303371 (v.2) Aquaculture Biochemistry and Physiology 102

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Area:	Muresk Institute
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	5.0
Lecture:	1 x 3 Hours Weekly
Practical:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	7078 (v.6) Chemistry 141 or any previous version
Co Requisite(s):	303341 (v.2) Aquatic Biology 102
Syllabus:	Provides fundamentals of biochemistry and physiology of aquatic animals. Structure and functions of proteins lipids, carbohydrates and nucleic acids. Enzymes, hormones and neurotransmitters. Major biochemical pathways. Biochemical energetics. Chemistry of body fluids. Comparisons between land and aquatic animals where relevant. Major physiological processes in aquaculture species - respiration and circulation, osmoregulation, digestion, endocrinology, reproductive biology, immunity, and nervous system.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Demonstrated the knowledge and understanding of structure and functions of major chemicals in living systems. Understood the principles of participation of the chemicals of living systems in the processes of life. Explained the relationships between major metabolic pathways. Understood the relationships between different systems and processes in aquatic animals. Relate environmental conditions to adaptations in aquatic animals. Demonstrate skillsin biochemistry laboratory practice. Demonstrated a comprehension of instruction of supervisor and participated actively in group tasks.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Bond, C.E., (1996), Biology of Fishes, Florida, Saunders College Publishing. Jobling, M., (1995), Environmental Biology of Fishes, London, Chapman & Hall.
Unit Texts:	Holum, J.R., (1995), Elements of General and Biological Chemistry, New York, John Wiley and Sons Inc. Schmidt-Nielsen, K., (1990), Animal Physiology: Adaption and Environment, Cambridge, Cambridge University Press.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Continuous Assessment 50%, Examination 50%. This is by Grade/Mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y