University of Technology SydneyHandbook 2006

91313 Biomolecules: Structure and Function1

6cp; 6hpw
Requisite(s): (65012 Chemistry 1A OR 65101 Chemistry 1C) AND (65022c Chemistry 2A OR 65201c Chemistry 2C)
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.

This subject provides an understanding of the central place of biochemistry in life sciences. It introduces the structure and function of biologically important molecules including: monosaccharides, polysaccharides; fatty acids, lipids; amino acids, peptides, proteins; nucleosides, nucleotides, and nucleic acids. By completing the subject, students should have an understanding of the significant features of these molecules such as: the structure and folding of proteins; protein specialisation – fibrous proteins; functional proteins – haemoglobin, enzymes, vitamins, cofactors and regulation; and the role and function of lipids in cell membranes. The subject includes DNA structure and its replication; transcription, translation and protein synthesis.

This is a foundation subject, providing basic information relevant to many other areas of study. The subject is designed to develop attributes of critical thinking and problem solving essential to scientists.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Footnote(s)

1. This subject was formerly called Biochemistry 1.

Fee information

2006 contribution for 2005/06 commencing Commonwealth-supported undergraduate students: $872.38
2006 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,190.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
Note: The above fees are applicable in 2006 for 2005/06 commencing Commonwealth-supported and domestic fee-paying undergraduate students only. Pre-2005 Commonwealth-supported undergraduate students should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students webpage.
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth supported places, and not all subjects are available to Commonwealth supported students. Other students (such as postgraduate students and international students) should refer to the Fees webpage.

Access conditions

Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.