Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Acquire, understand and use knowledge in the fields of biology and other fields
• Understand the fundamentals of chemistry (including organic chemistry) and general physics both applied to biology
• Understand and use mathematical tools and basic statistics to describe and understand biological concepts
• Demonstrate an understanding of the general principles of life to understand questions and solve situations related to biology
• Integrate knowledge from other fields of knowledge with biology (earth science, physics, chemistry, mathematics), in a critical way, to foster an interdisciplinary approach
• Synthesise and summarise, in a critical way, information from scientific literature in different forms (textual, numerical, verbal and graphic)
• Solve issues relevant to biology
• Have developed practical skills in the various fields of biology through practical sessions in the laboratory and in the field, during which they have worked individually or in groups
• Make accurate observations in the context of activities in the field and in the laboratory
• Grasp and use the usual methods the conservation of live materials
• Analyse and interpret, in an appropriate way, biological data collected in natura, through dissection or based on an experimental protocol in the laboratory
• Apply a scientific approach and critical thinking
• Understand and apply the basic principles of reasoning (obtaining data, analysis, synthesis, comparison, rule of three, syllogism, analogy, etc.)
• Work with efficiency / accuracy / precision
• Present a hypothesis and hypothetical-deductive reasoning
• Develop critical thinking, test and monitor conclusions understanding the domain of validity, and explore alternative hypotheses
• Manage doubt and uncertainty
• Communicate effectively and appropriately in French and English
• Understand and summarise articles, websites and other scientific works in French and English
• Communicate in French, orally and in writing, the results of experiments and observations by constructing and using graphs and tables
• Develop autonomy, set training objectives and make choices to achieve them
• Organise time and work, individually and in groups
• Prioritise
• Manage stress regardless of events (exams, presentations, etc.)

Learning Outcomes of UE

Students will acquire the basics about biomolecules and métabolic biochemistry. They will be familiar with the four major biological macromolecules. They will as well learn the relation between structure and function. They will be initiated to glucose metabolism. Some chapters will be developed through laboratory practice which is mandatory. 

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

Introduction
Amino Acids, Peptides, Proteins
Protein Structures and Functions
Proteins Analyses
Introduction to enzymology
Carbohydrates (Monosaccharides, Di and Polysaccharides) and Glycoproteins
Fatty acids and lipids
Bioenergetics
Glycolysis 
Krebs Cycle
Oxydative Phosphorylation and Fermentation

Prior Experience

Basics in general and organic chemistry and biology.

Type(s) and mode(s) of Q2 UE assessment

• Written examination - Face-to-face
• Production (written work, report, essay, collection, product, etc.) - To be submitted in class
• Oral presentation - Face-to-face
• Practical exam - Face-to-face

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

The theoretical course is evaluated by MCQ and/or open questions. 
The Laboratory course will be evaluated by a written report which accounts for 20% of the final grade. 
The presence at the laboratory course is mandatory. 

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q2 UE assessment

Theory: 80%
Laboratory: 20%

Type(s) and mode(s) of Q3 UE assessment

• Written examination - Face-to-face

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

The theoretical course is evaluated by MCQ and/or open questions. 
The laboratory evaluation will be reported. 

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q3 UE assessment

Theory: 80%
Laboratory: 20%