Courses & Units
Advanced Biochemistry and Molecular Biology CBA343
Introduction
This unit provides students with an understanding of recent developments and contemporary issues in the areas of biochemistry and molecular biology. Areas covered include topics related to hormones and signal transduction, gene regulation and epigenetics, stem cells, transgenic animals and cloning.
Summary
| Unit name | Advanced Biochemistry and Molecular Biology |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CBA343 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Medicine |
| Discipline | Medicine |
| Coordinator | Professor Adele Holloway |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Apply knowledge of concepts underpinning some areas of contemporary biochemistry and molecular biology to explain normal physiological processes.
- Explain how dysregulation of biochemical and molecular processes contributes to disease.
- Apply knowledge of biochemistry and molecular biology to problem-solve and to critically evaluate research data.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010901 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,596.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
CBA260 and CBA265Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Independent Learning 3 hours weekly; Workshop 2 hours weekly; Self-directed study 3-4 hours weekly |
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| Assessment | Internal Test (30%)|Worksheets (30%)|End of Semester Exam (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Specific advice on texts that will be used in this unit will be provided during semester. Any requisite texts will be available from “Reserve” collections at the University Library. Recommended reading will be indicated where appropriate in the lectures. The primary guide to what you need to learn, and in how much detail, is the online material provided and what is discussed in the workshops. Useful books or journal articles which may aid in your understanding of the lecture material may be listed in the online material or referred to by the Lecturer. |
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| Recommended | You may find the following textbook useful for background information for this unit. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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