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BCHM210 Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I

Updated: 17 December 2009
Credit Points 6
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study Online Level
Armidale Semester 1 Off Campus B - Internet access required
Armidale Semester 1 On Campus B - Internet access required
Intensive School(s)
Start Finish Attendance Notes
11 April 2010 14 April 2010 Mandatory Intensive school held only when unit is offered off campus.
Supervised Exam There is a UNE Supervised Examination held at the end of the teaching period in which you are enrolled.
Pre-requisites (CHEM120 or CHEM120A and BIOL110 and BIOL120) or CHEM204 or CHEM204A or candidature in a postgraduate award in the School of Environmental and Rural Science or School of Science and Technology
Co-requisites None
Restrictions BCHM210A
Notes None
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.
Prescribed Material
Mandatory 		Text(s):

Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material

Lehninger: Principles of Biochemistry
ISBN: 9780716771081
Nelson, D.L. and Cox, M.M., Worth 5th ed. 2008
Text refers to: Semester 1 , On and Off Campus
Disclaimer Unit information may be subject to change prior to commencement of the teaching period.
Assessment
Title Exam Length Weight Mode No. Words
Assignments 18%
Assessment Notes
Assignments 1-3
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-7 GA: 1, 2, 4, 6
Mid-Semester Test 20%
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-7 GA: 1, 2, 6
Reports 22%
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 7 GA: 1, 2, 4, 6, 7
Final Examination 2 hrs 40%
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 GA: 1, 2, 6

Learning Outcomes (LO) Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. describe the basics of how metabolic pathways function;
  2. explain how metabolic pathways relate to one another;
  3. describe the need for organisms to have metabolic pathways;
  4. describe the workings of proteins and enzymes;
  5. understand the basics of the structure and replication of nucleic acids and the way they code for proteins;
  6. outline the basic principles required for genetic engineering; and
  7. display skills in experimental design, execution, result interpretation and reporting.

Graduate Attributes (GA)
Attribute Taught Assessed Practised
1 Knowledge of a Discipline
Lectures cover the following topics: 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.This knowledge is assessed in all assessments. 		True True True
2 Communication Skills
Essay writing and scientific report writing are taught, practised and assessed. 		True True True
4 Information Literacy
Students are instructed on methods for accessing relevant literature;this is practised and assessed in essay and reports. 		True True True
5 Life-Long Learning
Students learn that scientific knowledge is constantly changing and requiring constant updating. 		True
6 Problem Solving
Students are given extensive practise in problem solving during practicals and constructions of practical reports.This is assessed in all assessments. 		True True True
7 Social Responsibility
Scientific ethics are taught, practised and assessed during practicals. 		True True True
8 Team Work
Students must work cooperatively in order to complete practical work. 		True
   

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