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Study programmes 2008-2009Last update : 29/06/2009
CHIM0063-1  General principles of biology and biochemistry
Duration :  15h Th
Credits/ECTS :  
civil engineering in chemist, 3rd year2
Master in Chemical Engineering and Materrial Sciences, in-depth approach, 2nd yearToute l'année2
Holder(s) :  André Matagne
Language :  Langue française
Course contents :  1. The living cell: prokaryotes and eukaryotes
2. Structure of proteins and nucleic acids
3. Replication of DNA - Transcription of DNA - Synthesis of proteins.
4. Functions of proteins.
5. Structure and function of biological membranes.
6. Energy metabolism: photosynthesis, use of glucose and fatty acids.
Course objective :  To give engineering students an introduction to the chemical phenomena that are characteristic of living matter.
Prerequisites :  Course in general chemistry, organic chemistry and physical chemistry at the candidate level (Bac 2).
Organization :  7 classes 2 hours long each.
Written notes :  Notes are available.
Assessment :  Oral exam.
Contacts :  Prof JM Frère,
CIP, Institute of Chemistry, B6
Sart-Tilman, B 4000 Liège.
Appointement only :
Phone.: 04/366.33.98 - e-mail : jmfrere@ulg.ac.be


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