BCHM210 Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I
| Credit Points | 6 | ||||||||
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| Online level | Level B - Internet access required | ||||||||
| Intensive School(s) |
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| Supervised Exam | June | ||||||||
| Pre-requisites | CHEM 120 or 120A; BIOL 110 and 120 or CHEM 204 or 204A; or candidature in postgraduate award in the School of Environmental and Rural Science or School of Science and Technology | ||||||||
| Co-requisites | None | ||||||||
| Restrictions | BCHM 210A | ||||||||
| Notes | off-campus in alternate years (odd) | ||||||||
| Combined Units | None | ||||||||
| 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. |
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| Prescribed Material Mandatory |
Text(s):Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material
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| Recommended Material Optional |
None | ||||||||
| Disclaimer | Offer of some subjects is subject to viability. Information in these unit descriptions is subject to change prior to commencement of semester. |