Module Details
Module Code: |
ZCHE C2105 |
Module Title:
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Biomolecules
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Title:
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Biomolecules
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Paula Rankin
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Module Author:: |
Adriana Cunha Neves
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Module Description: |
To give the student a sound background in the structure, functions and metabolism of various biomolecules as well as a basic introduction to the principles of pharmacology and immunology.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Describe the structure, functions and metabolism of various biomolecules. |
LO2 |
Explain basic concepts of immunology. |
LO3 |
Explain basic concepts of pharmacology |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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None
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Indicative Content |
Proteins
Structure of amino acids. Classification and chemical properties. Essential amino acids. Protein structure, properties and function. Enzymes; classification and properties such as heat and pH sensitivity, specificity, rate of reaction.
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Lipids
Structure and function of lipids. Glycerides, saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, essential fatty acids, phospholipids and cholesterol.
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Carbohydrates
Sugars and polysaccharides. Structure and function of the chief monosaccharides and disaccharides. Structural and storage polysaccharides.
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Micronutrients
Function of water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins and of minerals.
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Metabolism
Catabolic and anabolic metabolism. Metabolic control; location, compartmentation, hormonal control and feedback mechanisms.
Glycolysis and tricarboxylic cycle. The electron transport chain, proton pump and ATP generation.
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Molecular Biology
Structure of DNA and RNA, DNA replication, transcription and translation.
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Transport and Signalling
Cellular transport mechanisms, ligands, cellular receptors and signal transduction, agonists and antagonists.
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Immunology
Basic immunology concepts such as cells and mechanisms involved in the immunologic response, innate and adaptive immunity, humoral and cell mediated immunity. Infection and immunologic response, strength of the immune response.
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Pharmacology
Introductory pharmacology: Factors involved in the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of drugs. Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Drug delivery and novel dosage devices. Dose calculation and clearance rates.
Basic Mechanism of Drug Action: The drug-receptor complex. Multipharmacy - antagonism and synergism.
Introduction to the properties and use of various classes of drugs.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 30.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 70.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.
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Reassessment Description Re-sit examinations
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Formal one hour lectures |
12 Weeks per Stage |
5.00 |
60 |
Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
Independent and guided reading |
15 Weeks per Stage |
4.33 |
65 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
5.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Campbell, Farrell, Mcdougal. (2018), Biochemistry, 9th. Carngage Learning, [ISBN: 978130596113].
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Voet and Voet. (2016), Fundementals of Biochemistry, 5th. Wiley, [ISBN: 9781118918401].
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Keogh, James Edward,. (2010), Pharmacology, McGraw-Hill, New York ; London, [ISBN: 9780071623629].
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Nelson David L.,Albert L. Lehninger,David L. Nelson,Michael M. Cox,University Michael M Cox. (2005), Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, Macmillan, p.1119, [ISBN: 9780716743392].
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This module does not have any other resources |
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