BIO515 Bio-Imaging Systems
BIO515 Bio-Imaging Systems
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Genetics and Bioengineering
Mohamed Ibrahim
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
1- Recognize Bio-Imaging systems used in Biological research. 2- Explain bioimaging techniques in many types of biological and biomedical research. 3- Use images softwares linked to microscopy. 4- Perform improvements on digital images scientifically. 5- Discuss and understand of microscopy theory and to be proficient with modern microscopy techniques.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Fundamentals of light microscopy and electronic imaging, Douglas B. Murphy - Wiley. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Additional Literature
Selected scientific articles related to Bio-Imaging Systems.Teaching Methods
Lecture presentations and discussions with examples will be held online through Microsoft TEAMS
Online Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning
Team assignments
Presentations that involve real data, computer analysis, summary, interpretation and reporting
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FUNDAMENTALS OF LIGHT MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter |
| 2 | ILLUMINATORS, FILTERS, AND THE ISOLATION OFSPECIFIC WAVELENGTHS | Book Chapter |
| 3 | PROPERTIES OF POLARIZED LIGHT | Book Chapter |
| 4 | DARK FIELD MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter |
| 5 | POLARIZATION MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter |
| 6 | FLUORESCENCE MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter |
| 7 | CONFOCAL LASER SCANNING MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter |
| 8 | TWO-PHOTON EXCITATION FLUORESCENCEMICROSCOPY | Book Chapter |
| 9 | SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter |
| 10 | TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter |
| 11 | SUPERRESOLUTION IMAGING | Book Chapter |
| 12 | IMAGING LIVING CELLS WITH THE MICROSCOPE | Book Chapter |
| 13 | FUNDAMENTALS OF DIGITAL IMAGING | Book Chapter |
| 14 | DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING | Book Chapter |
| 15 | Revision |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIO515.1 | Course | Wednesday 18:00 - 20:50 | A F1.17 | - | - |
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
presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Assignments and articles analysis
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 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:
Lectures
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Assignments
14 hours ⏳ (2 week × 7 h)
Final Exam study
17 hours ⏳ (1 week × 17 h)
Term Project/presentation
14 hours ⏳ (2 week × 7 h)
Home study
60 hours ⏳ (15 week × 4 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 [BIO515] 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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| BIO515 | Bio-Imaging Systems | 3 | 0 | 6 | Wednesdays 18:00 - 20:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | 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 | None | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | 1- Recognize Bio-Imaging systems used in Biological research. 2- Explain bioimaging techniques in many types of biological and biomedical research. 3- Use images softwares linked to microscopy. 4- Perform improvements on digital images scientifically. 5- Discuss and understand of microscopy theory and to be proficient with modern microscopy techniques. |
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| Textbook | Fundamentals of light microscopy and electronic imaging, Douglas B. Murphy - Wiley. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 | |||||||||
| 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 | lecture presentations and discussions with examples will be held online through Microsoft TEAMS. online Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning. Team assignments. Presentations 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 | FUNDAMENTALS OF LIGHT MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 2 | ILLUMINATORS, FILTERS, AND THE ISOLATION OFSPECIFIC WAVELENGTHS | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 3 | PROPERTIES OF POLARIZED LIGHT | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 4 | DARK FIELD MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 5 | POLARIZATION MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 6 | FLUORESCENCE MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 7 | CONFOCAL LASER SCANNING MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 8 | TWO-PHOTON EXCITATION FLUORESCENCEMICROSCOPY | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 9 | SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 10 | TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPY | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 11 | SUPERRESOLUTION IMAGING | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 12 | IMAGING LIVING CELLS WITH THE MICROSCOPE | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 13 | FUNDAMENTALS OF DIGITAL IMAGING | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| Week 14 | DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING | Book Chapter | ||||||||
| 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 | |||||
| presentation | 2 | 30 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Assignments and articles analysis | 2 | 30 | 1,2,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lectures | 3 | 15 | 45 | Assignments | 7 | 2 | 14 | |||
| Final Exam study | 17 | 1 | 17 | Term Project/presentation | 7 | 2 | 14 | |||
| Home study | 4 | 15 | 60 | 0 | ||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||