BCH2022 Metabolic basis of human diseases
Faculty of Science
BCH2022 Metabolic basis of human diseases is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2020 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 4 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 30%
- and 2 other tasks
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before BCH2022
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After BCH2022
4 units list BCH2022 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
- BCH3021Cellular organisation: Organelle structure and function in health and diseaseNo reviews yet
- BCH3031Functional genomics and molecular medicineNo reviews yet
- BCH3042Cell signal transduction: Role in cancer and human diseaseNo reviews yet
- BCH3052Protein biology: From sequence to structure and diseaseNo reviews yet
Overview
This unit is the second of two one-semester units that provides students with an introduction to biochemistry and human metabolic pathways. The unit commences with a general outline of cellular metabolism which provides an understanding of metabolic pathways and energy production in a healthy individual. Through the use of case studies dysfunction in various metabolic pathways as a result of metabolic diseases and metabolic adaptations (to conditions such as alcoholism starvation, and developmental problems) is introduced. In the practical element of the unit, students will develop a series of laboratory skills central to the discipline of biochemistry.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Online quizzes20%
- Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)Threshold hurdle30%
- Practicals and in class exercisesThreshold hurdle50%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Explain the various biochemical pathways used to generate energy, including their functions, interrelationships and regulation;
- 2
Explain the various biochemical pathways involved in the biosynthesis of macro-molecules (lipids and carbohydrates); including their functions, interrelationships and regulation;
- 3
Apply knowledge of the biochemical basis of specific metabolic diseases to real life contexts and case studies;
- 4
Discuss how micronutrients impact cellular metabolism;
- 5
Communicate scientific information effectively through written and verbal communication;
- 6
Describe scientific methodologies and laboratory techniques to collect, analyse, and draw conclusions from data.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops24 hours
- Lectures12 hours
- Laboratories30 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
Six hours of directed learning (lectures, workshops, pre- and post-class activities and practicals) per week
Learning resources
Required resources
Nelson, D.L. and Cox, M.M. (2017) Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, 7th ed.
Where it fits
BCH2022 is part of 3 areas of study in the 2020 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Nirma Samarawickrema
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Peter Boag
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BCH2022?
BCH2022 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after BCH2022?
BCH2022 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 4 units, including BCH3021, BCH3031, BCH3042 and BCH3052.
When is BCH2022 offered?
In 2020, BCH2022 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does BCH2022 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 30% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include BCH2022?
BCH2022 is part of Biochemistry.