Unit name | Biochemistry: Cellular Processes |
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Unit code | BIOC10004 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | C/4 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
Unit director | Dr. Gus Cameron |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
A-level Biology or equivalent strongly advised |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | School of Biochemistry |
Faculty | Faculty of Life Sciences |
Biochemistry: Cellular Processes gives students the skills and knowledge needed to understand major cellular processes and how they are powered. Topics covered include cell structure, the cytoskeleton, the secretory pathway, cell division, cellular dynamics and cell movement, the basic properties of carbohydrates, the principal metabolic pathways found in cells and their regulation, membrane-based energy transduction, regulation of metabolism, hormones and signal transduction, and the cell biology of development.
The unit is supported by laboratory classes and small group tutorials that build ability and confidence in the practical, numerical and written skills required by scientists. This material is supported by online resources delivered through Blackboard and eBioLabs.
The unit is organised into three elements and will cover:
Element 1. Molecular biology in the cell (9 lectures)
Element 2. Cellular energy, use and storage (16 lectures)
Element 3. Hormones, signalling and development (8 lectures)
The unit aims to develop an understanding the following areas:
The units aims to develop the following skills:
13. Logical deduction, calculation and the application of scientific methods
14. Presentation of scientific arguments both verbally and in written form in a clear and rigorous manner.
15. Completion of practical work using standard laboratory apparatus and demonstrate the proper use of scientific units.
16. Observation, measurement, calculation and interpretation of scientific data.
Lectures
Practicals
Tutorials
Workshops and debate
The overall mark for the unit will be determined as follows:
Opportunities for formative feedback will be available on the practical reports and tutorial work (normally practice exam questions), and through examination preparation sessions (workshops).
Intended learning outcomes will be assessed as follows:
Recommended reading includes the most recent editions of: