BIO407 Protein Engineering
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Genetics and Bioengineering
Mohamed Ibrahim
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
"The course aims : - To enable students to Describe rational and combinatorial methods of protein engineering - To train students to critically analyse data and conclusions from the primary literature - To train students to formulate an original research plan for a specific protein engineering study and describe the advantages and limitations of the proposed research - To enable students to converse at an advanced level about current key topics of investigation in the field of protein engineering"
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Protein Structure and Function 1e, Whiteford D -2008 Wiley.
Additional Literature
Introduction to Protein Science; Architecture, Function and Genomics, Arthur M. Lesk, 2006 - Oxford.Teaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Team assigments
Team projects that involve real data, computer analysis, summary, interpretation and reporting
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | An introduction to protein - Structure and function | Whiteford chapter 1 |
| 2 | Amino Acids: the building blocks of Proteins | Whiteford chapter 2 |
| 3 | Amino Acids: the building blocks of Proteins | Whiteford chapter 2 |
| 4 | The three dimensional structure of Proteins | Whiteford chapter 3 |
| 5 | The three dimensional structure of Proteins | Whiteford chapter 3 |
| 6 | The structure and function for fibrous proteins | Whiteford chapter 4 |
| 7 | The structure and function for fibrous proteins | Whiteford chapter 4 |
| 8 | The structure and function for membrane proteins | Whiteford chapter 5 |
| 9 | The structure and function for membrane proteins | Whiteford chapter 5 |
| 10 | Protein expression, purification and characterization | Whiteford chapter 9 |
| 11 | Protein expression, purification and characterization | Whiteford chapter 9 |
| 12 | Protein expression, purification and characterization | Whiteford chapter 9 |
| 13 | Protein folding | Whiteford chapter 11 |
| 14 | Protein folding | Whiteford chapter 11 |
| 15 | Revision |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIO407.1 | Course | Monday 15:00 - 17:50 | A F1.11 | - | - |
| BIO407.1 | Tutorial | Thursday 17:00 - 18:50 | A F2.13 | - | - |
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 4
In-term Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 5
Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3 5 6
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 4
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
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Assignments
10 hours ⏳ (2 week × 5 h)
Home Study
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
In-term Exam Study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Final Exam Study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Term Project/Presentation
20 hours ⏳ (2 week × 10 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 [BIO407] 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 | ||||||
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| BIO407 | Protein Engineering | 3 | 1 | 6 | Tuesday 12:00 - 2:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | Senior 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 | Ajla Tipura | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | "The course aims : - To enable students to Describe rational and combinatorial methods of protein engineering - To train students to critically analyse data and conclusions from the primary literature - To train students to formulate an original research plan for a specific protein engineering study and describe the advantages and limitations of the proposed research - To enable students to converse at an advanced level about current key topics of investigation in the field of protein engineering" |
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| Textbook | Protein Structure and Function 1e, Whiteford D -2008 Wiley. | |||||||||
| 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 discussions with examples. Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. Team assigments. 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 | An introduction to protein - Structure and function | Whiteford chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Amino Acids: the building blocks of Proteins | Whiteford chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Amino Acids: the building blocks of Proteins | Whiteford chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | The three dimensional structure of Proteins | Whiteford chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | The three dimensional structure of Proteins | Whiteford chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | The structure and function for fibrous proteins | Whiteford chapter 4 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | The structure and function for fibrous proteins | Whiteford chapter 4 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | The structure and function for membrane proteins | Whiteford chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | The structure and function for membrane proteins | Whiteford chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Protein expression, purification and characterization | Whiteford chapter 9 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Protein expression, purification and characterization | Whiteford chapter 9 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Protein expression, purification and characterization | Whiteford chapter 9 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Protein folding | Whiteford chapter 11 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Protein folding | Whiteford chapter 11 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Revision | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| In-term Exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation | 2 | 10 | 1,3,5,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 2 | 20 | 1,2,4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Assignments | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| Home Study | 3 | 15 | 45 | |||||||
| In-term Exam Study | 15 | 1 | 15 | Final Exam Study | 15 | 1 | 15 | |||
| Term Project/Presentation | 10 | 2 | 20 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 13/03/2026 | |||||||||