BCHM210 Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I
Updated: 07 May 2007| Credit Points | 6 | |||||||||
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| Online level | Level B - Internet access required | |||||||||
| Intensive School(s) |
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| Supervised Exam | There is a UNE Supervised Examination held at the end of the teaching period in which you are enrolled. | |||||||||
| Pre-requisites | CHEM 120 or 120A; BIOL 110 and 120 or CHEM 204 or 204A | |||||||||
| Co-requisites | None | |||||||||
| Restrictions | BCHM 210A | |||||||||
| Notes | off-campus in alternate years (odd) | |||||||||
| Combined Units |
BCHM210A - Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I |
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| Coordinator(s) | Heather Nonhebel (hnonheb2@une.edu.au) | |||||||||
| Unit Description |
The information molecules of cells, DNA and RNA, are introduced. The fundamental concept that genetic information codes for protein molecules is examined. DNA replication, transcription and translation into proteins are covered. The structure of proteins and their importance to biological function are introduced, with special attention to the proteins that act as biological catalysts. The central role of respiration to obtain chemical energy to maintain cells is examined with special reference to the oxidation of sugars and carbohydrates. BCHM 210A will cover material in greater depth than BCHM 210, with separate assignments being completed. |
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| Prescribed Material Mandatory |
Textbook information is only available from 2008 units onwards. | |||||||||
| Recommended Material Optional |
Textbook information is only available from 2008 units onwards. | |||||||||
| Disclaimer | Unit information may be subject to change prior to commencement of the teaching period. |