S-BIOL313LA BIOMOLECULES LABORATORY

Module 1: Course Introduction and Laboratory Safety Guidelines

MODULE 1
Course Introduction and
Laboratory Safety Guidelines

ASST. PROF. GIDEON A. LEGASPI, RCh, MSc

DR. LOLIBETH V. FIGUEROA, RCh
Module Author

Biological Sciences Department

College of Science and Computer Studies
De La Salle University-Dasmariñas
Dasmariñas City, Cavite

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Title Page
1.1 Gospel Reflection 3
1.2 Teacher Introduction 4
Enabling Assessment 1.1 – Getting to Know You 5
1.3 Tips on Successful Home-based Learning 6
1.4 Parts of the Module 7
1.5 Comparison of Printed with Online Modules 8
1.6 Communication Platform 8
1.7 Course Syllabus 9
1.8 Module Learning Outcomes 18
1.9 Laboratory Safety Orientation and Guidelines 18
A. Laboratory Safety Guidelines 18
B. Personal Protective Equipment 19
Enabling Assessment 1.2 – Quiz on Laboratory Safety and Guidelines 20
1.10 References 21

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1.1 Gospel Reflection

“The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my

rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves
me, and my place of safety”
-Psalms 18:2 (New Living Translation)

We all want to stay safe as we face the dangers and uncertainties brought about by
COVID-19 pandemic. Healthwise we practice physical distancing, wear mask and face shield
outside our residence, observe strict personal hygiene, and stay put in our house as much as
possible. However, not everyone has the prudence in practicing these health guidelines. The
prolonged quarantine period is also affecting us negatively in terms of economic, psycho-
social, and socio-political aspects. To whom can we turn for comfort, assurance, and sense of
protection?
As Psalms 18:2 says, the Lord is our rock, fortress, savior, shield, and place of safety.
In these uncertain times there is one certain thing that we can hold on to – God is here to bring
us rest, comfort, and peace even during this perilous time. Cast all your anxieties, fears, and
worries to Him in prayer, meditation, and worship. His love, grace, and provisions will give you
the courage and strength to face life’s challenges. God bless and keep us all safe! © Legaspi, 2020
Reflection Point: In what ways did you personally find comfort and protection through our
Lord?
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1.2 Teacher Introduction

Hello my dear students and welcome to our class in Biomolecules Laboratory!

I am Dr. Lolibeth V. Figueroa and you can simply call me Ma’am Beth. I am a chemist by
profession and graduated with a degree of MS Chemistry from Adamson University and
eventually finished my Ph.D. in Science Education major in Chemistry from Centro Escolar
University.
Teaching in such a prestigious university like De La Salle University-Dasmariñas really serves
as another milestone in my career. I continue to serve our beloved university with a passionate
heart for teaching as well as providing extra miles to my students from all walks of life.
Working in the academe is challenging yet fulfilling in terms of dealing with different students
every semester with their varied potentials, abilities, and capabilities. It is my pleasure to help
widen the horizons of my students academically and beyond.
I teach lecture and/or laboratory classes in Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry,
Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry and even in the Graduate School; and this is my first time
to handle this subject Biomolecules Laboratory.

Remember that learning is a cooperative and collaborative process between the teacher and
the students. As your mentor, I will give my best effort in explaining the intricacies of the
concepts and principles that you need to learn and master through the printed modules. I will
assess your outputs and give feedbacks for improvement through the official means of
communication that will be discussed later. On your part, I expect that you will be diligent
enough in studying through the modules and accomplishing the enabling and summative
assessments within the prescribed period. Let us work together to make your learning
experience enjoyable and fruitful! 

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Enabling Assessment 1.1 Getting to Know You

Name Date
Teacher CYS
Points 20 points Time Allotment 30 minutes Score

Instruction: Kindly introduce yourself by saying your full name, contact details (cellphone number, e-
mail address, and FB messenger if any), place of residence, and brief academic background. Please
explain your home learning set-up/situation so that I can better understand how I can help and support
you academically. Also tell me about your learning expectations via printed modules. Lastly, paste a
recent and decent close-up picture of yourself for our class record. Rest assured that all your personal
data will be handled confidentiality and will only be used for academic purposes.

Paste your picture here.

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1.3 Tips for Successful Home-based Learning

The success of your home-based learning (HBL) set-up is hinged on self-discipline and
dedication on your part and sufficient academic support on my end as your subject teacher.
Here are some tips for a successful HBL using the printed modules that are provided to you.
1. Find the most conducive place in your house, dorm, or apartment where you can study
with minimal distractions and disruptions. Ideally it should be well ventilated, with ample
lighting, and with enough space for you to read and write.

2. Be organized and prudent in keeping your modules and learning materials. You will only
be given a single copy of the modules so be careful not to lose or damage them.

3. Prepare yourself physically, intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually before studying.

Have some light snacks and refreshment ready in case you go hungry while studying.
Listening to your favorite “inspiring music” in moderate volume can help stimulate your
mind. Pray and meditate through the Gospel Reflection for spiritual inspiration.

4. Establish a learning schedule and routine. Allot specific time for all the courses that you
are taking this semester. Do not wait to be “in the mood” for learning but rather establish
a habit of motivating yourself to study and learn diligently.

5. Read the lessons carefully and sequentially. Take a small break in between your
studying if you already feel overwhelmed and exhausted. If you are too confused about
certain topics, read through available reference materials at hand and/or seek my help
and guidance through our official communication channels.

6. Take note of key concepts and principles by using a highlighter, underlining the text, or
writing them down on a notebook for your future reference.

7. Read the rubric if any to understand how I will grade your output based on the
established standards or learning outcomes. Make it your guide in formulating your
answers.

8. Answer the assessments on a scratch paper first and then review your answers and
make necessary corrections. Once you are sure of your answers, transfer them on the
official answer sheet in the module which you will be passing to me for grading and
feedback. Keep your scratch papers as personal reference.

9. Be honest in accomplishing your assessments. Do not plagiarize by directly copying

information from any sources word for word. Paraphrase them and make appropriate
attributions to the original source/author. Accomplish the assessments yourself because
they are given for your own learning and academic progress.

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1.4 Parts of the Modules

1. Title Page – gives the module number, module title, author, the department offering the
course, and the college where this department belongs.

2. Table of Contents – lists the sequential order of the module sections and the page
number where you can find them.

3. Gospel Reflection – gives an inspirational Bible verse(s) for you to meditate and reflect
on. Submit the copy of your Gospel Reflection for extra credits.

4. Module Learning Outcomes – highlights the Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

and/or Topic Learning Outcomes (TLOs) of the module.

5. Motivating Activity - this is a starting activity that will introduce you to the lesson at
hand. This may be graded for extra credits together with the Gospel Reflection.

6. Lesson Proper - this contains the discussions, explanations, examples, illustrations,

exercises, and activities for the topic at hand. This may be subdivided into subsections
that are related to the main topic.

7. Enabling Assessments - it is designed to determine your understanding of the

previously discussed lessons. This should be submitted to the subject teacher for
grading and feedback. There can a variety of enabling assessments within a module or
a single type only. The totality of Enabling Assessment will make up 60% of your grade
per term.

8. Summative Assessments - it is designed to develop your higher order thinking skills

by applying, analyzing, evaluate, and synthesizing the learned concepts across several
modules. This should be submitted to the subject teacher for grading and feedback.
There are two summative assessments per term that will make up 40% of your grade
per term.

9. References - these are the sources of information used in the module which are also
recommended for further studies.

10. Self-Care/Me-Time - offers breaks within the module and suggests ways on how you
can spend your free time based on your needs.

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1.5 Comparison of Printed with Online Modules

The on-going COVID-19 pandemic has forced the migration of teaching and learning
across all education levels to Distance Learning Mode primarily through various online learning
platforms. DLSU-D has been using the Schoolbook platform for blended learning for several
years already, making the migration to fully online learning a smoother process than most
institutions. However, the University recognizes that not all students have the means to avail of
the fully online learning mode through Schoolbook. As such, a Home-based Learning set-up
using printed modules is being offered to these students as part of the “Care-Centered
Learning Framework”.
Measures were put up to ensure that the content and quality of the printed modules will
be the same as the online modules. However, it is understandable that the technological
features of the online platform cannot be duplicated in the printed modules such as:
 Lessons – the interactive and multimedia-rich features using MS Office suite, video
integration, online gamification, learning path directions, and many others are only
possible through the Schoolbook platform.
 Assessments – the adaptive nature, multiple chances, variety of forms, and
interactive nature of assessments and its real-time grading and feedback mechanism
is not possible in paper-based modules.
 Consultations – students through the Schoolbook platform can communicate with
their subject teacher in a variety of ways such as MS Teams, chat, direct messaging,
and online discussion among others. For printed modules, the means of
communication is limited to text and call.
 Submission of Assessments – online students can submit their assessment
anytime and anywhere within the prescribed period through Schoolbook. For printed
modules, the assessments are sent by courier or in person if allowed under the
quarantine conditions on or before the set deadline.

1.6 Communication Platform

The official communication platform for home-based learning is through text or call to
the personal mobile number of your subject teacher. You are not allowed to share my personal
contact details to anyone else. Text and call should be made during the stipulated day and
time only:
Mobile Number: +639293405872
For consultation thru text message: Mon-Fri, from 0830-1730 H.
For consultation thru phone call: Mon-Fri, from 1430-1730 H with prior permission.

Consultation Protocol: Introduce your name, section, and subject before your specific
concern in a text message. Seek permission to call by sending a text message beforehand.

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1.7 Course Syllabus

COURSE CODE : S-BIOL313LA
COURSE TITLE : Biomolecules
COURSE TYPE : Laboratory
COURSE CREDIT : 2 Units
PRE-REQUISITES : S-CHEM022 Biochemistry
CO-REQUISITES : S-BIOL313 Biomolecules Lecture

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The course provides an understanding on the structure and function of large and small biomolecules
involved in metabolism and information transfer in living organisms. The course covers both chemical and
biological processes and their mechanisms. It involves different molecular techniques for separation,
determination and characterization of biomolecules such as centrifugation, spectrophotometry and gel
electrophoresis.
The course will have a special provision on modality, pacing, pedagogy, assessment type, communication
and feedback based on the national, regional, provincial, city, and institutional guidelines for the safety amidst
disaster and pandemic. Hence, this class shall be delivered in both online and offline/module-based approach.
This course is also compliant with Outcomes-Based Education (OBE) and 21st Century Learning Design
(21CLD) frameworks.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this course, students are expected to:
CLO1. Understand laboratory safety protocols in conducting biomolecular experiments.
CLO2. Correlate the structure of biomolecules and their properties by performing various qualitative tests.
CLO3. Enhance laboratory skills in isolating and characterizing biomolecules by applying basic and advanced
techniques in biomolecular analysis.
CLO4. Analyze scientific evidences in biochemical processes by testing hypothesis and methodologies.
CLO5. Design experiment to test biochemical concepts by applying various techniques learned in the laboratory.
CLO6. Exhibit the value of scientific inquiry by relating the importance of biochemical concepts to other
scientific disciplines as well as to its role in daily lives.
CLO7. Compose scientific literature and presentation that effectively communicate recent biomolecular
researches.
CLO8. Manifest the spirit of faith, zeal, and communion by appreciating the wonders and intricacies of all living
things, committing oneself to the learning process, and cooperating with others.
CLO9. Demonstrate 21st century skills in all learning activities.

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LEARNING PLAN
Learning Outcomes for Midterm Period
Course Learning Outcomes
CLO1. Understand laboratory safety protocols in
conducting biomolecular experiments.
CLO2. Correlate the structure of biomolecules and
their properties by performing various qualitative tests.
CLO3. Enhance laboratory skills in isolating and
characterizing biomolecules by applying basic and
advanced techniques in biomolecular analysis.
CLO7. Compose scientific literature and
presentation that effectively communicate recent
biomolecular researches.
CL08. Manifest the spirit of faith, zeal, and
communion by appreciating the wonders and
intricacies of all living things, commitment to learning,
and collaboration with others.
CLO9. Demonstrate 21st century skills in all learning
activities.
S-BIOL313LA BIOMOLECULES LABORATORY
Topic Learning Outcomes
 TLO1. Identify the laboratory safety guidelines that should be
observed while working in the laboratory.
 TLO2. Explain the importance of observing laboratory safety
protocols in conducting laboratory experiments.
 TLO3. Correlate carbohydrate structure and their properties by
performing various qualitative tests.
 TLO4. Identify unknown carbohydrate samples through their
qualitative reaction profile.
 TLO5. Correlate lipid structure and their properties by
performing various qualitative tests.
 TLO6. Differentiate the various classes of lipids through
qualitative tests.
 TLO7. Correlate lipid structure and their properties by
performing various qualitative tests.
 TLO8. Identify the different functional groups of proteins
through their qualitative reactions.
 TLO9. Isolate carbohydrates from various sources.
 TLO10. Characterize isolated carbohydrates by various
methods of analysis.
 TLO11. Isolate lipids from various sources.
 TLO12. Characterize isolated lipids by various methods of
analysis.
 TLO13. Isolate proteins from various sources.
 TLO14. Characterize isolated proteins by various methods of
analysis.
 TLO15. Construct scientific poster that communicate results of
recent research involving carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
 Lasallian core values (not part of the topic but incorporated in
the lessons)
 Collaboration, Skilled Communication, Knowledge
Construction, Self-Regulation, Real-World Problem-Solving,
Use of ICT (not part of topic, but integrated in assessments)
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Allotted Hours
Asynchronous
Synchronous

Assessment
Summative
Teaching-Learning Activities / Assessment

Activities
Module No
Strategy

Onsite
and
Learning Offline/Printed Online Module Technology
Outcome(s) Date Module Activities Activities Enabler
 Gospel Reflection  Gospel Reflection
Module 1  Printed course  Uploaded course
syllabus and course syllabus and course
CLO1 overview overview
CLO8  Laboratory Safety  Laboratory Safety
Week Schoolbook 3.0
CLO9 Orientation and Orientation and /
1-1 MS Teams
Guidelines Guidelines
TLO1  Enabling Assessment:  Enabling
TLO2 Quiz on Laboratory Assessment: Quiz on
Safety and Guidelines Laboratory Safety
and Guidelines
 Gospel Reflection  Gospel Reflection
 Paper-based  Virtual Experiment
Module 2 Schoolbook
Week Experiment on on Qualitative
MS Stream / 3.0
1-2 Qualitative Analysis Analysis of
CLO2
of Carbohydrates Carbohydrates
CLO8
CLO9
 Enabling  Enabling
TLO3 Assessment: Assessment:
TLO4 Week Worksheet on Worksheet on Schoolbook
/ 3.0
2-1 Structure and Structure and
Qualitative Analysis Qualitative Analysis
of Carbohydrates of Carbohydrates
 Gospel Reflection
 Gospel Reflection
 Paper-based
Module 3  Virtual Experiment Schoolbook
Week Experiment on
on Structure and MS Stream / 3.0
2-2 Structure and
CLO2 Qualitative Analysis
Qualitative Analysis
CLO8 of Lipids
of Lipids
CLO9
TLO5  Enabling  Enabling
TLO6 Assessment: Assessment:
Week Worksheet on Worksheet on Schoolbook
/ 3.0
3-1 Structure and Structure and
Qualitative Analysis Qualitative Analysis
of Lipids of Lipids
 Gospel Reflection
 Gospel Reflection
 Paper-based
Module 4  Virtual Experiment Schoolbook
Week Experiment on
on Structure and MS Stream / 3.0
3-2 Structure and
CLO2 Qualitative Analysis
Qualitative Analysis
CLO8 of Proteins
of Proteins
CLO9
TLO7  Enabling  Enabling
TLO8 Assessment: Assessment:
Week Worksheet on Worksheet on Schoolbook
/ 3.0
4-1 Structure and Structure and
Qualitative Analysis Qualitative Analysis
of Proteins of Proteins

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 Onsite Consultation  Onsite Consultation MS Teams

and Post-Lab and Post-Lab (if onsite
Week
Discussion if Discussion if consultation / 3.0
4-2
allowed, otherwise allowed, otherwise is not yet
text/call consultation online consultation allowed)
Week
SELF-CARE/ME-TIME 3.0
5-1
Summative Assessment Summative Assessment
1 – Paper-based Exam 1 – Online Exam on
Week on Structure and Structure and
Schoolbook / 3.0
5-2 Qualitative Analysis of Qualitative Analysis of
Carbohydrates, Lipids, Carbohydrates, Lipids,
and Proteins and Proteins
 Gospel Reflection
 Gospel Reflection
 Paper-based
 Virtual Experiment Schoolbook
Module 5 Week Experiment on 3.0
on Isolation and MS Stream /
6-1 Isolation and
Characterization of
CLO3 Characterization of
Carbohydrates
CLO8 Carbohydrates
CLO9  Enabling  Enabling
TLO9 Assessment: Assessment:
TLO10 Week Worksheet on Worksheet on Schoolbook 3.0
/
6-2 Isolation and Isolation and
Characterization of Characterization of
Carbohydrates Carbohydrates
 Gospel Reflection  Gospel Reflection
 Paper-based  Virtual Experiment
Module 6 Experiment on on Experiment on
Isolation and Isolation and
CLO3 Characterization of Characterization of Schoolbook
CLO8 Week Lipids Lipids MS Stream
/ 3.0
CLO9 7-1  Enabling  Enabling
TLO11 Assessment: Assessment:
TLO12 Worksheet on Worksheet on
Quantitative Quantitative
Characterization of Characterization of
Lipids Lipids
 Gospel Reflection
 Gospel Reflection
 Paper-based
 Virtual Experiment Schoolbook
Week Experiment on 3.0
on Isolation and MS Stream /
7-2 Isolation and
Analysis of Proteins
Module 7 Characterization of
Proteins
CLO3  Enabling  Enabling
CLO8 Assessment: Assessment:
CLO9 Week Worksheet on Worksheet on 3.0
Schoolbook /
TLO13 8-1 Isolation and Isolation and
TLO14 Characterization of Characterization of
TLO15 Proteins Proteins
 Onsite Consultation  Onsite Consultation MS Teams
and Post-Lab and Post-Lab (if onsite
Week
Discussion if Discussion if consultation / 3.0
8-2
allowed, otherwise allowed, otherwise is not yet
text/call consultation online consultation allowed)

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Week
SELF-CARE/ME-TIME 3.0
9-1
Summative Assessment Summative Assessment
2 – Written Exam on 2 – Online Exam on
Week Isolation and Isolation and Schoolbook
/ 3.0
9-2 Characterization of Characterization of
Carbohydrates, Lipids, Carbohydrates, Lipids,
and Proteins and Proteins
TOTAL 9.0 27.0 6.0 6.0 54.0

Learning Outcomes for Final Period

Course Learning Outcomes
CLO2. Demonstrate understanding on structure of
various biological molecules by performing laboratory
experiments.
Topic Learning Outcomes
 TLO16. Correlate nucleic structure and their properties by
performing various qualitative tests.
 TLO17. Differentiate deoxyribonucleic acids and ribonucleic
acids.

 TLO18. Isolate nucleic acids from various sources.

CLO3. Enhance laboratory skills in isolating and
 TLO19. Characterize isolated nucleic acids by various
characterizing biomolecules by applying basic and
methods of analysis.
advanced techniques in biomolecular analysis.

CLO4. Analyze scientific evidences in biochemical

processes by testing hypothesis and methodologies.  TLO20. Analyze advancements on methodologies for
biomolecular studies.

CLO5. Design an experiment to test biochemical

concepts by applying various techniques learned in the  TLO21. Propose an experimental design to resolve a specific
laboratory. problem in biomolecular research.

CLO6. Exhibit the value of scientific inquiry by relating

the importance of biochemical concepts to other
scientific disciplines as well as to its role in daily lives.
CLO7. Compose scientific literature and presentation
that effectively communicate recent biomolecular
researches.
CL08. Manifest the spirit of faith, zeal, and communion
by appreciating the wonders and intricacies of all living
things, commitment to learning, and collaboration with
others.
CLO9. Demonstrate 21st century skills in all learning
activities.
 TLO22. Relate biomolecular research to specific application
in agriculture, environment, nutrition, and health.
 TLO23. Construct an infographic poster on advancement on
methodologies for biomolecular studies.
 TLO24. Compose a capsule proposal that shows an
experimental design to resolve a specific problem in
biomolecular research.
 TLO25. Synthesize an audio-visual presentation that relates
biomolecular research to specific application in agriculture,
environment, nutrition, and health.
 Lasallian core values (not part of the topic but incorporated
in the lessons)
 Collaboration, Skilled Communication, Knowledge
Construction, Self-Regulation, Real-World Problem-Solving,
Use of ICT (not part of topic, but integrated in assessments)

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Allotted Hours
Asynchronous
Synchronous

Assessment
Summative

Activities
Module No Teaching-Learning Activities / Assessment Strategy

Onsite
and
Learning Printed Module Technology
Outcome(s) Date Activities Online Module Activities Enabler
 Gospel Reflection
 Gospel Reflection
 Paper-based
Module 8 Week  Virtual Experiment on Schoolbook
Experiment on / 3.0
10-1 Qualitative Analysis of MS Stream
Qualitative Analysis of
CLO2 Nucleic Acids
Nucleic Acids
CLO8
CLO9  Enabling Assessment:  Enabling Assessment:
TLO16 Worksheet on Worksheet on Structure
Week Schoolbook
TLO17 Structure and and Qualitative / 3.0
10-2
Qualitative Analysis of Analysis of Nucleic
Nucleic Acids Acids
 Gospel Reflection
 Gospel Reflection
 Paper-based
 Virtual Experiment on
Week Experiment on Schoolbook
Isolation and /
11-1 Isolation and MS Stream 3.0
Characterization of
Characterization of
Module 9 Nucleic Acids
Nucleic Acids
 Enabling Assessment:
CLO3  Enabling Assessment:
Worksheet on
CLO8 Week Worksheet on Isolation Schoolbook
Isolation and /
CLO9 11-2 and Characterization of 3.0
Characterization of
TLO10 Nucleic Acids
Nucleic Acids
 Onsite Consultation MS Teams
 Onsite Consultation and
and Post-Lab (if onsite
Week Post-Lab Discussion if
Discussion if allowed, consultation / 3.0
12-1 allowed, otherwise
otherwise text/call is not yet
online consultation
consultation allowed)
 Gospel Reflection  Gospel Reflection
 Activity on  Activity on
Week Advancements in Advancements in
Schoolbook / 3.0
12-2 Methodologies for Methodologies for
Biomolecular Studies Biomolecular Studies
Module 10
 Enabling Assessment:
 Enabling Assessment:
CLO4 Draft Infographic
Draft Infographic Poster
Week Poster on
CLO7 on Advancements on Schoolbook / 3.0
13-1 Advancements on
CLO8 Methodologies for
CLO9 Methodologies for
Biomolecular Studies
TLO11 Biomolecular Studies
TLO14 Week
SELF-CARE/ME-TIME 3.0
13-2
Summative Assessment Summative Assessment 1 –
1 – Output-based Exam: Output-based Exam: Final
Week Final Infographic Poster Infographic Poster on Schoolbook
/ 3.0
14-1 on Advancements in Advancements in
Methodologies for Methodologies for
Biomolecular Studies Biomolecular Studies

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 Gospel Reflection  Gospel Reflection

Module 11 Week  Activity on Capsule Activity on Capsule
Schoolbook 3.0
/
14-2 Proposal and Proposal and
CLO4 Experimental Design Experimental Design
CLO7  Enabling Assessment:  Enabling Assessment:
CLO8 Capsule Proposal that Capsule Proposal that
TLO12 Week
seeks to resolve a seeks to resolve a / 3.0
TLO15 15-1
specific problem in specific problem in
biomolecular research biomolecular research
 Gospel Reflection
 Gospel Reflection
 Activity on
 Activity on
Applications of
Applications of
Week Biomolecular
Biomolecular Research Schoolbook / 3.0
15-2 Research on
on Agriculture,
Agriculture,
Environment, Nutrition,
Environment,
and Health
Nutrition, and Health
 Onsite Consultation  Onsite Consultation if
Week Schoolbook
if allowed, otherwise allowed, otherwise / 3.0
16-1 MS Teams
text/call consultation online consultation
Module 12
Week
SELF-CARE/ME-TIME 3.0
16-2
CLO4
CLO7  Writing of Report on  Audio-visual
Week
CLO8 Applications of Presentation on
17-
TLO12 Biomolecular Applications of
1&2
TLO15 Research on Biomolecular Research MS Teams / 9.0
Agriculture, on Agriculture,
Week
Environment, Environment, Nutrition,
18-1
Nutrition, and Health and Health
Summative Assessment Summative Assessment 2 –
2 – Submission of Output-based Exam:
Finalized Written Report Submission of Edited
Week on Applications of Audio-visual Presentation
Schoolbook / 3.0
18-2 Biomolecular Research on Applications of
on Agriculture, Biomolecular Research on
Environment, Nutrition, Agriculture, Environment,
and Health Nutrition, and Health
9. 27. 54.
TOTAL 6.0 6.0
0 0 0

GRADING SYSTEM
Midterm
Enabling Assessments - 60%
Summative Assessments- 40%
100%
Finals
Enabling Assessments- 60%
Summative Assessments- 40%
100%

Overall Final Grade = Midterm + Final

2

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COURSE POLICIES AND REQUIREMENTS

1. Enrollment in an E-Class. Your teacher shall enroll you in the e-class. This will be based on the class list
provided by the Office of the University Registrar and at DLSU-D portal. For those who opted for printed
modules, you will only be given the module if you are officially enrolled.
2. Communication and Feedback
a. Online Synchronous Communication shall happen as indicated in the learning plan section of the
syllabus.
b. Online Asynchronous Communication shall happen when the faculty utilizes at least one of the
recommended asynchronous means of communication. The minimum response time for
asynchronous communication is 24 hours, excluding Sundays and holidays. All communication
platforms must be explicitly indicated in the syllabus. Below are the recommended asynchronous
communication platforms:
i. Forum – at the Forum Tab at Schoolbook, students can post their general concerns. The
forum is public and any post can be seen by the class.
ii. Messaging – at Schoolbook. Any private or confidential matters must be messaged
through Schoolbook messaging feature.
iii. Email – you may email your professor at lvfigueroa@dlsud.edu.ph
c. Offline Communication is only for students who opted for Printed Modules. Text messaging
subject to strict confidentiality agreement between the student and the professor maybe used. This
mode of communication is exclusive for the specified type of student. Calls may be entertained
within working hours (8AM to 5PM), while text messages may be responded to within 24 hours,
excluding Sundays and holidays.
d. Cursing and use of foul language is strictly forbidden whether in writing or verbally. Likewise,
shouting during live discussion, flooding of chat and messages, and online selling are not
allowed.

3. Attendance Policy
a. Attendance Policy for Online Classes is scheduled based on the learning plan. Attendance,
especially in synchronous classes, shall not be a basis for receiving a failing grade. It will not
comprise any grade in the class standing.
b. RSVP is part of the ethical process of conducting online meetings, as such the following actions
should be observed:
i. The synchronous meeting will be announced by the teacher at least 14 calendar days
before its schedule.
ii. The student must confirm his/her attendance at least three days before the scheduled
synchronous meeting.
iii. The faculty will announce two days before the calendared synchronous meeting if it will
push through or not. If cancelled, the faculty will announce a new schedule for the
synchronous meeting or the alternative asynchronous activity as replacement.
c. The minimum required attendees for a synchronous meeting shall be 50 percent of the entire
class. It is the faculty’s prerogative whether to continue or discontinue the session if it does not
reach 50 percent. However, if the attendees are less than 20 percent of the total class, the
synchronous session will be rescheduled; an asynchronous learning activity will take the place of
the supposed synchronous meeting.
d. All synchronous meetings will be recorded and embedded into a schoolbook page section. It must
also be accessed by students at MS Teams and other institutionally subscribed video hosting
platform.
e. The synchronous meeting will only be held at the schedule indicated in the registration form.

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4. Intellectual Property Policy

a. Policy and copyright infringement will not be tolerated. Any violation of such will earn students a
grade of zero in the assessment.
b. Using of any illegally obtained software is strictly prohibited.
c. Students are encouraged to use their original photos, videos, and other resources. Otherwise,
students can use royalty-free resources or embed the sources in their submissions to avoid
copyright infringement and/or plagiarism.
d. Inviting people who are not part of the class, in synchronous meetings is strictly prohibited,
unless approved by the subject teacher. Posing as another person during a synchronous activity is
strictly prohibited.
e. Giving of password to Schoolbook and Office 365 is strictly prohibited. Likewise, accessing
Schoolbook and Office 365 account other than the students’ personal account is also strictly
prohibited. Violating students will be reported to the Student Welfare and Formation Office
(SWAFO).

5. Other Policies
a. Attire - students must wear decent casual or smart-casual attire as prescribed by the Student
Handbook.
b. Microphone Use – microphone must be muted and only unmuted when required by your teacher.
c. Video – videos may be used by the teacher to validate attendance. However, the student can
choose to turn off the video if the teacher allows it.
d. The use of English is required for any presentation including the question and answer. Tagalog or
Taglish can only be used during consultation.

REFERENCES

Online References
Call number or Reference Material
e-provider
Ekinci D (ed.). 2015. Biotechnology. IntechOpen. [accessed 5 Aug 2020].
online
https://intechopen.com/books/biotechnology
Jacob-Lopes E and Zepka LQ. Biotechnology and Bioengineering. IntechOpen.
online [accessed 5 Aug 2020]. https://intechopen.com/books/biotechnology-and-
bioengineering
online Sato B, Woolfolk B, Kadandle P, Massimelli J, Lay M. Biochemistry Laboratory
Manual. Ayala School of Biological Sciences, University of California, Irvine.
[accessed 5 Aug 2020]. http://sites.uci.edu/m114l/files/2014/09/M114L-
Biochemistry-manual-COMPLETE.pdf

On-Site References
Call number or e- Reference Material
provider
QD 415.G192 Garrett RH, Grisham CM. 2017. Biochemistry. 6th ed. Boston (MA): Cengage
2017 Learning.
QH 506.B521 Nanau RM, Neuman MG. 2016. Biomolecules. New York (NY): Magnum
2016 Publishing LLC.
TP 248.22.Sch52 Schmid RD, Schimdt-Dannert C. 2016. Biotechnology: An Illustrated Primer.
2016 Weinheim (BW): Wiley-VCH.

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Prepared: Biological Sciences Department

1st Semester 2020-2021

Approved: Dr. Airill L. Mercurio

Chair, Biological Sciences Department

Endorsed: Dr. Cristina C. Salibay

Dean, CSCS

Take a 15-30 minute break before proceeding to the next section on Laboratory
Safety Orientation and Guidelines. Eat some light snacks if you are feeling hungry
and drink your favorite healthy beverage. Stretch out a bit too as you have been
sitting for quite a long time already. 

1.8 Module Learning Outcomes

By the end of this module you should be able to:
1. Identify the laboratory safety guidelines that should be observed while working in the
laboratory.
2. Explain the importance of observing laboratory safety protocols in conducting laboratory
experiments.

1.9 Laboratory Safety Orientation and Guidelines

A. Laboratory Safety Guidelines

Working in the laboratory exposes you to various hazards which are agents that have
the potential to cause harm. Laboratory safety protocols are established to minimize if not
eliminate your exposure to these hazards. Listed below are the comprehensive safety
protocols that you should strictly observe while working in the laboratory.
1. Know the location and proper use of various laboratory safety devices such as fire
extinguisher, fire blanket, safety shower with eye wash station, and first aid kit.
2. Eating, drinking, and smoking are strictly prohibited inside the laboratory.
3. Always wear personal protective equipment during experimentation i.e. laboratory
gown, safety googles, long pants, and closed-toe shoes. Long hair should be pony
tailed or covered with a hair net.
4. Read and understand the experimental procedures of beforehand.
5. Carry out experimental procedures carefully. Do not perform any unauthorized
experiment.
6. Keep your working area neat and orderly. Do not clutter the laboratory table with
unnecessary items like bags and books.
7. Keep glassware and chemicals away from the edge of the table.
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8. Know and understand the meaning of standard hazard signs on chemical labels and
observe the necessary safety measures.
9. All toxic, harmful, corrosive, and flammable chemicals should always be kept inside the
fume hood. Do not bring any of them to your laboratory table.
10. Use only the designated spatula, dropper, or pipette for each reagent to avoid cross-
contamination.
11. Always add acid to water and not water to acid to avoid a violent reaction.
12. Never heat flammable chemicals with open flame use water bath instead.
13. Do not touch hot objects with bare hands; use tongs or warm gloves.
14. Do not pick up broken glassware with bare hands. Throw the shards on designated
receptacle.
15. Report all untoward incidents to your laboratory instructor for proper action.
16. In case of chemical spillage on clothing and skin, remove the contaminated clothing and
wash the affected skin area with copious amount of water. Use the eye wash station for
chemical spillage on the eyes. Apply appropriate first aid treatment or bring the victim
to the clinic for treatment.
17. Consult your instructor for the proper clean-up and disposal of spilled chemicals.
18. Throw waste chemicals into their designated waste jar. Throw non-hazardous solid
wastes into the designated waste bin.
19. Clean your entire working area including the sink when you are done with the
experiment. Make sure all glassware are cleaned thoroughly and dried. Return all
borrowed materials, reagents, and equipment to the laboratory stock room.
20. Always wash your hands thoroughly after doing an experiment.

B. Personal Protective Equipment

Personal protective equipment (PPE) are garments and articles that are worn for
protection against various kinds of workplace hazards like physical, chemical, and biological
hazards. Standard PPE in Biomolecules consists of laboratory gown, safety goggles, long
pants, closed-toe shoes, and gloves. A laboratory gown is usually a white cotton buttoned
loose cloth that serves as barrier for your skin and clothing against laboratory hazards.
Remember that your lab gown is not a cape for flying (you are no superman/woman, but you
are one promising scientist in the making) so button down whenever you are wearing it! Safety
googles should have a wrap-around splash guard for better protection against chemical
spillage and projectiles that may damage your beautiful eyes. Long pants are required for
protecting your smooth or hairy legs, so even if you look much better wearing your shorts,
sorry they are not allowed if you are doing an experiment in the laboratory! Closed-toe shoes
are likewise the primary protection for your feet, so sandals are a big no in the laboratory!
Gloves, typically the latex ones, is only required when you are handling acutely toxic
chemicals or potentially infectious biological specimens. Always remember there are multiple
associated hazards when working in the laboratory, so wearing your PPE is for your own
protection though it may not be of stylish fashion!

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Enabling Assessment 1.2 Quiz on Laboratory Safety and Guidelines

Name Date
Teacher CYS
Points 20 points Time Allotment 30 minutes Score

Instruction: Scrutinize the given laboratory caricature below. Encircle ten violations of
laboratory safety protocols that you see and label them from 1 to 10. Write down the violations
on the given table accordingly and state the proper protocol that should be done.

Number Safety Protocol Violation and the Proper Action

1

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1.10 References
Joy PP, Surya S, Aswarthy C. 2015. Laboratory Manual of Biochemistry. Kerala Agricultural
University. [accessed 2020 Aug 25].
https://researchgate.net/publication/306034920_Laboratory_Manual_of_Biochemistry.
Tyndale House Foundation. 2015. Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT). Tyndale House
Publishers Inc. Carol Stream (IL): United States of America.

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