Occurrence | Teaching period |
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A | Autumn Term 2022-23 to Summer Term 2022-23 |
This module deals with the structure and function of fundamental chemical molecules of a cell. It starts with an overview of the module and advanced applications that depend on the subjects covered in the module. It then covers the basic chemical building blocks of cells, from elements to macromolecules. The structure of nucleic acids will be introduced, and its importance to the mechanism of DNA replication. Then, the different levels of protein structure will be defined and protein-protein interactions, covalent modification and the nature of membrane proteins, described. The functionality of proteins as enzymes will be discussed in detail. Following an introduction to lipid and carbohydrate structures, the role of the various macromolecules in the context of membrane flow, cell shape, cytoskeleton, etc. will be discussed. Energy and metabolism is introduced by discussing the important concept of free energy and relating this to the central role of ATP and coupling of biochemical processes. The course then surveys carbohydrate and fat metabolism, photosynthesis and related metabolic processes in plants, and concludes with section on the integration of metabolism.
Task | % of module mark |
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Online Exam -less than 24hrs (Centrally scheduled) | 50 |
Online Exam -less than 24hrs (Centrally scheduled) | 50 |
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Task | % of module mark |
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Online Exam -less than 24hrs (Centrally scheduled) | 50 |
Online Exam -less than 24hrs (Centrally scheduled) | 50 |
Cohort-level feedback will be provided on performance in closed exams and made available via the VLE. Histograms of module marks will be posted on the notice boards outside the Biology Student Services office. Individual marks will be made available to you and your supervisor via e:vision. Exam scripts will be made available at the end of either the Spring or Summer terms. You should take the opportunity to discuss your marks and feedback with your supervisor.
During the teaching of the module you will receive feedback that may be at a whole class or individual level. Forms of feedback may include: model answers and discussion of workshop questions, summaries of performance in practicals, VLE-based quizzes, individual spoken comments during workshops, individual written comments on formative work.
These are available through the VLE module site.