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Unit Code: BCH510

Unit Name: Biochemistry

Description: This course is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge of structure and functions of biomolecules that make life possible and a description of the key components of the cell with their biochemical interactions in the body. The students will learn about the processes that allow energy to be harvested, converted, stored and released to drive biochemical reactions within cells. This course provides the background for professional studies in medicine and pharmacy.

Learning Target Outcomes: On successful completion of this course, the students will be able to: 1. Discuss biochemical principles, such as structure and functions of biomolecules. 2. Describe the structure and functions of specific proteins and biological membranes. 3. Explain the nature, classification and functions of enzymes 4. Describe the general metabolic pathways of biomolecules in human body. 5. Explain the integration of metabolic processes and compare the metabolic fates of major organs in the body. 6. Explain the nature, classification, functions and clinical significance of enzymes. 7. Discuss the general metabolic pathways of biomolecules in human body. 8. Explain the integration of metabolic processes and compare the metabolic fates of major organs in the body.

Prerequisite: Pass in Year 13 examination (or equivalent) and as per Minimum Entry Requirement (MER).

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 15

Offered In: Semester 2