Cell Structure and Function for Engineers
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MMME3052 | Mechanical, Materials & Manufacturing Engineering | 3 | 10 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- MMME3052
- School
- Mechanical, Materials & Manufacturing Engineering
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module will introduce the following topics
Structure and function of cells and cell organelles
Protein and enzyme structure and function
Biosynthesis of cell components
The role of cell membranes in barrier and transport processes.
Examples relating to biomaterials and medical devices will be given where appropriate.
Re-assessment
Students who fail this module overall and are required to complete a re-assessment will be re-assessed by exam. The re-assessment exam mark alone will be used to determine whether students satisfy progression requirements.
Target Students
Primarily for students taking Mechanical Engineering (Bioengineering), Bioengineering MSc H674 and H677.
Classes
- One 2-hour lecture each week for 11 weeks
One two hour lecture per week (22 hours lectures, 51 hours of self directed study)
Assessment
- 10% Coursework 1: Presentation
- 20% Coursework 2: Report 2000 words
- 70% Examination 1 (2-hour)
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to introduce the general concepts and principles of eukaryotic cell structure and function. Particular attention is given to cells and aspects of cellular function which have particular relevance to the response of the body to implanted biomaterials and medical devices. Students are expected to be able to apply the biological knowledge gained to biological responses to implants and rationale for implant design.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
- LO1 – Define basic cell biology principles and terminology, with particular reference to the molecular building blocks of cells (Knowledge).
- LO2 – List/State features of eukaryotic cells, for example functions of cellular structures or the molecular components of structures (Knowledge).
- LO3 – Describe the composition and structure of important cellular components (Knowledge).
- LO4 – Outline and illustrate selected cellular processes, identifying key molecules involved in the function of the processes. (Knowledge and Comprehension).
- LO5 – Relate knowledge of cellular processes to biomaterial and medical device design requirements to facilitate optimal implant function (Knowledge, Comprehension, Application).