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Johns Hopkins University | EN.540.307

Cell Biology for Engineers

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(3.78)

This course explores fundamental structural details and molecular functions of different parts of the cell. Considerable emphasis is placed on experimental/quantitative approaches to answering these questions. Topics include Central dogma and the nucleus; protein trafficking; ion transporters; cytoskeleton; molecular motors; cell cycle and cell division; signal transduction, cell growth and cancer; cell death, the extracellular matrix; cell adhesion, cell junctions and epithelium; and muscle contraction, cell motility and morphogenesis.

Spring 2015

(3.54)

Spring 2023

(4.02)

Spring 2015

Professor: Xin Yi Chan, Joy Yang

(3.54)

The best aspects of the course included restricting non-engineers from enrol ment, the manageable workload, and the accessibility of the professors. Students appreciated the frequent quizzes and assignments that encouraged them to stay on top of the work. Many students reported that exams tested memorization rather than an understanding of the material, and that they were too short given their impact on final grades. Suggestions for improvement included providing more detailed and organized lecture notes, and amending the exams to make them longer and more clearly worded. Prospective engineering students should consider this class as a good alternative to the biology department’s course.

Spring 2023

Professor: Nagma Zerin

(4.02)