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<p>This course will provide students with foundation studies in biochemistry especially relevant to further studies in food and nutrition. The course begins with an introduction to the cellular environment and interactions that stabilise biological macromolecules. This is followed by studies of the major classes of biological molecules: amino acids, proteins, nucleotides, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids. The structure and function of biological membranes, and mechanisms of degradation and turnover of biological molecules, are also considered.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br>
• Biomolecules and key functional groups; Small molecules as building blocks; Non-covalent interactions <br>
• Water as the matrix of life: The cellular environment; Diffusion and osmosis; pH balance and buffering <br>
• Amino acids and peptides: Classes of amino acids; Peptide synthesis; Biologically active amino acids and peptides <br>
• Proteins: Protein structure; Protein folding; Globular and fibrous proteins <br>
• Nucleotides and nucleic acids: DNA and RNA; Overview of gene expression; Genetic mutations <br>
• Carbohydrates: Monosaccharides and disaccharides; Polysaccharides; Glycoconjugates <br>
• Lipids and membranes: Lipid classes; Membrane structure; Transport of molecules and ions across membranes <br>
• Degradation and turnover of biological molecules: Molecules and components that are recycled; Molecules that are degraded; Lysosomes and the proteasome</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This course will provide students with foundation studies in biochemistry especially relevant to further studies in food and nutrition. The course begins with an introduction to the cellular environment and interactions that stabilise biological macromolecules. This is followed by studies of the major classes of biological molecules: amino acids, proteins, nucleotides, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids. The structure and function of biological membranes, and mechanisms of degradation and turnover of biological molecules, are also considered.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br> • Biomolecules and key functional groups; Small molecules as building blocks; Non-covalent interactions <br> • Water as the matrix of life: The cellular environment; Diffusion and osmosis; pH balance and buffering <br> • Amino acids and peptides: Classes of amino acids; Peptide synthesis; Biologically active amino acids and peptides <br> • Proteins: Protein structure; Protein folding; Globular and fibrous proteins <br> • Nucleotides and nucleic acids: DNA and RNA; Overview of gene expression; Genetic mutations <br> • Carbohydrates: Monosaccharides and disaccharides; Polysaccharides; Glycoconjugates <br> • Lipids and membranes: Lipid classes; Membrane structure; Transport of molecules and ions across membranes <br> • Degradation and turnover of biological molecules: Molecules and components that are recycled; Molecules that are degraded; Lysosomes and the proteasome</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
010901 - Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/scbch2000">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>must have completed "<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=SCCHM1000" target="_blank">SCCHM1000</a>"</p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed "<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=SCBCH2001" target="_blank">SCBCH2001</a>"</p>
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Describe the structures of biological molecules and their roles in biological processes.</p>
K2
<p>Discuss the relationship between the structure of macromolecules and their biological function.</p>
K3
<p>Differentiate between cellular components that are recycled and those that are degraded.</p>
K4
<p>Discuss the buffering mechanisms that operate in biological systems.</p>
S1
<p>Relate the structure of biological macromolecules to their function.</p>
S2
<p>Relate structural dysfunction to human disease.</p>
S3
<p>Locate, interpret, evaluate and communicate biochemical information.</p>
A1
<p>Suggest why specific metabolic process dysfunctions, and dietary imbalances, lead to disease.</p>
A2
<p>Critically evaluate scientific and popular literature.</p>
Assessment
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<p>Research and reporting on relevant topics</p>
<p>Written tasks</p>
<p>30-40%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, S1, S2, S3, A1, A2
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<p>Recall and comprehension of fundamental concepts</p>
<p>On-line quizzes</p>
<p>20-30%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4
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<p>Written responses of varying length</p>
<p>Test</p>
<p>35-45%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, S1, A1
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
010901 - Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/scbch2000">View unit fees</a>
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