bch3atb advanced topics in biochemistry and cell biology
ADVANCED TOPICS IN BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY
BCH3ATB
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Biochemistry and molecular biology are 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 gene expression, protein chemistry, bioinformatics, gene structure and function and relate them to a cellular biology context. In this semester, students study the molecular events of cellular biogenesis, cell signalling, molecular
SchoolMolecular Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJulian Pakay
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectYes
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PrerequisitesBCH2IBM AND BCH2MBC
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsBCH3BMB
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsTo be considered for Honours in Biochemistry, in addition to this subject, students must also complete either MED3PRJ or MED3LAB
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Molecular Biology of the Cell
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorLodish et al. H.
Year2012
Edition/Volume7TH EDN
PublisherW.H. FREEMAN AND COMPANY, NEW YORK.
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Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
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WBL addtional requirementsN/A
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulian Pakay
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Four 1.00 hour 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 1.00 hour tutorial every two weeks 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 | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 x 2-hour end of Semester ExamFinal Exam | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2 |
In Class Quizzes - (equivalent to 200 words each)These formative assessments will each cover two weeks worth of lecture content. These short quizzes are designed to be both formative and preparative for the final exam. Students will complete 6 quizzes and the 5 best marks will be used to calculate the final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
""News and Views"" Literature Review - Written Assignment (800 word equivalent)Submission through Turnitin. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYeliz Boglev
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 21 - 31
Forty eight 1.00 hour lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 21 to week 31 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: 21 - 31
Six 1.00 hour tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 21 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
6-hours of Tutorial or Directed Learning Activities in the teaching period delivered via face-to-face or online
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 x 2-hour end of Semester ExamFinal Exam | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2 |
In Class Quizzes - (equivalent to 200 words each)These formative assessments will each cover two weeks worth of lecture content. These short quizzes are designed to be both formative and preparative for the final exam. Students will complete 6 quizzes and the 5 best marks will be used to calculate the final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
""News and Views"" Literature Review - Written Assignment (800 word equivalent)Submission through Turnitin. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term 2, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYeliz Boglev
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 21 - 31
Forty eight 1.00 hour lecture per study period on weekdays at night from week 21 to week 31 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: 21 - 31
Six 1.00 hour tutorial per study period on weekdays at night from week 21 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
6-hours of Tutorial or Directed Learning Activities in the teaching period delivered via face-to-face or online
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 x 2-hour end of Semester ExamFinal Exam | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2 |
In Class Quizzes - (equivalent to 200 words each)These formative assessments will each cover two weeks worth of lecture content. These short quizzes are designed to be both formative and preparative for the final exam. Students will complete 6 quizzes and the 5 best marks will be used to calculate the final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
""News and Views"" Literature Review - Written Assignment (800 word equivalent)Submission through Turnitin. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term L3 , Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYeliz Boglev
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 19 - 23
Forty eight 1.00 hour lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 19 to week 23 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: 19 - 23
Six 1.00 hour tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 19 to week 23 and delivered via face-to-face.
6-hours of Tutorial or Directed Learning Activities in the teaching period delivered via face-to-face or online
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 x 2-hour end of Semester ExamFinal Exam | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2 |
In Class Quizzes - (equivalent to 200 words each)These formative assessments will each cover two weeks worth of lecture content. These short quizzes are designed to be both formative and preparative for the final exam. Students will complete 6 quizzes and the 5 best marks will be used to calculate the final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
""News and Views"" Literature Review - Written Assignment (800 word equivalent)Submission through Turnitin. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term L3 , Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYeliz Boglev
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 19 - 23
Forty eight 1.00 hour lecture per study period on weekdays at night from week 19 to week 23 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: 19 - 23
Six 1.00 hour tutorial per study period on weekdays at night from week 19 to week 23 and delivered via face-to-face.
6-hours of Tutorial or Directed Learning Activities in the teaching period delivered via face-to-face or online
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 x 2-hour end of Semester ExamFinal Exam | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2 |
In Class Quizzes - (equivalent to 200 words each)These formative assessments will each cover two weeks worth of lecture content. These short quizzes are designed to be both formative and preparative for the final exam. Students will complete 6 quizzes and the 5 best marks will be used to calculate the final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
""News and Views"" Literature Review - Written Assignment (800 word equivalent)Submission through Turnitin. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |