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 600-131 Biomed: Molecules, Cells & Organisms

Note

  • This subject is only available to Bachelor of Biomedical Science students

  • Experiments involving the use of animals are an essential part of this subject; exemption from these experiments is not possible.

  • Credit cannot be gained for this subject and 600-141

  • This is a joint botany/zoology subject.

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

2

Coordinator

Ms D Gleeson

Corequisites

Students are expected to enrol in both 600-131 and 600-132

Semester

1 (view timetable)

Contact

36 lectures (three a week), 36 hours of practicals (3 hours a week), 10 1-hour tutorial/workshop sessions

Subject Description

This subject aims to familiarise students with modern concepts of molecular, cell and organismal biology as a foundation for further studies in biomedical science. Two major topics are addressed. Cell and molecular biology includes the chemical building blocks of life, functioning cells, cell evolution and endosymbiosis; cell organelles, their structure and function; movement across membranes: structure, permeability and transport; the cell wall and extracellular matrix; cell metabolism: enzymes and cellular reactions; excitable cells; energy transformations; cell divisions: mitosis and meiosis; cells and tissues; cellular communication and signalling; tissue culture and cloning. Animal physiology includes a comparative approach to circulation, nutrition and digestion, excretion, respiration and gaseous exchange, thermoregulation, reproduction, development, the immune system, hormonal control and nervous systems.

Assessment

A 3-hour written examination on theory and practical components of the subject at the end of semester, practical assessment and mid-semester tests. Satisfactory performance in the practical assessment is a hurdle requirement for passing the subject.

Prescribed Texts
  • W K Purves, G H Orians, H C Heller and D Sadava, Life. Sinaver/Freeman, 1998.
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