Course Title: Clinical Biochemistry 1
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Clinical Biochemistry 1
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BIOL1179 |
Bundoora Campus |
Postgraduate |
160H Medical Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2006, Sem 2 2007, Sem 2 2008, Sem 2 2009 |
BIOL1181 |
Bundoora Campus |
Undergraduate |
160H Medical Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2006, Sem 2 2007, Sem 2 2008, Sem 2 2009, Sem 2 2010, Sem 2 2011, Sem 2 2012, Sem 2 2013, Sem 2 2014, Sem 2 2015, Sem 2 2016 |
BIOL1181 |
Bundoora Campus |
Undergraduate |
173H School of Health and Biomed |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2017, Sem 2 2018, Sem 2 2019, Sem 2 2020, Sem 2 2021, Sem 2 2022, Sem 2 2023, Sem 2 2024 |
Course Coordinator: Dr Stanley Chan
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 7353
Course Coordinator Email: stanley.chan@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 223.02.021A
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Required Prior Study
You should have satisfactorily completed following course/s before you commence this course.
Alternatively, you may be able to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge before you start this course.
Contact your course coordinator if you think you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.
Course Description
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 2 is a major component of the second year of the Laboratory Medicine (BP147), Biomedical Sciences (BP231) and Pharmaceutical Sciences (BP311) programs. This course is designed to broaden the student's theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Clinical Biochemistry and Metabolomics, the latter which is an emerging multidisciplinary science, combining aspects of biology, analytical chemistry, experimental design and data interpretation. The theory you will learn throughout this course will be intertwined and applied into a series of intensive laboratory practicals (face-to-face ) throughout the semester. Throughout the course you will gain an immersive laboratory experience covering biochemistry and molecular biology concepts and learn current, relevant state-of-the-art bioanalytical techniques which are routinely used in the clinical environment and in research. You will develop the required employable attributes to either undertake professional practice or potential research endeavours.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
This course contributes to the program learning outcomes for the following program(s):
BP293SBDD - Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)/Bachelor of Biomedical Science
PLO 2.1. Demonstrating knowledge across disciplines contributing to biotechnology and biomedical science.
PLO 3.1. Gathering, synthesising and critically evaluating information from a range of sources.
PLO 3.2. Designing and planning an investigation, including developing a testable hypothesis.
PLO 3.3. Selecting and applying practical and/or theoretical techniques or tools in order to conduct an investigation.
PLO 3.4. Collecting, accurately recording, interpreting and drawing conclusions from scientific data.
BH129 - Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (Honours)
PLO 1 Apply coherent and advanced of laboratory medicine theories, concepts and evidence in various real-world settings using a scientific approach.
PLO 2 Apply systematic thinking and a range of high-level analytical skills using a blend of digital and traditional tools and technologies to solve complex scientific and medical problems.
PLO 4 Demonstrate the ability to generate and evaluate solutions to all aspects of interdisciplinary professional practice while complying with ethical, legal and regulatory standards that underpins the field of laboratory medicine.
PLO 5 Communicate and collaborate to diverse audiences utilising contemporary and traditional formats related to laboratory medicine employing integrity, inclusivity and culturally safe practices.
PLO 6 Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and professional practice as part of a multidisciplinary team.
BP147P12A - Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine)
BP147P21 - Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine)
PLO 1 Knowledge capability
PLO 2 Technical capability
PLO 3 Professional work practices
BP231P10 - Bachelor of Biomedical Science
2.1 Demonstrating knowledge across disciplines contributing to biomedical science.
3.1 Gathering, synthesising and critically evaluating information from a range of sources.
BP311 - Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
PLO 1 Exhibiting depth and breadth of scientific knowledge Develop a broad and coherent body of knowledge particularly in biochemistry, physiology, pharmacology and toxicology.
PLO 2 Critically analyse and solve scientific problems Adapt knowledge, concepts and skills to problem solve.
For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.
Upon successful completion of this course you should be able to:
- Explain and apply the fundamental principles of biochemistry and molecular biology concepts with a focus on DNA Technologies, Hormones and Biosignalling, Metabolism, Metabolomics and Clinical Biochemistry.
- Prepare and analyse biological material and perform a series of practical biochemical investigations.
- Problem solve, validate, apply and interpret results from biochemical investigations.
Overview of Learning Activities
The learning activities of the course take place in the form of online lectures (screen-casts); laboratory-based practical classes (face-to-face) and lectorial sessions (practical and topic based, online). The theory and practical components of the course are integrated throughout the teaching of the course. The practical component is designed to develop a high level of competency in the performance of a wide range of laboratory techniques which will be used to solve practical-based scenarios.
Assessment activities are conducted as both formative and summative assessments. Formative as well as summative assessment occurs throughout the laboratory practicals and online classes during the course. Self-directed learning activities prior to lectorials; interactive on-line quizzes and solving practical-based scenarios, will scaffold students interpretative and understanding of biochemical concepts and manipulation of biochemical data.
You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course.
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course.
There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: Applied Theory Assessment
Weighting 10%
This assessment task supports CLO 1
Assessment Task 2: In-Semester Theory and Practical Assessment (Online)
Weighting 15%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 3
Assessment Task 3: Applied Laboratory-based Practical Assessment
Weighting 25%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 3
Assessment Task 4: Final Theory and Practical Exam (Invigilated Face-to-Face)
Weighting 50%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 3
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.