327-2131-00L Materials of Life
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2018 |
| Lecturers | E. Dufresne |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Comment | Only for Materials Science BSc. |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 327-2131-00 G | Materials of Life | 3 hrs |
| E. Dufresne |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | This course examines the materials underlying living systems. We will consider the basic building blocks of biological systems, the processes which organize them, the resulting structures, their properties and functions. |
| Learning objective | Students will apply basic materials science concepts in a new context while deepening their knowledge of biology. Emphasis on estimating key physical quantities through 'back of the envelope' estimates and simple numerical calculations. |
| Content | I. The physics of life a. Length scales b. Time scales c. Energy flow II. The chemistry of life: a. Water: key properties and interactions b. Macromolecules i. Nucleic Acids ii. Proteins iii. Carbohydrates c. Lipids: phase behaviour d. Inorganics III. Living Materials in Cellular Physiology a. Nucleus: information and control b. Cytoskeleton: mechanics c. Mitochondria: energy d. Plasma Membrane: compartmentalization and transport IV. Living Tissues as Materials a. Muscle: active material b. Bone: remodeled material c. Wood: hierarchical material |
| Lecture notes | Lecture notes will be available for download after each lecture. |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| In examination block for | Bachelor's Degree Programme in Materials Science 2017; Version 28.01.2020 (Examination Block 6) Bachelor's Programme in Materials Science 2012; Version 01.08.2016 (Examination Block 6) Bachelor's Programme in Materials Science 2015; Version 22.08.2017 (Examination Block 6) |
| ECTS credits | 3 credits |
| Examiners | E. Dufresne |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | written 90 minutes |
| Additional information on mode of examination | A project (compulsory continuous performance assessment) will be carried out during the semester. This project will contribute 40% to the final grade. |
| Written aids | Keine Hilfsmittel erlaubt. |
| If the course unit is part of an examination block, the credits are allocated for the successful completion of the whole block. This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
| No public learning materials available. | |
| Only public learning materials are listed. |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| Priority | Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group |
| Primary target group | Materials Science BSc (327000) |
Offered in
| Programme | Section | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials Science Bachelor | Examination Block 6 | O |  |