Key facts
UNE unit code: BCHM240
*You are viewing the 2024 version of this unit which may be subject to change in future.
- Trimester 2 - On Campus
- Trimester 2 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- Yes
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Keep pace with rapid changes in science and technology with up-to-date skills and an understanding of biochemistry and microbiology concepts that are important in agriculture and rural science settings.
Studying this unit, you will be introduced to the central dogma of molecular biology (the ways in which genetic information is encoded and used to make functional proteins).
With this as a foundation, you will explore soil and plant microbiology, and photosynthetic and metabolic plant biochemistry. You will also learn about key features of energy and synthetic metabolism in livestock species.
You will have opportunities to put your knowledge to the test in practical exercises. Laboratory work is designed to develop your ability to use microbiological and biochemical techniques which are invaluable in a range of scientific disciplines.
Offerings
For further information about UNE's teaching periods, please go to Principal Dates.
| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 2 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 2 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 August 2024 | 17 August 2024 | 3 days | Mandatory Intensive School | Trimester 2, Online | The intensive school is mandatory for online students only. |
Enrolment rules
Notes
The School of Environmental and Rural Science considers all practical/laboratory/tutorial activities as essential to student learning. Attendance and participation in all practical/laboratory/tutorial classes (sessions) is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- understand the broad theoretical scientific knowledge of agricultural biochemistry and microbiology, specifically: (a) major principles governing biochemical reactions; (b) major aspects of plant and animal metabolism and microbiology; (c) the inter-dependent relationship of microbes, plants and production animals and (d) the composition of livestock products;
- conduct scientific literature research and laboratory-based investigations to effectively synthesize and communicate biochemical and microbiological scientific concepts; and
- apply biochemical and microbiological knowledge, cognitive and laboratory skills to demonstrate autonomous thought, judgement and defined responsibility within the dynamics of a biochemical/microbiological laboratory environment and to interpret and transmit biochemical knowledge to others.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Essay and presentation. This assessment is mandatory and will count towards the final assessment of this unit. No. Words: 2000 |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Mid-trimester quiz. This quiz is mandatory and will count towards the final assessment of this unit. No. Words: 1000 |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Practical quiz. This quiz is mandatory and will count towards the final assessment of this unit. No. Words: 1000 |
| Practical | Yes | All offerings | The School of Environmental and Rural Science considers all practical/laboratory/tutorial activities as essential to student learning. Attendance and participation in all practical/laboratory/tutorial classes (sessions) is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence. | |
| Final Examination | Yes | 50% | All offerings | Students must achieve a passing grade in the final examination in order to pass the unit |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Lehninger: Principles of Biochemistry
ISBN: 9781319381493
Nelson, D.L. and Cox, M.M., Worth 8th Edition 2021
Text refers to: Trimester 2 (On Campus), Trimester 2 (Online)
Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Brock Biology of Microorganisms
ISBN: 9781292404790
Madigan, M.T., Martinko, J.M., Bender, K.S., Buckley, D.H. and Stahl, D., Pearson 16th ED 2021
Text refers to: All offerings
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