Area: | Muresk Institute |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 5.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Practical: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 7078 (v.6) Chemistry 141 or any previous version
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Syllabus: | Provides the background and fundamental knowledge in chemistry required for students studying in the area of aquatic science. Fundamentals of organic chemistry. Major functional groups of organic compounds. Constituents of natural water systems. Effects of biological organisms on water chemistry. Fundamentals of biological chemistry, with specific emphasis on biochemistry of aquatic animals. The language of biochemistry. 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. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will have - Demonstrated 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. Demonstrated skills in biochemistry laboratory practice. Demonstrated a comprehension of instruction of supervisor and participate actively in group tasks. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Nelson, D.L. and Cox, M.M. (2000), Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, New York, Worth Publishers. |
Unit Texts: | Holum, J.R. (1995), Elements of General and Biological Chemistry, New York, John Wiley and Sons. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Practical report 25%. Test (1) 35%. Test (2) 35%. Tutorial participation 5%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 50701 Aquaculture | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Informational | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
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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