Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives At the completion of this subject students will be able to apply chemical principles to the solution of problems in biological fields; appreciate the relationship between chemistry and other subjects such as physical geography, botany, zoology, microbiology, physiology and so on; understand specific topics such as biochemical analysis, chemistry of drugs, bioorganic, bioinorganic and biophysical chemistry; master more advanced laboratory skills and techniques related to the subject.
Synopsis This subject is designed to extend a general knowledge of chemistry into biological chemistry, and is particularly suited to provide additional background for other major subjects in the biological areas, for example physical geography, botany, zoology, microbiology, physiology etc. Units taught by different lecturers include biochemical analysis, chemistry of drugs, environmental chemistry of agriculture, waste disposal, industrial chemistry and the atmosphere bioorganic, bioinorganic and biophysical chemistry. The details of all units may be obtained from the department at enrolment. Practical work is an integral part of the subject. Some units will have a written assignment as part of their assessment.
Assessment Examinations (2 x 2.5) hours: 80% + Laboratory work: 20%