BIO308 Plant Structure and Physiology
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Genetics and Bioengineering
Mohamed Ibrahim
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course aims : - Understanding of plant cell structure and function; - To provide students with a knowledge of plant structure (Morphology and Anatomy); - To provide students with a knowledge of plant physiological processes; - To develop practical skills in studying different plants tissues; - To give students experimental skills in plant physiology; - To develop skills in using light microscopy for examining different plant tissues
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
1- Introduction to plant physiology, (4th ed.) John Wiley, William Hopkins G. (2009).New Jersey, USA
Additional Literature
- Student's Guide to practical Botany, Mohamed Ragab Abdelgawwad, Dobra Knijga, 2014.C21Teaching Methods
Class presentations and discussions with examples will be held online through Microsoft TEAMS
Online Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning
Team assignments
Team projects that involve real data, computer analysis, summary, interpretation and reporting
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plant Morphology-types of roots and modification | PART II: 7 |
| 2 | Plant Morphology-types of stem and modification | PART II: 6 |
| 3 | Plant Morphology-types of leaves and modification | PART II: 5 |
| 4 | Root anatomy (Monocots & Dicots) | PART II: 8 |
| 5 | Stem and leaves anatomy (Monocots & Dicots) | PART II: 9, 10 |
| 6 | Plant Water relations | Ch.1 |
| 7 | Plant Water relations | Ch.1 |
| 8 | Photosynethesis: Light Reaction | Ch.6, Ch.7 |
| 9 | Photosynethesis: Dark Reaction | Ch.8, Ch.9 |
| 10 | Mineral nutrition | Ch.3 |
| 11 | Mineral nutrition | Ch.4 |
| 12 | Nitrogen Assimilation | Ch.11 |
| 13 | Plant Hormons | Ch.18,19,20 |
| 14 | Secondary Metabolites | Ch.27 |
| 15 | Revision |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00 - 15:00 | A F1.14 | |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F1.14 | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F1.14 | |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F1.14 | |
| Friday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F1.14 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Active tutorials
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 4
In-term exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Homework
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Assignments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Assignments
10 hours ⏳ (2 week × 5 h)
Active tutorials
10 hours ⏳ (5 week × 2 h)
Home study
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
In-term exam study
13 hours ⏳ (1 week × 13 h)
Final exam study
18 hours ⏳ (1 week × 18 h)
Homework
15 hours ⏳ (5 week × 3 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [BIO308] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| BIO308 | Plant Structure and Physiology | 3 | 0 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | Junior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Mohamed Ibrahim | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 12:00-15:00 Tuesday: 10:00-12:00 Wednesday: 10:00-12:00 Thursday: 10:00-12:00 Friday: 10:00-12:00 |
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| mragab@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The course aims : - Understanding of plant cell structure and function; - To provide students with a knowledge of plant structure (Morphology and Anatomy); - To provide students with a knowledge of plant physiological processes; - To develop practical skills in studying different plants tissues; - To give students experimental skills in plant physiology; - To develop skills in using light microscopy for examining different plant tissues |
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| Textbook | 1- Introduction to plant physiology, (4th ed.) John Wiley, William Hopkins G. (2009).New Jersey, USA | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Class presentations and discussions with examples will be held online through Microsoft TEAMS. online Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning. Team assignments. Team projects that involve real data, computer analysis, summary, interpretation and reporting. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Plant Morphology-types of roots and modification | PART II: 7 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Plant Morphology-types of stem and modification | PART II: 6 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Plant Morphology-types of leaves and modification | PART II: 5 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Root anatomy (Monocots & Dicots) | PART II: 8 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Stem and leaves anatomy (Monocots & Dicots) | PART II: 9, 10 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Plant Water relations | Ch.1 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Plant Water relations | Ch.1 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Photosynethesis: Light Reaction | Ch.6, Ch.7 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Photosynethesis: Dark Reaction | Ch.8, Ch.9 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Mineral nutrition | Ch.3 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Mineral nutrition | Ch.4 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Nitrogen Assimilation | Ch.11 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Plant Hormons | Ch.18,19,20 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Secondary Metabolites | Ch.27 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Revision | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Active tutorials | 5 | 10 | 2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| In-term exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Homework | 5 | 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Assignments | 2 | 10 | 2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 14 | 42 | Assignments | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| Active tutorials | 2 | 5 | 10 | Home study | 3 | 14 | 42 | |||
| In-term exam study | 13 | 1 | 13 | Final exam study | 18 | 1 | 18 | |||
| Homework | 3 | 5 | 15 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||