active learning, integrating technology, case method, and discussion

method


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laboratory work.



• Virtual labs.




CILOs Assessment

Method/s

Assessment

Tool

Grading

Mode

Pass

Mark

Assessment

Type Timing Weight

B.1 Assignment.T1

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 3 2.5%


Summative

with

feedback

Week 4 5%

C.1 Assignment.P1 Short Marks Summative Week 4 2.5%


method


method


method


method


practical work and field trips


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descriptive

note

with

feedback

B.1,

C.1 Quiz.P1 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 5 2.5%

A.1,

B.1,

C.1

Midterm exam Essay

questions Marks Summative

Week

7,8 20%

B.1,

C.1,

C.2

Assignment.T2

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 9 2.5%

C.2 Assignment.P2

Short

descriptive

note

Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week 9 2.5%

B.1,

C.1,

C.2

Quiz.P2 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

11 2.5%

A.1 Quiz.T2 Short notes Marks

Summative

with

feedback

Week

11 5%

B.1,

C.1,

C.2

Final Practical

Exam

Essay

questions,

cases,

practical


14 15%

A.1,

B.1,

C.1,

C.2

Final Exam

Essay

questions,

cases.

Letter


Week

14 40%

Total 100%


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2. Course Textbook Lanza, R., Gearhart, J., Hogan, B., Melton, D., Pedersen, R.,

Thomas, E. D., & West, M. (Eds.). (2005). Essentials of stem cell

biology. Academic Press.


Books

Holland, S., Lebacqz, K., & Zoloth, L. (Eds.). (2001). The human

embryonic stem cell debate: Science, ethics, and public policy (Vol.

3). MIT Press.

4. Suggested


International Journal of Stem Cells

5. Useful Websites California's Stem Cell Agency, (2015). Stem Cell Research

Guidance Documents. Retrieved from https://www.cirm.ca.gov/our-

funding/stem-cell-research-guidance-documents

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