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8363 (v.6) Biochemistry 232



 

Area:

School of Biomedical Science

Contact Hours:

5.0

Credits:

25.0

Lecture:

2 x 1 Hours Weekly

Tutorial:

1 x 0.5 Hours Weekly

Practical:

1 x 2.5 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

8804 (v.8) Biochemistry 231 or any previous version
Overview, concepts and designs of metabolism. Including fat metabolism, ketone metabolism, pentose phosphate pathway, gluconeogenesis, nucleotide metabolism, and amino acid metabolism. Understand role and significance of membrane structure, membrane function, membrane composition and membrane transport. Know and understand the role of hormones and receptors in the control and integration of metabolism. In particular, the role of pancreatic hormones, adrenal hormones, calcium, and steroid hormones. Finally, the ability to solve problems, develop research skills and develop communication skills.


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2003Bentley CampusSemester 2Y  
2003BPI Intern'l Group S'poreSemester 1Y  

- Area External refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
- Central External refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area.


 
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