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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The programme of Proteins: Biology’s Workforce created by the platform of EdX with Rice University provides great learning freedom to all the candidates who are interested in the field of biology. This course will help the students to understand the basics and advance knowledge related to the protein functions and effects related to it on the human body. The students who will take this course curriculum should spend at least 5 weeks completing the programme.

Each week every candidate who is participating in this programme should spend 4-6 hours per week. Participants have to access the contents of this course curriculum in digital learning mode only. This curriculum offered by Rice University is a self-paced learning programme which gives great learning flexibility to all learners. Candidates who are interested in highlighting the skills and techniques learned here on their CVs, resumes and academic records can also gain verified certification for this programme after paying the fees to the authorities. All the learners who are interested in learning from this course can avail of this course free of cost but have to pay fees for the certification. This programme can be pursued in two modes, paid and free. In the free mode, the leaners will be provided access only for a limited duration.

The Highlights

100 percent online learning programme
Candidates can avail this course at no cost
Verified certification available
Certification available after paying the fees
Easily shareable certificates
Self-paced learning course
In collaboration with Rice University
Programme duration of 5 weeks
4-6 hours per week required
Intermediate level course

Programme Offerings

Lectures
Supplementary materials
quizzes
assignments
case study
Practice questions

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 14033	yes	Rice University, Houston

Interested candidates can avail of this course at xero cost.
Students who are interested in achieving verified certification for this programme have to pay Rs. 14,033 to the concerned authorities.

Fee details for the programme of Proteins: Biology’s Workforce

Fee category	Amount in rupees
Registration fee	nil
Certification fee	14,033

Eligibility Criteria

Education

Participants who are interested to pursue this course should have minimum qualifications in senior secondary school biology and chemistry.

Certification Qualifying details

Candidates who want to achieve certification for this programme should complete the course content in 100 percent online mode. He/she should be able to complete all the questions, quizzes, assignments and should be able to gain a final passing score in the exam conducted at the end of the programme. Learners who want to pursue this course have to pay the certification fee according to the instructions provided by the platform.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Biology

After completing this course candidates will gain important insights on-

Students will learn about how to purify the protein structure and functions.
Learners may gain knowledge on how to analyze the protein structure.
Participants are able to characterize each function and structure of proteins.
Through the curriculum, students will learn about the variety of functions that are performed by the proteins.
Candidates may understand about enzyme catalysis.
Participants may acquire knowledge about how proteins are structured.
Learners are able to understand protein folding.
The enrolled candidates may learn about the concepts of biological molecules.
The programme will help the candidates to understand more about the transport proteins.
Course curriculum will make the candidates understand the methods required to determine the structure, weights, and contribution to cell function.

Who it is for

The programme of Proteins: Biology’s Workforce is highly beneficial for-

Aspirants who are interested in biology and functions related to it.
Students who want to increase academic records and want to work professionally.
Working professionals who want to pursue new careers or want to explore their existing career.

Admission Details

Candidates can refer to the below mentioned steps for acquiring admission in the course-

Step 1: Click on the URL provided https://www.edx.org/course/proteins-biologys-workforce

Step 2: You will now reach the website of edX.

Step 3: Every candidate who wishes to pursue this course can see an option of ‘enrol’ at the top of their screen.

Step 4: Click on the option of ‘enrol’ and create your account.

Step 5: You can now login into your account with your credentials and can select the option of ‘upgrade to verified’.

Step 6: Choose the payment method and pay the fees to pursue the verified course.

Step 7: You are now enrolled in the verified course and will receive certification after completing this programme.

The Syllabus

Welcome survey (optional)
Tips and troubleshooting
Welcome survey
Overview and course objectives
Introduction to RiceX BIOC300.1x - background materials

Overview
Celebrate proteins [optional]
What're new/questions
Test your skills [optional]
Supplementary material [optional]
Quiz
Homework
Lecture video

Homework/case study
Protein function
Protein structure

Share your thoughts
Final exam

Evaluation process

Learners who are interested in achieving certification for this course have to appear for the final exam conducted at the end of the course curriculum and have to complete all the assignments as well as other required formalities.

Instructors

Rice University, Houston Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Are there any additional sources provided with course materials for better understanding about the subject?

Along with course material and modules, the faculty has additionally provided supplementary material for the candidates which will help the students to increase the understanding of the subject. It should be noted that all the additional sources such as extra questions, supplementary materials are absolutely optional.

2: Any reference books are required during the tenure of this programme?

Reference books are not required for pursuing this programme but in case the candidates are interested to study from specific books or resources they can refer to books such as Essential cell biology 4th edition and Molecular Biology of cell 5th and 6th edition. Essential cell biology is easily available than the other book. Candidates can also refer to biology in an online format from Openstax college biology from the basic concepts.

3: How much should I incets during each lecture?

Students should invest time according to their own pace. Candidates can invest 4-6 hours per lecture for increase in understanding.

4: What is the expected structure of the final exam conducted at the end of the course?

Practice questions are provided for the students; all the questions will be similar to the structure of practice questions only. The final exam will have 50 questions.

5: What is an audit course?

Candidates can access the course curriculum at no cost by auditing the particular course. It should be noted that the audited course does not contain certification and graded assignments.

6: How can I get help regarding the course contents and assignments?

In case the students need some help regarding the assignments and course contents they can always access the discussion forum. Candidates can clear all their doubts from the help of their colleagues on the discussion forum.

7: Can I communicate with programme faculty?

Candidates cannot directly communicate with the faculty but they can always communicate with them through the discussion forums.

8: Can i download the course contents?

Generally, the participants should have an active Internet connection for accessing the course contents. Although sometimes candidates can access the course contents in offline mode by downloading the content.

9: How much should I spend to complete this course?

Learners should spend 5 weeks completing this course and for achieving the certificate.

10: Is financial aid available?

Financial assistance is available only for eligible students. Candidates need to fill the application form and they will be notified if they are eligible for it.