DAP1105 Biochemistry
Course Unit Title
DAP1105 Biochemistry
Course Unit Description
The course introduces students to the chemistry of biomolecules and the metabolic pathways that are paramount to animal production.
Course Objectives
- To introduce students to the chemistry of biomolecules and metabolic pathways
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, learners should be able to:
- Define; an atom, element, molecule, compound and hydrocarbons
- Discuss the chemical properties of water and how this influences biomolecular and cellular function.
- Compare the catalytic mechanisms of different classes of enzymes and be capable of performing simple calculations relating to their activity and inhibition.
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the principles and integration of cellular metabolism, including metabolic pathways associated with glycolysis, glycogenolysis, gluconeogenesis, the citric acid cycle, oxidative phosphorylation and the synthesis and degradation of fatty acids, amino acids and nucleotides