VCF2091

Biochemistry

(PHA)

50 hours lectures and self-learning modules and 12 tutorials

Synopsis: Biomolecules - structure and properties and function. Amino acids, peptides and proteins, carbohydrates, fatty acids and lipids, nucleic acids, vitamins, membranes. Metabolism. Metabolic pathways, synthetic pathways, energy production, control of metabolism. Molecular biology. Gene structure and regulation, recombinant DNA technology. Biomolecules used in formulation. Gelatin, cellulose derivatives, mucilages, antioxidants, emulsifiers, oils, waxes

Assessment: Mid-year examination (June) (1.5 hours): 15% + Self-learning modules: 15% + End-of-year examination (3 hours): 70%