The structure and function of cells that constituting our bodies, their growth morphology, and the expression of functions
as individuals are systematically explained.
The metabolism and acquisition pathways of energy that are essential for life activities, and the mechanisms that maintain the living body are explained.
DNA as genetic material that defines life and the way that genetic information leads to the actual expression of functions are explained.
[Notes] Please note that if there are many applicants, students may be determined by lottery.
The metabolism and acquisition pathways of energy that are essential for life activities, and the mechanisms that maintain the living body are explained.
DNA as genetic material that defines life and the way that genetic information leads to the actual expression of functions are explained.
[Notes] Please note that if there are many applicants, students may be determined by lottery.
Biology is the science of understanding life phenomena, and understanding biology is essential to understanding life science.
The purpose of this class is to study a wide range of fundamental areas in biology.
First of all, you will learn what cells are, the basic structure of life, and how they are structured, including their basic components. By studying these, you will acquire the basic knowledge to understand the mechanism of metabolism and acquisition of energy of life.
You will learn various basic knowledge about genes, such as DNA, the basics of genetic information, the concept of genes, and the structure of chromosomes.
You will study the mechanism by which genetic information is inherited is a major strategy for life, including humans, to survive into the future.
In order for a living organism to survive, it needs a system to maintain itself and protect itself from non-self. In Biology I, you will finally study the mechanisms by which living organisms maintain and defend themselves.
First of all, you will learn what cells are, the basic structure of life, and how they are structured, including their basic components. By studying these, you will acquire the basic knowledge to understand the mechanism of metabolism and acquisition of energy of life.
You will learn various basic knowledge about genes, such as DNA, the basics of genetic information, the concept of genes, and the structure of chromosomes.
You will study the mechanism by which genetic information is inherited is a major strategy for life, including humans, to survive into the future.
In order for a living organism to survive, it needs a system to maintain itself and protect itself from non-self. In Biology I, you will finally study the mechanisms by which living organisms maintain and defend themselves.
- Understand the basic structure and function of life
- Understand the energy metabolism system
- Understand the structure and function of genes
- Understand the mechanism of genetics and its information transmission mechanism
- Understand the maintenance and defense mechanisms of the living body
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | What is life?: Look for the wonder of life | Summarize and understand the basics of biology | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand the basic units of life | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand the points that define life. | 30minutes | ||
| 2. | Cell structure: Why doesn't Konbu-bouillon come out in the sea? | Summarize and understand cell size and organelles | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand the skeleton that supports cells | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand the connection between cells | 30minutes | ||
| 3. | Function of the cell: Cell function and dynamism | Summarize and understand the components of cells. | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand the structure of proteins. | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand the properties of lipids. | 30minutes | ||
| 4. | What does it mean to be alive?: Energy produced by enzymes | Summarize and understand catabolism and assimilation | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand enzymes | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand energy metabolism | 30minutes | ||
| 5. | Energy acquisition pathway: How Do You Get Energy? | Summarize and understand energy production | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand glycolysis, pyruvate oxidation, citric acid cycle, and electron transport system | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand photosynthesis | 30minutes | ||
| 6. | Gene structure: What is the difference between DNA, genes, and chromosomes? | Summarize and understand the structure of DNA | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand DNA replication | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand DNA repair | 30minutes | ||
| 7. | Intermediate examination and commentary | Summary of lecture 1 to 6 | 725minutes |
| 8. | DNA to protein: How does DNA design the cells? | Summarize and understand RNA transcription | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand translation from RNA to protein | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand post-translational modifications | 30minutes | ||
| 9. | Mechanism and control of cell division: Cell division supports the life. | Summarize and understand the cell cycle | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand somatic cell division | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand meiosis | 30minutes | ||
| 10. | Mechanism of inheritance: From genotype to phenotype | Summarize and understand the different modes of inheritance | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand Mendel's laws | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand gene interactions | 30minutes | ||
| 11. | Celular signal transductions: How are cells communicating? | Summarize and understand signal transduction mechanisms | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand ion channels | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand receptors | 30minutes | ||
| 12. | Regulation of gene expression: Relationship between cis and trans | Summarize and understand the processing regulation mechanism | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand transcriptional regulatory mechanisms | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand chromatin modeling | 30minutes | ||
| 13. | Maintaining and defending the body: Homeostasis and immune system | Summarize and understand homeostasis | 40minutes |
| Summarize and understand endocrine and nervous systems | 30minutes | ||
| Summarize and understand biological defense mechanisms | 30minutes | ||
| 14. | Final exam and commentary | Summary of lacture 8 to13 | 725minutes |
| Total. | - | - | 2650minutes |
| Intermediate exam | Final exam | Mini test | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 20% | 4% | 24% | |
| 2. | 10% | 4% | 14% | |
| 3. | 10% | 10% | 4% | 24% |
| 4. | 20% | 4% | 24% | |
| 5. | 10% | 4% | 14% | |
| Total. | 40% | 40% | 20% | - |
Grades are evaluated based on the results of 40% for the middle exam, 40% for the final exam and 20% for the mini test. A
total score of 60% or more means passed. The exam covers printed documents, additional documents, lecture notes and oral comments.
You could get 80% in the exam, if you fully understand the content of the lecture.
Textbooks is not used.
Lecture materials should be downloaded from the appropriate class item on Scomb, printed in advance, and attended.
Please bring a device that can access Scomb for each lecture because quizzes conducted in each class use the Scomb system.
Lecture materials should be downloaded from the appropriate class item on Scomb, printed in advance, and attended.
Please bring a device that can access Scomb for each lecture because quizzes conducted in each class use the Scomb system.
- I will respond in the lab from 12:30 to 13:00 on Tuesday and Thursday. It is necessary to contact by email in advance.
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
- Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicatable |
|---|---|
| N/A | N/A |
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