Major higher educational programme
Field of study: 020501.65 Bioengineering and Bioinformatics
Specialty: Physiology
Degree: specialist.
Study mode: full-time.
The period of study specified by the Federal State Educational Standards (FSES) of
Higher Education (HP) is 5 years.
The study load of the specialist’s programme specified by the FSES of HE is 300 ECTS
points.
The objectives of the EP:
The programme is meant:
- to develop student’s personal qualities as well as general cultural and professional
competence;
- to help students acquire knowledge and skills that would facilitate the implementation
of professional competence for skilled work in a group, or under the guidance of experts
in higher and secondary educational institutions or research institutions.
The list of courses included in the curriculum of the 020501.65 Bioengineering and
Bioinformatics. Specialty: Physiology
Fundamental human, social and economic courses.
Foreign Language
Semester: 1-5
ECTS points: 10
Hours: 360
The course aims to help students develop practical skills required for successful crosscultural communication.
The objectives of the course are to develop various types of speech competence:
speaking, listening comprehension, reading, writing; to familiarise students with lexical,
grammatical, syntactical, phonological, and pragmatic components of a foreign language.
History
Semester: 1
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to help students develop a comprehensive idea of the crucial stages of
Russian history and the essence of key historical phenomena and processes.
The objectives of the course are to familiarise students with the key facts, events and
processes of the crucial stages of Russian history from the earliest times till the present day; to
develop historical consciousness, and a considerate attitude to the past of the motherland and its
nation, as well as the history of other cultures, people, and states.
Philosophy
Semester: 2
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to help students develop a comprehensive idea of philosophy as an
independent field of spiritual culture and theoretical studies.
The objectives of the course are to acquaint students with the methods used in
philosophy; to consider basic stages of the history of philosophy; to help students acquire skills
of critical thinking; to acquaint them with modern ideas of scientific, philosophical, and religious
worldview pictures, and address the essence, purpose, and meaning of a human life.
Psychology
Semester: 7
ECTS points: 4
Hours: 144
The course aims to help students develop full notion of human psyche as a selforganising system.
The objectives of the course are to acquire knowledge of scientific apparatus of the
human psyche; to study classifications and typology structures and functions of mental facts; to
awaken interest in oneself as a personality.
Pedagogy
Semester: 7
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to develop a system of basic concepts of Pedagogy and comprehensive
pedagogical process as the required condition for the professional development of graduates.
The objectives of the course are to study theories and methods of pedagogical and
scientific research; to awaken interest in oneself as a personality.
Russian Language and Speech Culture
Semester: 1
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to develop students’ communicative competence in Russian, which
forms a combination of knowledge, skills and abilities required for a meaningful dialogue in a
professional and interpersonal sphere.
The objectives of the course are to consolidate and develop a good command of the
Russian literary language; to develop practical skills in the field of strategy and tactics of the
language behavior in a variety of means of communication; to improve skills of working with
information; to develop the speech culture.
Economics
Semester: 7
Number of credits: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to acquaint students with conceptual apparatus of the economic theory,
its basic research methods, economic concepts and schools; to give students the notion of
current economic problems of the society.
The objectives of the course are to acquaint students with basic notions of the economic
theory; to form ability to independently acquire, assimilate and apply economic knowledge; to
explain current economic phenomena.
Compulsory human, social and economic courses.
Basics of Bioethics
Semester: 8
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to familiarise students with present-day moral and ethical issues in
medicine and biology; to find ways to solve these problems.
The objectives of the course are to study ethical, philosophical and anthropological
issues; to analyse human actions in Biology and Medicine; to study ways and means for solving
ethical and biomedical problems; to study ethical values and legal regulation of biomedical
research on human beings and animals; to develop a humanistic approach to the objects of
medical and biological experiments.
Basics of Latin
Semester: 1
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to familiarise students with the language at the level of basic phonetics,
morphology, word formation and special vocabulary.
The objectives of the course are to familiarise students with main features of professional
pronunciation, reading and grammar, to study the minimum of Latin words that form the basis of
general scientific and professional terminology; to acquire skills of compilation and translation
of technical terms.
History of the Region
Semester: 5
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to familiarise students with the basis of the History of Regional Studies
and touch upon the history of the Kaliningrad region from the earliest times to the present day.
The objectives of the course are to study theoretical basis of the History of Regional
Studies, to study the periodisation of the History of the region; to acquaint students with main
historical events, as well as trends and factors of political, economic and cultural development of
the region from the earliest times to the beginning of the XXI century.
Cultural Studies
Semester: 5
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to familiarise students with the history of a culturological thought; to
provide full notion of the main problems of contemporary Cultural Studies; to provide a
comprehensive idea of the place that Cultural Studies take in the field of social and humanitarian
sciences.
The objectives of the course are to study specific features of Cultural Studies; to identify
the place of cultural studies in social and humanitarian sciences; to study main culture types,
images of a human and science; to study the role of natural science in the history of culture.
Legal Studies
Semester: 5
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to gain knowledge on the basics of Legal science.
The objectives of the course are to familiarise students with both modern system of
Russian legislation and individual spheres of legal regulation; to study the methods of working
with legal regulations; to help students acquire knowledge necessary for implementing
professional competences.
Elective human, social and economic courses.
Business Foreign Language
Semester: 6
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to develop students' general cultural competence enabling to
communicate and acquire Business Foreign Language skills.
The objectives of the course are to help students acquire essential knowledge of special
terminology; to develop skills of reading, understanding and translating of professional texts.
Conflict Management
Semester: 8
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to develop students’ conflictological competencies based on the
knowledge of theory and practice of conflicts; to study ways and means of dispute settlement.
The objectives of the course are to gain an idea of the development of Conflict
Management (including both domestic and international trends); to study debating issues of
Conflict Management (both theory and practice), the role of conflicts in a person’s life, family,
group of people, organisation, society and humanity; to determine conditions, methods and
means of peacemaking and conflict prevention.
Interpersonal Relations
Semester: 8
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to familiarise students with Interpersonal Relations in small groups.
The objectives of the course are to gain knowledge on the forms of Interpersonal
Relations in small groups; to study psychosocial collective climate; to familiarise students with
studying methods of small groups.
Fundamental mathematical and natural scientific courses.
Mathematics
Semester: 1-5
ECTS points: 16
Hours: 576
The course aims to acquaint students with methods of higher Mathematics required for
studying the courses of Physics and Mathematical Methods in Biology, as well as to prepare
students for self-study of those branches of Mathematics which may be required for practical and
research work.
The objectives of the course are to study basic methods of Linear Algebra and Analytic
Geometry; to study basic methods of differential and integral calculus of functions of one or
several variables; to study basic solution strategies of differential equations.
Informatics
Semester: 2-5
ECTS points: 10
Hours: 360
The course aims to help students acquire knowledge on information, information
processes, systems and technologies; to develop skills in using modern information technologies
and networks in biological and environmental applications.
The objectives of the course are to familiarise students with information technologies,
hardware and software means, to study the software for efficient work with text documents and
databases; to study basics of the application of numerical methods for data processing and
mathematical modelling in Biology and Ecology.
Physics
Semester: 2-5
ECTS points: 10
Hours: 360
The course aims to study basic principles of nature determining the evolution and
development of the environment.
The objectives of the course are to study main techniques of experiments; to study main
sections of general Physics, to use gained knowledge for explanation of various phenomena in
the natural science.
Chemistry
Semester: 1-4
ECTS points: 16
Hours: 576
The course aims to familiarise students with basic principles of Chemistry, methods of
analytical chemistry, theoretical concepts of organic chemistry, macromolecular chemistry and
organic synthesis, theoretical and practical aspects of chemistry.
The objectives of the course are to acquaint students with basics of general chemistry and
analytical chemistry; to study basics of organic chemistry and macromolecular chemistry; to
study conditions for a chemical reaction and ability to control a chemical process.
Ecology
Semester: 7-8
ECTS points: 7
Hours: 252
The course aims to embody the characteristics of an ecological worldview, to develop an
ability to see, understand and interpret natural phenomena from the point of view of main
ecological principles.
The objectives of the course are to acquaint students with environmental factors,
mechanisms of relation between organisms and the environment, diversity and dynamics of
ecosystems, cooperation of biological species and principles of biological organisation; to get an
idea of environmental principles, of nature protection and environmental management, the
consequences of anthropogenic impact on the biosphere.
Compulsory mathematical and natural scientific courses.
General Biology
Semester: 1
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to develop a comprehensive idea of the laws of nature and a driving
force of scientific, technological and social development.
The objectives of the course are to provide full notion of the essence of life, structure and
functions of biological systems and their interactions; to study main stages of the organic world
evolution, patterns of individual development of an organism.
Anthropobiology
Semester: 1
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to familiarise students with the structure of a human body, his organs
and tissues, and to provide a comprehensive idea of the place that human takes in an animal
world.
The objectives of the course are to gain knowledge in anthropotomy, morphology of
organs and systems; to study human evolution, racial features and anthropogenesis.
Modern Methods for Investigating Biological Systems
Semester: 4, 7
ECTS points: 6
Hours: 216
The course aims to acquaint students with modern chemical methods for investigating
biological systems.
The objectives of the course are to study the latest methods for investigating biological
systems; to study the physicochemical methods of research; to study the basics of analytical
control of biological systems.
Elective mathematical and natural scientific courses.
Biophysics
Semester: 8
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to familiarise students with the most simple and fundamental
interactions and vital processes underlying biological phenomena.
The objectives of the course are to get a comprehensive idea of Biophysics, to study the
content of various areas of Biophysics, biophysical methods and their practical importance; to
get acquainted with living organisms as open systems, basic principles, concepts, terms and main
problems of Biophysics.
Chemical Basics of Communication
Semester: 8
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to gain knowledge on molecular principles of communication in
wildlife; to study the universalities of chemical mechanisms providing the transmission of
communication signals among elements of a living system.
The objectives of the course are to develop an idea of communicative modalities and
principles of communication in wildlife; to provide a full notion of the universality of chemical
mechanisms; to study mechanisms of signal transmission at the cellular, subcellular, organismic,
organ and tissue levels; to study chemical principles of human communication.
Means of Statistical Analysis
Semester: 8
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to study the fundamental basics of Statistical Data Analysis in
information systems based on modern digital devices.
The objectives of the course are to study contemporary approaches to the statistical
analysis; to study the synthesis of data processing algorithms and techniques for computer
analysis of statistical information; to be able to combine a fundamental orientation with the
practical orientation of these approaches and methods.
Information and Communications Technologies in Bioengineering
Semester: 8
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to acquaint students with modern information and communications
technologies and their application in modern Bioengineering.
The objectives of the course are to introduce new information and communications
technologies and to use them in practice; to show the role of information and communications
technologies in Bioengineering.
Fundamental field-oriented courses.
Life Safety
Semester: 1-2
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to improve socio-psychological, medical and biological competence of
students, thus allowing a safe behavior in daily life.
The objectives of the course are to help students acquire knowledge enabling them to
make decisions on protecting industrial personnel and population from the consequences of
accidents and natural disasters; to study methods of forecasting emergency situations and
preventing negative effects; to study factors of natural disasters, major accidents and disasters
following the escape of radioactive materials and hazardous chemical substances.
Plant Science
Semester: 1-3
ECTS points: 5
Hours: 180
The course aims to develop students' understanding of a plant, biological diversity and
evolutionary relationship of plants, the role of plants’ communities in the structure of the Earth's
biosphere.
The objectives of the course are to acquaint students with special features of the
morphology and anatomy of a plant, structural features, reproduction and living conditions for
lower and higher plants, as well as fungi and lichens; to get a comprehensive idea of the plant
communities as central cores of ecosystems.
Zoology
Semester: 1-4
ECTS points: 5
Hours: 180
The course aims to familiarise students with the latest achievements in the natural
science; to develop an idea of invertebrates and chordates’ diversity.
The objectives of the course are to study the systematic position of animals (invertebrates
and chordates); to study morphological diversity and structure of animals (invertebrates and
chordates); to study basic vital processes of animals; to study the ecology and importance of
invertebrates and chordates for the nature, economics and healthcare.
Genetics and Evolution
Semester: 6-8
ECTS points: 7
Hours: 252
The course aims to study and master principles of heredity and variability at the
molecular, cellular, organismic, population levels and ways of their practical use, as well as
molecular genetic basis of Bioinformatics and Bioengineering.
The objectives of the course are to study structures preserving genetic information;
mechanisms for implementation of genetic information; reasons, principles and methods to
change genetic information; to study the processes of mutagenesis, basic selection methods; to
study molecular and genetic basis and methods of Bioengineering and Bioinformatics.
Human and Animal Physiology
Semester: 6
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to develop a comprehensive idea of a living organism as a complex
functional biological system; to understand fundamental principles of molecular and cellular
mechanisms that form basics of an organism’s functioning.
The objectives of the course are to study processes that provide functioning of excitable
tissues; to study principles regulating functions of a living organism; to study principles of
organisation and mechanisms of self-organisation of a functional system; to develop the students'
systems thinking skills required for understanding the operation of any functional system.
Embryology
Semester: 6
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to familiarise students with principles of an individual development at
successive stages of development, given that development is under the control of genetic factors
and environmental factors, and is regulated at the level of the whole organism, rudiments of
organs and tissues, at the cellular, sub-cellular and molecular levels.
The objectives of the course are to study patterns of individual development of a living
system; to study fundamental principles and mechanisms of an individual development of living
organisms at all levels of organisation; to study the diversity of reproduction and development
ways of animals; to introduce mechanisms of cell and tissue differentiation.
Biological Chemistry
Semester: 3
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to provide students with basic knowledge on the structure and
characteristics of macromolecules that make up a living organism; to study metabolism and
energy exchange, as well as to develop a comprehensive idea of the main principles of
biochemical reactions that underlie functioning of an organism.
The objectives of the course are to study structure and characteristics of basic
biopolymers; to study relations between structure and functions of biopolymers; to study basic
metabolic ways and their regulations, as well as the most common metabolism disorders; to
study energy transformations in living organisms.
Bioenergetics
Semester: 5
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to provide students with knowledge on the basic patterns of energy
transformation in living systems.
The objectives of the course are to develop understanding of molecular basis of energy
transformation in living systems; to study structural and functional organisation of a cell
membrane; to study basic energy-saving and energy-demanding processes and reactions
occurring within cells; to study the role of bioenergetic processes in the implementation of vital
body functions.
Virology
Semester: 6
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to familiarise students with microscopic organisms and main groups of
viruses; to study characteristic features of their organisation, chemical composition and
reproduction.
The objectives of the course are to familiarise students with the viruses of bacteria,
plants, animals and human beings; to study the structures of virus particles; to study the
interaction of viruses with host cells; to study achievements and prospects of development of the
Virological Science.
Immunology
Semester: 5-7
ECTS points: 5
Hours: 180
The course aims to gain knowledge on the structure of the immune system, cellular and
molecular mechanisms that protect a body against pathogens, tumors and heterologous tissues.
The objectives of the course are to gain knowledge on Immunology, on the content of
various areas of Immunology, immunological techniques, their practical importance; to study
basic terms and concepts of Immunology; to develop students' practical skills in choosing the
immunological methods used in immune, biological and ecological processes’ research.
Cell biology
Semester: 6-7
ECTS points: 4
Hours: 144
The course aims to familiarise students with the system representation of the structural
and functional organisation of a cell, specific features of a cell’s life and mechanisms of its
regulation.
The objectives of the course are to study structures and functions of cell organelles; to
study the cytoskeleton; to study transport processes in a cell and the mechanisms of cell division.
Research Methods of Biological Macromolecules
Semester: 9
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to familiarise students with various methods used while studying the
biological objects, including optical, biophysical, X-ray, magnetochemical and electro-optic,
resonant and others.
The objectives of the course are to study basic physical principles underlying the
methods of investigation of biological objects, to describe and analyse main research methods of
biological objects.
Microbiology
Semester: 4
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to familiarise students with microscopic organisms and particularly with
the prokaryotic organisms - bacterias.
The objectives of the course are to study systematic position of microorganisms; to study
morphological variety and structure of microorganisms; to get acquainted with their metabolic
processes, ecology and importance for the nature, economics and healthcare.
Molecular Biology
Semester: 3-4
ECTS points: 5
Hours: 180
The course aims to familiarise students with the molecular mechanisms of the living
systems’ functioning.
The objectives of the course are to help students develop a comprehensive idea of
specific features of structure and characteristics of macromolecules, especially nucleic acids; to
study molecular mechanisms of replication and gene expression involved in translation and
recombination; to acquaint students with modern methods of Molecular Biology.
Enzymology
Semester: 7-8
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to show fundamental role of enzymes in energy exchange and
metabolism processes, as well as molecular mechanisms of heredity, regulation and integration
of metabolic processes in living organisms.
The objectives of the course are to get an idea of enzymes as effective and specific
biocatalysts, their characteristics, organisation within cells and regulation of enzyme activity at
different levels.
Databases and Basic Methods of Bioinformatics
Semester: 4-6
ECTS points: 5
Hours: 180
The course aims to provide a full notion of major open databases containing information
of sequences of biopolymers.
The objectives of the course are to get general information about the databases, records
and fields; to work with search systems.
Functional and Structural Analysis of Biopolymers
Semester: 7
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to get a comprehensive idea of functional and structural analysis of
biopolymers.
The objectives of the course are to provide a comprehensive idea of pairwise sequence
alignment and tools for sequence similarity searching in databanks; to study the phylogenetic
reconstruction according to the sequence, a protein family, metabolic pathways, DNA and RNA
structures, programme principles that detect hydrogen bonds and bonds through water in
macromolecule’s structures.
Genomics and Proteomics
Semester: 8
ECTS points: 2
Hours: 72
The course aims to broaden knowledge of modern genetic mapping and proteomic
analysis of organisms; to demonstrate the spheres of practical application of genomics.
The objectives of the course are to get a comprehensive idea of the theoretical basics and
methods of genetic engineering, principles of recombinant DNA construction and their insertion
into recipient cells; to study main vectors and microorganisms used in Genetic Engineering; to
get a comprehensive idea of Ethnogenomics, of the role of Bioinformatics in modern molecular
genetics and biotechnology.
Bioengineering
Semester: 7-9
ECTS points: 6
Hours: 216
The course aims to study scientific and practical engineering problems related to the
cultivation of microorganisms; to master techniques for analysis of special equipment, conditions
for processing and their optimisation.
The objectives of the course are to estimate modes of sterilization of nutrient medium
and equipment; to assess the equipment for continuous sterilization of nutrient medium, to assess
effective filters for air sterilization; to select required filtering material.
Genetic Engineering
Semester: 9
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to study a modern concept of Genetic Engineering as an
interdisciplinary body of knowledge connecting main aspects of molecular biology and genetics
of microorganisms.
The objectives of the course are to get general knowledge on the structural and functional
organisation of genomes of various microorganisms; to study principles, methods and
achievements of Genetic Engineering in various fields of modern Biology and practical
application of Genetic Engineering research in biotechnology, agriculture and pharmacology.
Engineering Enzymology
Semester: 9
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to study a branch of biotechnology based on the use of catalytic
functions of enzymes in isolated state or as a part of living cells for producing appropriate target
products.
The objectives of the course are to develop innovative methods for enzymes’ release,
their stabilisation and immobilization; to create catalysts with required characteristics and to
develop a scientific basis for their use.
Compulsory field-oriented courses.
Plant Physiology
Semester: 9
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to develop an idea of the functional activity of a green plant.
The objectives of the course are to study basic physiological processes that occur inside a
plant; to study mechanisms of interaction between various physiological processes of green
plants; to study plants interaction with their environment and change of plant functions in the
process of evolution.
Introduction to Biotechnology
Semester: 6
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to familiarise students with basic principles, methods and already
implemented potential and prospects for modern Biotechnology.
The objectives of the course are to familiarise students with basic objects of
biotechnological processes; to study basics of genetic and cellular engineering; to acquaint
students with general scheme for biotechnological production, with main products of
biotechnology for medicine, food industry, agriculture and energetics.
Modern Microscopy Methods
Semester: 6
ECTS points: 2
Hours : 72
The course aims to study modern methods of Biomedical Microscopy and related
technologies for visualisation of microscopic objects, recording methods and image processing.
The objectives of the course are to study basic issues of optical system image forming of
light microscope; to study schemes and design features of modern light microscopes; as well as
means of automated digital image processing; to get acquainted with modern equipment for light
microscopy and basics of electron microscopy.
Cytology and Histology
Semester: 2
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to familiarise students with basic microscopic structures that make up a
living organism, with a cell - a unit of living organisms and with the tissues - a set of cells and
intercellular substance with combined function, structure and origin.
The objectives of the course are to study basic units of the cell theory; to study structure
and function of cells, mechanisms of cell division and cycling state; to get a comprehensive idea
of tissues, structural and functional characteristics of epithelial tissue, the tissues of internal
environment, as well as muscular and nerve tissues.
Systematic Approach in Bioingeneering
Semester: 9
ECTS points: 4
Hours: 144
The course aims to familiarise students with basics of System Analysis, types of models
that are applied to various problems in Bioengineering.
The objectives of the course are to gain knowledge on basics of System Analysis; to
study various types of models; to use different types of models in Bioengineering; to gain a
dynamic world vision.
Physiology of Sensory Systems
Semester: 9
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 08
The course aims to familiarise students with functioning of sensory systems, coding,
transmission and analysis of information in a living system using channels of various sensory
modalities.
The objectives of the course are to study principles of subjective and objective sensory
physiology; to study the processes enabling to encode sensory information of different
modalities; to study mechanisms of transmission and analysis of sensory information.
Elective field-oriented courses.
Assisted Reproductive Technology
Semester: 9
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to familiarise students with basic Assisted Reproductive Technology,
methods and procedures.
The objectives of the course are to study medical technology, treatment methods and
procedures used to achieve pregnancy, when some or all conception stages occur outside of the
mother’s body.
Microclonal Propagation of Plants
Semester: 9
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to provide a comprehensive idea of the methods of Microclonal
Propagation of Plants.
The objectives of the course are to study growth and development of isolated fragments
of plants in various nutrient media in vitro; to study methods for disinfection and storage of plant
fragments, as well as methods for Microclonal Propagation of Plants; to study interaction of
plant fragments with the environment.
Fundamentals of Biomedical Science
Semester: 3
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to acquaint students with modern methods and technologies developed
in biochemistry, immunology, genetics, and cellular biology related to solving health problems.
The objectives of the course are to study principles of medical diagnosis of various
diseases by using immunological methods; to use cell therapy in medicine; to study methods of
early genetic diagnosis of diseases.
Medical Ecology
Semester: 3
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to acquaint students with basics of general ecology, research methods in
ecology, and basic principles of Medical Ecology.
The objectives of the course are to study basic patterns of interaction between
communities of living organisms and the environment; employ methods of assessment of natural
environmental factors in the process of disease of adults and adolescents; to assess the impact of
environmental pollution.
Bioengineering Techniques in Medicine
Semester: 5
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to acquaint students with modern methods and technologies developed
in molecular and cellular biology, genetics and immunology and used for possible solutions of
health care's problems.
The objectives of the course are to study modes of creating and improving biological
objects by using mutagenesis and selection; to study main enzymes of genetic engineering and
methods for constructing hybrid molecules and cells; to study main results and directions for
using improved biological objects in Medicine.
Bioengineering Techniques and Environmental Protection
Semester: 5
ECTS points: 3
Hours: 108
The course aims to develop students' understanding of Bioengineering methods and
techniques used for Environmental Protection.
The objectives of the course are to develop environmental Bioengineering methods and
techniques; to restore and maintain stability of natural ecosystems, as well as natural and
anthropogenic systems by using mechanisms for self-purification of natural objects.
Human Molecular Genetics and Disease
Semester: 6
ECTS points: 2
Hours : 72
The course aims to develop students' understanding of molecular mechanisms, processes
underlying biological life and transfer of genetic material in the course of sexual and asexual
reproduction of microorganisms, plants and animals.
The objectives of the course are to study theoretical basics and practical methods of
genetic material handling; to construct recombinant DNA and genetically modified organisms.
Environmental Bioremediation
Semester: 6
ECTS points: 2
Hours : 72
The course aims to develop students' understanding of theoretical basics and methods of
biological treatment of water, soil and atmosphere; to apply gained knowledge and skills in
solving professional tasks.
The objectives of the course are to familiarise students with major pollutant factors of the
environment; to understand the role of biological objects in the processes of self-purification of
ecosystems; to study methods of cleaning soil, water and atmosphere by using microorganisms,
plants and fungi.