Principles of biophysics (1 hr Lecture+2hrs Practical)

Description

This course is part of the “Biological Sciences Cluster II”. It is designed to provide the student with background information describing biomolecule behavior including ion channels, membrane transporters, drug receptors, and enzymes. Physical parameters relevant to the of biological systems will be discussed. In addition, an introduction to concepts of tissue excitability, ionic gradients and membrane potential will be incorporated in this course.

Program

Bachelor of Pharmacy-B Pharm

Objectives

• By the end of the course students will be able to: a. Knowledge and Understanding a.1. Identify the components of the cell membrane. a.2. Describe different mechanisms for transport across cellular membrane. a.3. Discuss cell signaling process. a.4. Recognize different types of receptors. a.5. Explain the different phases of propagation of action potential, electrocardiogram and electroencephalogram. b. Intellectual Skills b.1. Compare different mechanisms for transport across the cell membrane. b.2. Differentiate between types of receptors and ion channels. b.3. Distinguish between different signal transduction pathways. c. Professional and Practical Skills c.1. Revise fundamentals of biophysics and its applications. d. General and Transferable Skills d.1. Develop skills of independent learning via taking assignments. d.2. Communicate properly with others in teamwork via delivering presentations.