Courses & Units
Biochemistry of Disease and Therapeutics CSA208
Introduction
CSA208 provides students with foundational understanding of biochemistry within normal physiological processes and during disease states. Specifically, students will learn about the: (a) structure and function of important biological macromolecules, such as nucleic acids and proteins; (b) structure, function and metabolism of amino acids, carbohydrates and lipids; (c) integration and control of metabolism, by hormones and other means; (d) differences in human molecular biology in health and disease.
Additionally, students will develop an understanding of the interaction between disease and therapeutic agents and apply foundational biochemistry knowledge to identify and resolve medication-related problems.
Summary
| Unit name | Biochemistry of Disease and Therapeutics |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CSA208 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology |
| Discipline | Medicine|Pharmacy |
| Coordinator | Mrs Karen Watkins |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Describe key areas of nutrition and basic molecular biology, and the control of metabolism in normal physiological states.
- Explain changes in metabolism, nutrition and basic molecular biological pathways in the pathogenesis of common diseases.
- Relate the pharmacological actions of medications to the biochemical pathogenesis of common diseases.
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 |
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| not applicable |
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Requisites
Prerequisites
CSA116 Molecular Basis of Pharmaceutics and PharmacologyTeaching
| Teaching Pattern | Independent Learning (online modules) – 3 hrs weekly Workshop – 2hrs weekly |
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| Assessment | Workbook (20%)|Assignment (20%)|Mid-semester test (20%)|Written exam (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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