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 workshops 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.
Unit contents
At the end of the unit a successful student will be able to
The units aims to develop the following skills:
9. Logical deduction, calculation and the application of scientific methods
10. Presentation of scientific arguments both verbally and in written form in a clear and rigorous manner.
11. Completion of practical work using standard laboratory apparatus and demonstrate the proper use of scientific units.
12. Observation, measurement, calculation and interpretation of scientific data.
The teaching in the unit is delivered through 30 1-hour lectures and is supported by five 3-hour practical sessions and four 90-minute workshops.
The overall mark for the unit will be determined as follows:
Opportunities for formative feedback will be available via practicals and workshops.
Intended learning outcomes will be assessed as follows:
Recommended reading includes: