Biophysics 2600-S1-CM-BIOF
Biophysics applies the principles of physics and physico-chemistry to living systems. A student beginning a biophysics course should have a basic understanding of physical concepts and laws and a willingness to explore their presence in nature and their applications. Biophysics classes cover elements of environmental, organismal, organ, and cellular biophysics, as well as biophysics at the molecular level. Students become familiar with the use of physical methods in biological research and the potential applications of biophysical phenomena in modern technological solutions.
Lecture Topics:
Thermodynamics
Thermoenergetics of organisms
Bioelectrical phenomena and methods of their measurement
Acoustic waves – characteristics and applications in science and medicine
Electromagnetic fields and radiation in the environment and medicine
Laboratory Topics:
Live observation of bioelectrical phenomena in nerve cells; understanding the principles of various electrophysiological methods
Biophysics of hearing
Basics of measurement and assessment of exposure to physical factors, using electromagnetic fields as an example
Thermoenergetics of organisms
Biophysics of the circulatory system
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Total student workload
Learning outcomes - knowledge
Learning outcomes - skills
Learning outcomes - social competencies
Teaching methods
Observation/demonstration teaching methods
Expository teaching methods
- informative (conventional) lecture
- description
Exploratory teaching methods
- observation
- presentation of a paper
- project work
Online teaching methods
Type of course
Prerequisites
Course coordinators
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Assessment criteria
Lecture:
Attendance at lectures is mandatory, with a maximum of two absences allowed per semester.
The lecture assessment is based on a written test evaluating knowledge.
The test consists of 30 single-choice multiple-choice questions. The maximum possible score is 30 points.
Grading criteria:
Satisfactory (3.0): 60-70% of the maximum score (18-21 points)
Satisfactory plus (3.5): 71-80% of the maximum score (22-24 points)
Good (4.0): 81-87% of the maximum score (25-26 points)
Good plus (4.5): 88-94% of the maximum score (27-28 points)
Very good (5.0): Above 94% of the maximum score (29-30 points)
Students have one opportunity to retake the test under the same conditions as the initial assessment.
The final lecture grade is the average of the initial test and the retake test. It may be increased by 0.5 for exceptional participation in lectures or additional academic engagement (e.g., participation in events with invited guests).
Laboratory:
The final laboratory grade is based on the following components:
Evaluation of student-prepared reports
Student presentations
Final test assessing knowledge
The final test consists of both open-ended and multiple-choice questions. Open-ended questions are worth 2 points, while multiple-choice questions are worth 1 point.
Grading criteria for the final test:
Satisfactory (3.0): 60-70% of the maximum score
Satisfactory plus (3.5): 71-80% of the maximum score
Good (4.0): 81-87% of the maximum score
Good plus (4.5): 88-94% of the maximum score
Very good (5.0): Above 94% of the maximum score
A passing grade in laboratory exercises requires passing the final test.
Students have one opportunity to retake the test under the same conditions as the initial assessment.
The final laboratory grade (FL) is calculated using the following formula:
FL = (average grade from reports and presentations + average grade from the initial and retake tests) / 2
Social competencies are assessed based on the student's engagement, teamwork, and participation during classes. The instructor may increase the final grade by 0.5 based on these competencies.
Tests may be conducted remotely via the TEAMS platform, depending on the epidemiological situation.
Final Grade Scale:
2.9-3.49 – Satisfactory (3.0)
3.50-3.83 – Satisfactory plus (3.5)
3.84-4.16 – Good (4.0)
4.17-4.50 – Good plus (4.5)
4.51-5.0 – Very good (5.0)
Bibliography
Biofizyka dla biologów - red. M. Bryszewska i W. Leyko
Biofizyka - red. Z. Jóźwiak i G. Bartosz
Wybrane zagadnienia z biofizyki - red. S. Miękisz i A. Hendrich
Biofizyka − podręcznik dla studentów - red. F. Jaroszyk
Podstawy Biofizyki − podręcznik dla studentów medycyny - red. A.Pilawski
Przestalski S. Fizyka z elementami biofizyki, AWAR, Wrocław;
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Term 2022/23Z:
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Additional information
Additional information (registration calendar, class conductors, localization and schedules of classes), might be available in the USOSweb system: