Course Title: Biochemical Principles
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Biochemical Principles
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BIOL2363 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
155T Vocational Health and Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2012, Sem 2 2013, Sem 2 2014, Sem 2 2015, Sem 2 2016 |
BIOL2363 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2017, Sem 2 2018, Sem 2 2019, Sem 2 2020, Sem 2 2021 |
BIOL2363 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
535T Social Care and Health |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2023, Sem 2 2024 |
Course Coordinator: Tino D'Angelo
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 4380
Course Coordinator Email: tino.dangelo@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 51.08.02
Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment only
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Required prior study:
Students are expected to have completed the specified study of Chemistry (CHEM1256) and Biological Principles (BIOL2365) or Foundation of Human Biosciences (BIOL2564)
Course Description
In this course you will acquire the fundamental skills and knowledge to work safely and appropriately in the biochemistry laboratory to perform a range of routine tests. You will gain an understanding of the structure and function of important Biological molecules. This course will provide you with a foundation for further learning in second year courses such Biochemistry.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes for AD012P24 Associate Degree in Applied Science
1. Knowledge Capability
Apply broad theoretical and technical knowledge of scientific theories, principles, concepts and practice in a wide range of situations, including new situations within the professional discipline.
2. Technical Capability
Apply technical skills and tools in range of scientific activities in a safe and responsible manner to achieve the desired outcome.
3. Problem Solving
Apply critical evaluation and problem-solving skills to address real-world scientific challenges and inform evidence based decision making in paraprofessional practice.
4. Communication Capability
Communicate, report and reflect on scientific findings, to diverse audiences utilising a variety of formats employing integrity and culturally safe practices
On completion of this course you should be able to:
1. explain the relationship between the structure and function of biological molecules such as proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and nucleic acids
2. demonstrate sound knowledge of organic & inorganic molecules and biochemical processes
3. demonstrate an understanding of how molecules, pathways and cells are vital to living organisms
4. safely carry out a range of laboratory techniques including spectrophotometry, electrophoresis and the extraction of DNA
Overview of Learning Activities
• Face to face teaching to obtain an understanding of the fundamentals of Biochemistry.
• Laboratory work to give to you the skills in a range of instrument handling and routine laboratory techniques. It is also designed to build skills in critical analysis where you will be interpreting results based on your knowledge and technical capabilities.
• Simulation, videos, and laboratory sessions: to understand the key concepts of Biochemistry and its practical applications, and how to apply theory to practice. The lab work/simulations allow you to develop skills in understanding principles and critical analysis.
• Working in groups to develop teamwork skills and to create a supported learning environment
• Use of Blackboard management system to access learning resources
Overview of Learning Resources
You will use the current laboratory manual for each practical class. You will need to access the student learning management system on a weekly basis to prepare for theory and practical classes. You will also need to read sections of the recommended textbook and may be referred to other resources available in the Library, such as videos and the subject learning guide.
http://rmit.libguides.com/appliedscience
Recommended text book: Bettelheim, Brown, Campbell, Farrell and Torres (2015)
Introduction to General, Organic & Biochemistry, latest Edition. Cengage Learning, Australia
Overview of Assessment
Assessment tasks
Assessment Task 1 - total 40%
AT1a - Early Assessment Task: online quiz 1
Weighting 10% Individual
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 3
AT 1b: Online quiz 2
Weighting 10% Individual
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 3
Assessment 1c: Quiz 3
Weighting 20% Individual
This assessment supports CLO 1, 2 & 3
Assessment Task 2 - total 30%
AT 2a: Protein assay E-logbook
Weighting 15% Individual
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 4
AT 2b: Protein assay E-logbook
Weighting 15% Individual
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 4
AT 3: Lab 8 E-logbook
Weighting 15% Individual
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 4
AT 4: Lab 9 E-logbook
Weighting 15% Individual
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 4