BTH2741 Biochemistry
Faculty of Science
BTH2741 Biochemistry is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 at Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 5 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 1
- Malaysia
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 2 other tasks
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before BTH2741
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After BTH2741
5 units list BTH2741 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
The unit begins with an introduction to the cellular environment, considering the interactions that stabilise biological macromolecules and the maintenance of constant pH within cells and organisms. Next, we will study the structure and function of proteins and the techniques for their isolation and purification. The composition of biological membranes and the structure of nucleic acids and their packaging within cells is considered. This is followed by a study of the mechanisms of synthesis, modification and degradation of nucleic acids and proteins. The mechanisms that control these processes are emphasised.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Assignment - Mini reviewsAssignment20%
- Practical exerciseOther30%
- Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)Exam50%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Discuss the buffering mechanisms that operate in biological systems;
- 2
Recognise the role of non-covalent interactions in the maintenance of tertiary and quaternary conformation of biological macromolecules;
- 3
Explain the connection between protein structure and function;
- 4
Discuss strategies for the isolation and purification of proteins from biological samples;
- 5
Discuss the principles of storage and transmission of genetic information and describe control mechanisms which operate at the level of gene expression;
- 6
Use spectrophotometric methods to assay biological molecules in solution;
- 7
Analyse and interpret laboratory data and present in an appropriate format.
Workload and teaching
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
Three 1-hour lectures per week, 36 hours of laboratory per semester.
Learning resources
Required resources
Lecture notes, textbooks, lab manuals, active/blended learning materials.
Where it fits
BTH2741 is part of 1 area of study in the 2021 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Michelle Yap
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Michelle Yap
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BTH2741?
BTH2741 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after BTH2741?
BTH2741 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 5 units, including FST3810, FST3830, HUP3810, HUP3820 and PHA3800.
When is BTH2741 offered?
In 2021, BTH2741 runs in Semester 1 at Malaysia.
Does BTH2741 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include BTH2741?
BTH2741 is part of Biotechnology.