Katja Köhler: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2020

Name	Dr. Katja Köhler
Address	Inst. f. Molekulare Systembiologie ETH Zürich, HPM E 41.1 Otto-Stern-Weg 3 8093 Zürich SWITZERLAND
Telephone	+41 44 633 30 47
E-mail	katja.koehler@biol.ethz.ch
Department	Biology
Relationship	Lecturer

Number	Title	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
551-0016-00L	Biology II	2 credits	2V	M. Stoffel, E. Hafen, K. Köhler
Abstract	The lecture course Biology II, together with the course Biology I of the previous winter semester, is a basic introductory course into biology for students of materials sciences, of chemistry and of chemical engineering.
Objective	The objective of the lecture course Biology II is the understanding of form, function, and development of animals and of the basic underlying mechanisms.
Content	The following numbers of chapters refer to the text-book "Biology" (Campbell & Rees, 10th edition, 2015) on which the course is based. Chapters 1-4 are a basic prerequisite. The sections "Structure of the Cell" (Chapters 5-10, 12, 17) and "General Genetics" (Chapters 13-16, 18, 46) are covered by the lecture Biology I. 1. Genomes, DNA Technology, Genetic Basis of Development Chapter 19: Eukaryotic Genomes: Organization, Regulation, and Evolution Chapter 20: DNA Technology and Genomics Chapter 21: The Genetic Basis of Development 2. Form, Function, and Development of Animals I Chapter 40: Basic Principles of Animal Form and Function Chapter 41: Animal Nutrition Chapter 44: Osmoregulation and Excretion Chapter 47: Animal Development 3. Form, Function, and Develeopment of Animals II Chapter 42: Circulation and Gas Exchange Chapter 43: The Immune System Chapter 45: Hormones and the Endocrine System Chapter 48: Nervous Systems Chapter 49: Sensory and Motor Mechanisms
Lecture notes	The course follows closely the recommended text-book. Additional handouts may be provided by the lecturers.
Literature	The following text-book is the basis for the courses Biology I and II: Biology, Campbell and Rees, 10th Edition, 2015, Pearson/Benjamin Cummings, ISBN 978-3-8632-6725-4
Prerequisites / Notice	Prerequisite: Lecture course Biology I of autumn semester
551-0974-00L	Specialized Biology Course with an Educational Focus: Biological Concepts	6 credits	2G + 13A	E. Hafen, K. Köhler, H. Stocker
Abstract	Specialist aspects of biology with a focus on biological concepts and misconceptions are covered from the angle of imparting these to pupils, their historical development, and their significance for the subject, the individual and society.
Objective	After successful completion of the module, students should be able - to explain biological concepts and principles, as well as the way they fit together - to recognise and to correct existing misconceptions - to analyse controversial topics and to give factual explanations for these - to conduct more in-depth work on a research topic and to compile a tuition unit based on this topic - to prepare tuition units involving complex learning matter at a high specialist level which are suitably tailored to the recipients, and to teach these in a manner conducive to learning.
Content	Selected biological topics are dealt with under consideration of the special needs of persons involved in teaching. The module comprises lectures, a book club, and a seminar thesis.
Lecture notes	Teaching materials are available online on Moodle.
Literature	Literature and references are posted online on Moodle.
Prerequisites / Notice	The Specialized Biology Course with an Educational Focus consists of two modules (6 CP each). In the fall semester, the focus is on evolution. The module of the spring semester deals with biological concepts. Students attending both modules can start with either module. Performance is assessed during the course of the entire module. Active participation in the course is required. The electronic thesis and an oral presentation have to be completed. The Specialized Biology Course with an Educational Focus (6+6 CP) can be acknowledged, in agreement with the advisor of the respective elective major, as one of the two obligatory research projects (each 15 CP). In such a case, additional 3 CP must be obtained in another course. In case of overbooking of the course, students enrolled in the Teaching Diploma in Biology will have priority.