Course: MCB2021F

Entrance is limited to 140 students. Registration for this course is provisional until confirmed by the department. Should the limit be exceeded students will be ranked on CEM1000W (or equivalent) marks. No semester abroad students will be admitted to this course.
24 NQF credits at NQF level 6

Convener:
Dr R Hurdayal

Course entry requirements:
CEM1000W or equivalent, BIO1000F and BIO1004S (or equivalents)

Course outline: 
This course will introduce students to the concepts of biological chemistry fundamental to understanding the distinctive properties of living matter and biological processes. The course covers core principles in three major areas, (i) the structural chemistry of key components of living matter and the relationship between chemical structure and biological function of these components, (ii) metabolism - the nature of chemical reactions that occur in living matter and (iii) the chemistry of molecules and processes involved in the transmission of biological information. In addition to these core principles, students will learn about scientific method, basic biochemistry/molecular biology techniques and experimental design.

Lecture times:
Monday - Friday, 5th period

DP requirements:
50% average for assignments and practical reports; attendance at all practicals and tutorials.

Assessment:
Tests and assignments count 40%; practicals count 10%; one three-hour paper written in June counts 50%. A subminimum of 40% in the examination is required.