bch3atb biochemistry theory
ADVANCED TOPICS IN BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY
BCH3ATB
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Biochemistry and molecular biology is concerned with the function of biological systems at the molecular level. Biochemistry is central to most studies in biology and life sciences and is directly related to medical and agricultural research and biotechnology. In this unit students will extend previous knowledge gained from their biochemistry subjects related to membranes, cell signalling, proteins, bioinformatics, gene structure and function and relate them to a cellular biology context. In this semester, students study the molecular events of cell life and death, gene expression, molecular and cellular neuroscience, cell signalling, molecular aspects of cancer and immunology and applications of biochemistry.
SchoolSchool of Molecular Sciences/LIMS
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJulian Pakay
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites BCH2IBM AND BCH2MBC OR EQUIVALENT
Co-requisites MED3LAB OR MED3PRJ
Incompatible subjects BCH3BMB
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions To be considered for honours in Biochemistry, in addition to this subject, students must also complete either MED3PRJ or MED3LAB
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Molecular Biology of the Cell | Recommended | Lodish et al. H. 2012 | 7TH EDN, W.H. FREEMAN AND COMPANY, NEW YORK. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Explain and define concepts in biochemistry and molecular biology using appropriate vocabulary, related to organelle biosynthesis, gene expression and RNA biology, cancer, immunology and neurobiochemistry
- Activities:
- Students attend lectures outlining facts and key concepts related to the subject. Students are then able to further complement the lectures by reading additional material either suggested or provided by the lecturers including original research articles, reviews and text book summaries.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
02. Apply concepts in biochemistry and molecular biology to solve theoretical problems and interpret experimental data.
- Activities:
- At the end of each block of lectures, students attend a lectorial (large group tutorial) where they are able to test their knowledge of the lectures by answering typical exam style questions and solve problems using concepts learnt in lectures. Student will work in small groups under the guidance of the lecturer. Assessed in Lectorial Worksheets Assessed in theory exams.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
03. Navigate and report on current scientific literature.
- Activities:
- Students will to generate a detailed review on a subject related to one of the lecture topics.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
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Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulian Pakay
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Four 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Type: Or On-Line"
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Or Type: Directed Learning Activity Or Delivery Method: On-Line"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| End of Semester Theory Exam 1 (2 hr) | 30 | 01, 02 | |
| End of Semester Theory Exam 2 (2 hr) | 30 | 01, 02 | |
| Lectorial Worksheets | 10 | 01, 02 | |
| Lit Review - Written Assignment | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
Singapore, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulian Pakay
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 48.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Equivalent of 48 hours of Blended Lectures and Online Learning Activities in the teaching period delivered as a combination of face-to-face and online."
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 24.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"24-hours of Tutorial or Directed Learning Activities in the teaching period delivered via face-to-face or online"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| End of Semester Theory Exam 1 (2 hr) | 30 | 01, 02 | |
| End of Semester Theory Exam 2 (2 hr) | 30 | 01, 02 | |
| Lectorial Worksheets | 10 | 01, 02 | |
| Lit Review - Written Assignment | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |