Unit Outline

Metabolic biochemistry entails the study of intermediary metabolism and the structures involved. This unit is concerned mainly with the metabolic processes involved in the inter-conversion and storage of metabolic energy, the regulation of these processes and the associated molecules. Specifically, the intention of this unit is to: Introduce some of the chemical and physical processes on which life depends; Provide you with an understanding of some of the major biological molecules and their metabolic interrelationships sufficient to pursue further studies in the nutrition, exercise science, physiology and molecular biology of higher organisms; Develop your awareness of the biomedical applications of biochemistry.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1.	Demonstrate a sound and broad understanding of the metabolic basis, and co-ordination, of metabolism in humans in both healthy and diseased cells and tissues
2.	Apply critical thinking skills to complex problem-based learning activities
3.	Interpret, evaluate and communicate biochemical data from scientific literature and in laboratory-based experimentation in the form of a case study.

Requisites


REQUISITE TYPE	REQUISITES
Pre-requisite	[KRA113 AND KRA114] OR [KRA161 AND CXA125]

Alterations as a result of student feedback

No alterations have been made as a result of student feedback

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Test	Week 4	15 %	LO1, LO2
Assessment Task 2:	Test	Week 9	15 %	LO1, LO2
Assessment Task 3:	Metabolic disease review	Week 10	20 %	LO1, LO2, LO3
Assessment Task 4:	Case Study	Week 13	10 %	LO1, LO2, LO3
Assessment Task 5:	Examination	Exam Period	40 %	LO1, LO2, LO3

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Test

Task Description:

Written test exam consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions.

Task Length:

60 minutes

Due Date:

Week 4

Weight:

15 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of metabolic processes through the analysis and interpretation of problem-based, written activities.	LO1, LO2

Assessment Task 2: Test

Task Description:

Written test exam consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions.

Task Length:

60 minutes

Due Date:

Week 9

Weight:

15 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of metabolic processes through the analysis and interpretation of problem-based, written activities..	LO1, LO2

Assessment Task 3: Metabolic disease review

Task Description:

Metabolic disease review

Task Length:

3000 words excluding references

Due Date:

Week 10

Weight:

20 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Introduce a topic and organize ideas, concepts, and information to make important metabolic biochemistry connections and distinctions.	LO1, LO2, LO3
2	Research and evaluate published literature in biochemical sciences	LO1, LO2, LO3
3	Communicate in the form of a review assignment on your topic.	LO1, LO2, LO3

Assessment Task 4: Case Study

Task Description:

Case study based on the practical component.

Task Length:

Students will answer questions based on the analysis of a case study that is related to the practical component of this unit. Approximately 800 words.

Due Date:

Week 13

Weight:

10 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Analyse and interpret real-world data based on the practicals.	LO2, LO3
2	Identify key issues of the case study and analyse these issues using the relevant theoretical concepts and the literature.	LO1, LO2, LO3

Assessment Task 5: Examination

Task Description:

This is a closed book paper-based exam, where you will be required to demonstrate your individual ability to communicate and apply theoretical and practical knowledge. You may take one A4 double sided or two A4 single sided handwritten or typed notes into the exam.

Task Length:

2 hours

Due Date:

Exam Period

Weight:

40 %

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.

Review of results and appeals

You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.

Required Resources

Required reading materials

Although you do not need a textbook to successfully complete CXA261 Metabolic Biochemistry, it will be beneficial to have at least one biochemistry textbook at hand to further develop your understanding of the subject material. In this course, most of the lectures will be derived from the following textbook:

Voet, Fundamentals of Biochemistry, 5th Edition 2016. ISBN 978-1-118-91840-1.