James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

BM1201 - Energy Metabolism: Powering Life

For students who do not have the required pre-requisites, please seek advice from the Discipline Academic Advisor to enrol.

Subject Description

This subject is designed to provide both biomedical and biological scientists with the foundations of biochemistry including the functional components of living cells and the basic metabolic strategies adopted by living cells for the generation of energy and the synthesis of cellular components.

Learning Outcomes

• identify and describe the structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids found in living organisms
• describe the role of enzymes in biochemistry
• describe the basic pathways of metabolic pathways and their role in energy production and molecule synthesis in living cells
• develop and demonstrate basic laboratory skills in the manipulation and analysis of biomolecules

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (50%) - Individual
• Written > Examination - In class - (13%) - Individual
• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (38%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Attend all practicals. Obtain at least 50% in the on-course component. Obtain at least 50% in the end of semester exam.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  BC2013

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