units

BTH2752

Faculty of Science

18 September 2017 22 December 2024
Monash University

Undergraduate - Unit

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6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL

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LevelUndergraduate
FacultyFaculty of Science
OfferedGippsland Second semester 2015 (Day)
Malaysia Second semester 2015 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Associate Professor Jenny Mosse (Gippsland); Dr Ton So Ha (Malaysia)

Synopsis

The unit begins with a general overview of metabolism and bioenergetics. This is followed by a comprehensive survey of cellular metabolism including: the generation of energy from major dietary components: carbohydrate, protein and lipid; the biosynthesis of carbohydrates, lipids and nucleotides; and amino acid metabolism. A study of photosynthesis illustrates the linkage between electron transport systems and biosyntheses. The integration and control of cellular biochemistry and the role of hormones in metabolic regulation is emphasised.

Outcomes

On completion of this unit students will be able to:

  1. Explain the mechanisms involved in the storage and processing of metabolic fuels;

  1. Discuss mechanisms for control of metabolic reaction sequences;

  1. Describe the specialised metabolic role of various tissues;

  1. Explain how metabolic processes are integrated and regulated;

  1. Demonstrate advanced laboratory skills;

  1. Collect, interpret and present experimental data in an accessible and appropriate format.

Assessment

Assignment work: 20%
Practical work: 30%
Examination (3 hours): 50%

Workload requirements

Three hours of lectures per week and 36 hours laboratory classes per semester

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Chief examiner(s)

Dr Ton So Ha

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Biochemistry
Biotechnology

Prerequisites

CHM1011 or CHM1051, plus one of BIO1022 or BIO1722

Prohibitions

BCH2022