Course title
D00160002
Applied Biochemistry

 LI QINTONG
Middle-level Diploma Policy (mDP)
Program / Major mDP Goals Courses
Fundamental Mechanical Engineering F 産業界や社会の要請を把握して解決するべき課題を設定し、さまざまな工学分野の知識を関連付けながら設計生産技術を活用することで、立案した構想に従って研究を進め課題を解決することができる。 Sub
Advanced Mechanical Engineering F 産業界や社会の要請を把握して解決するべき課題を設定し、機械工学の学理を応用して異分野を含む融合分野で革新的な機能を創成することができる。 Sub
Environment and Materials Engineering B 地球環境や地域社会との調和を見据えて、さまざまな工学分野に関わる問題を解決することができる。 Sub
Chemistry and Biotechnology A 確かな基礎と物質化学の専門知識に基づいて問題を解決することができる。 Main
Electrical Engineering and Robotics D 電気工学や関連する工学の技術分野を課題に適用し、社会の要求を解決するために応用することができる。 Sub
Advanced Electronic Engineering E 専門的デザイン課題について解決する能力を身に付けることができる。 Sub
Information and Communications Engineering F 社会のニーズに対して技術課題を主体的に発見し、工学分野における分野横断的な知識も活用しつつ、計画的・継続的に取り組んで課題を達成することができる。 Sub
Computer Science and Engineering G 技術的課題に対してさまざまな工学分野の知識を関連付けながら主体的に取り組み、継続的に学修する能力を身に付けることができる。 Sub
Urban Infrastructure and Environment G ⼟⽊⼯学における現実の問題について、⼯学・専⾨基礎知識を⽤いて理解・解決することができる。 Sub
Purpose of class
Rapid advances in biological sciences in the 21st century have driven major innovations in fields closely related to our daily lives, such as medicine, industry, and the environment. The objective of this course is to understand these innovations from a biological perspective.
Course description
This course deepens students’ understanding of fundamental concepts in biotechnology, including gene expression and regulation, signal transduction, and basic technologies and applications of microbial-based environmental remediation. It also aims to enhance understanding of how these technologies contribute significantly to innovations in medical and industrial fields as well as to solutions for global environmental challenges.
Goals and objectives
  1. You are able to explain chemical reactions occurring inside and outside cells.
  2. You are able to comprehend the origin of life and the regulation of genetic information.
  3. You are able to explain biological diversity and environmental adaptability.
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

 Quiz Mid-term examination Final examination Total.
1. 7% 15% 10% 32%
2. 7% 15% 15% 37%
3. 6% 10% 15% 31%
Total. 20% 40% 40% -
Evaluation method and criteria
Assessment will be based on examinations covering the course learning objectives, consisting of quizzes (20%), a midterm examination (40%), and a final examination (40%). A total score of 60 points or higher out of 100 is required to pass the course.
Language
English
Class schedule

 Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Protein synthesis, transport, and degradation within cells Chapter 12 200minutes
2. The cytoskeleton and cell motility Chapter 13 200minutes
3. Intercellular signal transduction Chapter 14 200minutes
4. Intracellular signal transduction Chapter 15 200minutes
5. Neural function and biological homeostasis Chapter 16 200minutes
6. Cell cycle Chapter 17 200minutes
7. Midterm examination and review Midterm examination and review 200minutes
8. Animal development Chapter 18 200minutes
9. Plant development Chapter 19 200minutes
10. Gene expression and regulation Chapter 20 200minutes
11. Genomes and evolution Chapter 21 200minutes
12. Biodiversity and ecosystems Chapter 22 200minutes
13. Environment and microorganisms Chapter 26 200minutes
14. Final examination Final examination 200minutes
Total. - - 2800minutes
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in outside of the class (ScombZ, mail, etc.)
Textbooks and reference materials
Text book: McMurry’s Fundamentals of General, Organic and Biological Chemistry 8th Edition （Maruzen）; Life Sciences for Integrated Science Students, The University of Tokyo Life Science Textbook Editorial Committee (Yodosha)

Reference book: Biochemistry, The Molecular Basis of Life Sixth Edition　in Japanese, Trudy McKee, James R. McKee 　Atsushi Ichikawa supervisor, Shinichi Fukuoka chief translator　（Kagakudojin）
Reference book: Lecture Biotechnology in Japanese Naoki Hashimoto (Baifukan)
Reference book: Fundamentals of Chemical Biology, Keita Hamasaki, Corona Publishing Co., Ltd.
Prerequisites
Prior knowledge of organic chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, and biochemistry is desirable.
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Lunch time on every Monday is available for me.
Regionally-oriented
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
  • Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
Active-learning course
More than one class is interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
N/A
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 3.GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
  • 6.CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION
  • 14.LIFE BELOW WATER
  • 15.LIFE ON LAND
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