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CBMS792 – Research Topic: Chemical Biology
2014 – S2 Evening
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Lecturer in Charge
Peter Karuso
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F7B232
anytime
Lecturer
Fei Liu
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F7B330
any time
Lecturer
Andrew Piggott
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F7B328
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MRes
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit comprises study of an advanced topic in chemistry and biomolecular sciences. The area studied each year is tailored to the current student cohort. Emphasis is put on both the understanding of advanced concepts as well as their application in problem-solving and/or research environments.
Chemical biology is the science of small molecules in the context of living systems. This course focuses on current topics in chemical biology, particularly experiments in which small molecules are used to probe or control biological systems in novel ways or manipulate biological systems. As the goal of the course is to familiarise students with innovative recent experimental approaches and to stimulate them to explore the boundaries of chemistry and biology, the unit will be taught extensively through the primary literature.
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Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- be able to compare and contrast chemical genomics and proteomics methods
- • Be able to compare and contrast the main chemical tools used in cell biology with reference to their chemical and physical basis
- • Be able to write out the mechanism of action of major classes of small molecules in modulating protein pathways
- • Be able to apply chemical rationale for the design, synthesis, and application of small molecules for the manipulation of biological systems
- • Be able to understand the scientific language and concepts in the primary literature relevant to chemical biology.
- • Be able to write out the mechanism for reactions in primary and secondary metabolism
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Due |
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| FInal Exam | 50% | Week 15 |
| assignments | 40% | various |
| oral presentation | 10% | week 9 and 13 |
FInal Exam
Due: Week 15
Weighting: 50%
3 hr plus 10 minutes reading time
On successful completion you will be able to:
- be able to compare and contrast chemical genomics and proteomics methods
- • Be able to compare and contrast the main chemical tools used in cell biology with reference to their chemical and physical basis
- • Be able to write out the mechanism of action of major classes of small molecules in modulating protein pathways
- • Be able to write out the mechanism for reactions in primary and secondary metabolism
assignments
Due: various
Weighting: 40%
8 written assignments worth 5% each
On successful completion you will be able to:
- be able to compare and contrast chemical genomics and proteomics methods
- • Be able to compare and contrast the main chemical tools used in cell biology with reference to their chemical and physical basis
- • Be able to write out the mechanism of action of major classes of small molecules in modulating protein pathways
- • Be able to understand the scientific language and concepts in the primary literature relevant to chemical biology.
- • Be able to write out the mechanism for reactions in primary and secondary metabolism
oral presentation
Due: week 9 and 13
Weighting: 10%
two oral presentations worth 5% each
On successful completion you will be able to:
- be able to compare and contrast chemical genomics and proteomics methods
- • Be able to compare and contrast the main chemical tools used in cell biology with reference to their chemical and physical basis
- • Be able to apply chemical rationale for the design, synthesis, and application of small molecules for the manipulation of biological systems
- • Be able to understand the scientific language and concepts in the primary literature relevant to chemical biology.
Delivery and Resources
lectures
tutorials
iLearn
Unit Schedule
Lecture 5-7PM Wednesdays from week 1-13
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Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html
Grading Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
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Disruption to Studies Policy http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html The Disruption to Studies Policy is effective from March 3 2014 and replaces the Special Consideration Policy.
In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
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Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
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Graduate Capabilities
PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills
Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- be able to compare and contrast chemical genomics and proteomics methods
- • Be able to compare and contrast the main chemical tools used in cell biology with reference to their chemical and physical basis
- • Be able to write out the mechanism of action of major classes of small molecules in modulating protein pathways
- • Be able to write out the mechanism for reactions in primary and secondary metabolism
Assessment tasks
- FInal Exam
- assignments
- oral presentation
PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- be able to compare and contrast chemical genomics and proteomics methods
- • Be able to compare and contrast the main chemical tools used in cell biology with reference to their chemical and physical basis
- • Be able to apply chemical rationale for the design, synthesis, and application of small molecules for the manipulation of biological systems
Assessment tasks
- FInal Exam
- assignments
- oral presentation
PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- • Be able to write out the mechanism of action of major classes of small molecules in modulating protein pathways
- • Be able to apply chemical rationale for the design, synthesis, and application of small molecules for the manipulation of biological systems
- • Be able to understand the scientific language and concepts in the primary literature relevant to chemical biology.
Assessment tasks
- FInal Exam
- assignments
- oral presentation
PG - Effective Communication
Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- be able to compare and contrast chemical genomics and proteomics methods
- • Be able to compare and contrast the main chemical tools used in cell biology with reference to their chemical and physical basis
- • Be able to understand the scientific language and concepts in the primary literature relevant to chemical biology.
Assessment tasks
- FInal Exam
- assignments
- oral presentation
PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative
Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcome
- • Be able to apply chemical rationale for the design, synthesis, and application of small molecules for the manipulation of biological systems
Assessment task
- oral presentation