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CBMS104 – Biomolecules
2016 – S1 Day
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Louise Brown
Contact via Email
E8C-305
Tuesday to Friday - by appointment
Lecturer
Helena Nevalainen
Lecturer
Robert Willows
Lecturer
Anwar Sunna
Lecturer
Joanne Jamie
Lecturer
Nicki Packer
Lecturer
Dane King
Lecturer
Mirjana Strkalj
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| Credit points |
Credit points
3
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to BClinSci
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
CBMS104 is an intensive blended unit which provides students with an understanding of fundamental concepts and principles in chemistry and biochemistry in a clinical context. The unit commences with Module 1 “Biomolecules”. The focus of this first module is on the structure and reactivity of the five major groups of Biomolecules (lipids, proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates). Discussion of each of these five groups allows for the integration of topics from the three traditional areas of general chemistry, introductory organic chemistry and biochemistry. The second module “Metabolism” draws on the concepts presented in the “Biomolecules” module and re-integrates them to fully develop the concepts of biomolecules as energy yielding compounds. Discussion in this second module is focused on metabolic considerations of carbohydrates, proteins and fats, and leads to discussion of topics such as obesity, dieting, fitness and disease. Through the participation in an integrated series of hands-on workshops called the ‘Molecule Project’, students will adopt a biochemically active ‘real-life’ biomolecule of clinical importance and build a portfolio of biochemical properties for their biomolecule throughout the unit.
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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:
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of general chemistry and introductory organic chemistry principles applicable to the discipline of clinical science.
- Demonstrate an ability to name and write (or describe) structures for representative molecules of the major classes of biochemicals/biomolecules found in the human body.
- Apply knowledge of the chemistry and biochemistry concepts to describe the structure and properties of biomolecules and be able to predict the behaviour of molecules from their structures.
- Define and describe key biochemical concepts for the major biological systems involved in metabolism and energy production pathways in the living cell.
General Assessment Information
Assignment Submission
In general, this is a paperless unit so no assignments or quizzes will be physically handed in. You will be required to submit all assignments through iLearn via a Turnitin link. Turnitin is an online program that detects plagiarised pieces of work. It compares not only work between students in the current year but also across previous years, across institutions, with all published materials, and the internet. Do not under any circumstances lend your work to another student. If that student plagiarises your work you too will be liable.
The penalties imposed by the University for plagiarism are serious and may include expulsion from the University. ANY evidence of plagiarism WILL be dealt with according to University policy. A full outline of the Universities policy on plagiarism is found at http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html.
It is your responsibility to ensure all documents submitted in ilearn are the correct file(s) and readable by the person marking your assignment.
Extensions and penalties
10% will be deducted for each day (up to and including any time in the 24 hr period) if an assignment is late. This includes each day of a weekend. If you are unable to submit the assignment by the due date then an extension must be sought BEFORE the due date unless this is absolutely impossible. Notification after the event of an anticipatable absence will not be looked upon favourably. To support your extension, you must submit a "Disruption to studies" request via www.ask.mq.edu.au See http://www.students.mq.edu.au/student_admin/manage_your_study_program/disruption_to_studies/ for instructions on how to do this. Please note that evidence must be given to support your request for an extension.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Due |
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| Workshop reports x 4 | 20% | Due 1 week following workshop |
| Molecule Project Report | 20% | Week 7 & Week 11 |
| Mid-semester test | 10% | Week 6 |
| Final Exam | 50% | University Examination Period |
Workshop reports x 4
Due: Due 1 week following workshop
Weighting: 20%
Four x 2hr Workshops will be held in E4B 118 Faculty PC Lab as follows:
Week 2 (9th March 2016): Lipids
Week 5 (30th March 2016): Proteins
Week 8 (4th May 2016): Nucleic Acids
Week 11 (25th May 2016): Sugars
The workshop material will be provided through ilearn. Attendance is compulsory at all workshops. Reports will be due 1 week after the workshop and are to be submitted through ilearn. Each report is worth 5% of the total grade.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of general chemistry and introductory organic chemistry principles applicable to the discipline of clinical science.
- Demonstrate an ability to name and write (or describe) structures for representative molecules of the major classes of biochemicals/biomolecules found in the human body.
- Apply knowledge of the chemistry and biochemistry concepts to describe the structure and properties of biomolecules and be able to predict the behaviour of molecules from their structures.
- Define and describe key biochemical concepts for the major biological systems involved in metabolism and energy production pathways in the living cell.
Molecule Project Report
Due: Week 7 & Week 11
Weighting: 20%
Two short written assignments (~1,000 words each) will be due in week 7 and week 11. Assignment question will be given on ilearn 3 weeks before due date. Assignments will be submitted through ilearn.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an ability to name and write (or describe) structures for representative molecules of the major classes of biochemicals/biomolecules found in the human body.
- Apply knowledge of the chemistry and biochemistry concepts to describe the structure and properties of biomolecules and be able to predict the behaviour of molecules from their structures.
- Define and describe key biochemical concepts for the major biological systems involved in metabolism and energy production pathways in the living cell.
Mid-semester test
Due: Week 6
Weighting: 10%
A multiple choice mid-semester test will be held during class time in Week 6 (2-3pm). The test will cover material from Lipids and Proteins topics only (Week 1 to 5).
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of general chemistry and introductory organic chemistry principles applicable to the discipline of clinical science.
- Demonstrate an ability to name and write (or describe) structures for representative molecules of the major classes of biochemicals/biomolecules found in the human body.
Final Exam
Due: University Examination Period
Weighting: 50%
The final exam (50%) will be 3 hours in length with 10 minutes reading time. It is designed to address specific understanding of all the topics presented within the course and to show that the knowledge obtained can be applied to new problems.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of general chemistry and introductory organic chemistry principles applicable to the discipline of clinical science.
- Demonstrate an ability to name and write (or describe) structures for representative molecules of the major classes of biochemicals/biomolecules found in the human body.
- Apply knowledge of the chemistry and biochemistry concepts to describe the structure and properties of biomolecules and be able to predict the behaviour of molecules from their structures.
- Define and describe key biochemical concepts for the major biological systems involved in metabolism and energy production pathways in the living cell.
Delivery and Resources
CBMS104 is a 3-credit-point, one semester unit, comprising:
- Lectures: two one-hour lectures a week.
- Workshop: four two-hour computer-lab.
- Self-Study: there is an expectation that you will also engage in study of the material outside of the formal face-to-face contact.
In order to complete this unit you must:
- Participate in all workshop sessions and submit workshop reports by the specified dates.
- Submit two assignments.
- Attempt the mid-session test (50 minutes), held during a standard lecture time.
- Sit the final examination of (3 hours), held during the examination period.
An unsatisfactory performance in the final examination or the written assignments (including workshop reports) may result in a fail grade being given, regardless of your overall aggregate score.
CBMS104 Unit Web Site The web page for CBMS104 can be found at ilearn.mq.edu.au. The CBMS104 iLearn web site is your primary source of data and information for this unit and will be used as a repository of lectures and workshop materials, and as a means of communication. Login to iLearn and follow the prompts to CBMS104. You will be asked for a username and password. Your User Name is your Macquarie Student ID Number, which is an 8-digit number found on your Campus Card. The password is your myMQ Student Portal password. If you have any problems with iLearn log a ticket with OneHelp at onehelp.mq.edu.au. More information about OneHelp can be found at http://informatics.mq.edu.au/help/.
Announcements on ilearn are also emailed to your student email account. It is your responsibility to ensure your settings in iLearn are active to receive all announcements.
Technology Used You are expected to have access to the ilearn site and be able to download PDF files. If you do not have your own computer, then access can be obtained on campus using the PC computers in the Library or in the C5C computer laboratories. Acrobat Reader can be used to view lecture material and can be downloaded from the Adobe at get.adobe.com/reader/.
Communication: All communication will be given via the iLearn site. Alerts for new announcements will also be sent to your student email account (unless you turn this feature off which is NOT recommended). It is your responsibility to check the ilearn site and your email account on a frequent basis. It is not uncommon for mail from iLearn to be initially recognised as spam. All unit-related correspondence must be conducted using your official university account. E-mails sent to teaching staff from your private email accounts will be IGNORED.
Additional learning resources: will be provided to support students without HSC chemistry or those struggling with general chemistry concepts. Details of these resources will be given on the ilearn site and include the option to purchase access to the Mastering Chemistry online system.
Unit Schedule
LECTURE SCHEDULE 2016
| Week | Date | Lecture 1: 1-2pm E7B 100 Theaterette | Lecture 2: 2-3pm E7B 100 Theaterette | Workshop: 4-6pm E4B 118 Faculty PC Lab | ||
| 1 | 2nd March | Intro lecture | LB | Lipids 1 | RW | |
| 2 | 9th March | Lipids 2 | RW | Lipids 3 | RW | 1: Lipids |
| 3 | 16th March | Proteins 1 | LB | Proteins 2 | LB | |
| 4 | 23rd March | Proteins 3 | LB | Proteins 4 | AS | |
| Easter: 25-28th March | ||||||
| 5 | 30th March | Proteins 5 | AS | Nucleic Acids 1 | JJ | 2: Proteins |
| 6 | 6th April | Nucleic Acids 2 | JJ | Mid-semester test (10%) | LB | |
| Mid-semester break: 11-24th April | ||||||
| 7 | 27th April | Nucleic Acids 3 | HN | Nucleic Acids 4 | HN | |
| 8 | 4th May | Sugars 1 | JJ | Sugars 2 | JJ | 3: Nucleic Acids |
| 9 | 11th May | Sugars 3 | JJ/NP | Sugars 4 | NP | |
| 10 | 18th May | Sugars 5 | NP | Respiration | DK | |
| 11 | 25th May | Cellular Energy Processes 1 | RW | Cellular Energy Processes 2 | RW | 4: Sugars |
| 12 | 1st June | Blood glucose regulation | MS | Digestion | MS | |
| 13 | 8th June | Revision/catch up lecture | Revision/exam prep | |||
Lecturers
| LB | Dr Louise Brown |
| RW | Prof Robert Willows |
| JJ | Assoc Joanne Jamie |
| HN | Prof Helena Nevalainen |
| NP | Prof Nicki Packer |
| AS | Dr Anwar Sunna |
| DK | Dr Dane King |
| MS | Dr Mirjana Strkalj |
*Note: This schedule is approximate and may be altered as required. Locations/lecturers may change. Any updates will be communicated via ilearn.
Learning and Teaching Activities
Mastering Chemistry - additional learning support for 100 level chemistry
Lectures
Workshops
Self Directed Learning and Study
Policies and Procedures
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
New Assessment Policy in effect from Session 2 2016 http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy_2016.html. For more information visit http://students.mq.edu.au/events/2016/07/19/new_assessment_policy_in_place_from_session_2/
Assessment Policy prior to Session 2 2016 http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html
Grading Policy prior to Session 2 2016 http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/complaint_management/procedure.html
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/
Results
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills
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
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Graduate Capabilities
Creative and Innovative
Our graduates will also be capable of creative thinking and of creating knowledge. They will be imaginative and open to experience and capable of innovation at work and in the community. We want them to be engaged in applying their critical, creative thinking.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Assessment task
- Workshop reports x 4
Capable of Professional and Personal Judgement and Initiative
We want our graduates to have emotional intelligence and sound interpersonal skills and to demonstrate discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgement. They will exercise initiative as needed. They will be capable of risk assessment, and be able to handle ambiguity and complexity, enabling them to be adaptable in diverse and changing environments.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Assessment task
- Workshop reports x 4
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Our graduates will have enquiring minds and a literate curiosity which will lead them to pursue knowledge for its own sake. They will continue to pursue learning in their careers and as they participate in the world. They will be capable of reflecting on their experiences and relationships with others and the environment, learning from them, and growing - personally, professionally and socially.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcome
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of general chemistry and introductory organic chemistry principles applicable to the discipline of clinical science.
Discipline Specific Knowledge and Skills
Our graduates will take with them the intellectual development, depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content in their chosen fields to make them competent and confident in their subject or profession. They will be able to demonstrate, where relevant, professional technical competence and meet professional standards. They will be able to articulate the structure of knowledge of their discipline, be able to adapt discipline-specific knowledge to novel situations, and be able to contribute from their discipline to inter-disciplinary solutions to problems.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of general chemistry and introductory organic chemistry principles applicable to the discipline of clinical science.
- Demonstrate an ability to name and write (or describe) structures for representative molecules of the major classes of biochemicals/biomolecules found in the human body.
- Define and describe key biochemical concepts for the major biological systems involved in metabolism and energy production pathways in the living cell.
Assessment tasks
- Workshop reports x 4
- Molecule Project Report
- Mid-semester test
- Final Exam
Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
We want our graduates to be capable of reasoning, questioning and analysing, and to integrate and synthesise learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments; to be able to critique constraints, assumptions and limitations; to be able to think independently and systemically in relation to scholarly activity, in the workplace, and in the world. We want them to have a level of scientific and information technology literacy.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of general chemistry and introductory organic chemistry principles applicable to the discipline of clinical science.
- Demonstrate an ability to name and write (or describe) structures for representative molecules of the major classes of biochemicals/biomolecules found in the human body.
- Apply knowledge of the chemistry and biochemistry concepts to describe the structure and properties of biomolecules and be able to predict the behaviour of molecules from their structures.
- Define and describe key biochemical concepts for the major biological systems involved in metabolism and energy production pathways in the living cell.
Assessment tasks
- Workshop reports x 4
- Molecule Project Report
- Mid-semester test
- Final Exam
Problem Solving and Research Capability
Our graduates should be capable of researching; of analysing, and interpreting and assessing data and information in various forms; of drawing connections across fields of knowledge; and they should be able to relate their knowledge to complex situations at work or in the world, in order to diagnose and solve problems. We want them to have the confidence to take the initiative in doing so, within an awareness of their own limitations.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of general chemistry and introductory organic chemistry principles applicable to the discipline of clinical science.
- Demonstrate an ability to name and write (or describe) structures for representative molecules of the major classes of biochemicals/biomolecules found in the human body.
- Apply knowledge of the chemistry and biochemistry concepts to describe the structure and properties of biomolecules and be able to predict the behaviour of molecules from their structures.
- Define and describe key biochemical concepts for the major biological systems involved in metabolism and energy production pathways in the living cell.
Assessment tasks
- Workshop reports x 4
- Molecule Project Report
- Final Exam
Effective Communication
We want to develop in our students the ability to communicate and convey their views in forms effective with different audiences. We want our graduates to take with them the capability to read, listen, question, gather and evaluate information resources in a variety of formats, assess, write clearly, speak effectively, and to use visual communication and communication technologies as appropriate.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcome
- Define and describe key biochemical concepts for the major biological systems involved in metabolism and energy production pathways in the living cell.
Assessment tasks
- Workshop reports x 4
- Molecule Project Report
Changes from Previous Offering
This is a new unit for 2016 and only available to students in the BClinSci program.
Recommended Texts
For GAMSAT preparation and chemistry background covered in this unit, the following text is strongly recommended. (Note, this is the text used for CBMS102.)
- Brown, LeMay, Bursten, Murphy, Woodward, Langford, Sagatys and George, Chemistry: The Central Science, 3rd Ed, Pearson Australia, 2013, ISBN:9781442554603
It is also highly recommended that students have access to a Biochemistry text and we recommend the following text. (Note, this is the text used for CBMS223.)
- Fundamentals of Biochemistry: Life at the Molecular Level, 4th Edition by Donald Voet, Judith G. Voet, Charlotte W. Pratt, Wiley.
Alternatively, students can use the following Biochemistry text: Biochemistry (5th Edition) Reginald H. Garrett (Author), Charles M. Grisham.
The texts can be purchased through the Co-op bookstore on campus.