THE SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES

http://www.sussex.ac.uk/lifesci/internal/programmes/biochemistry/ug

The School of Life sciences offers following undergraduate programmes for the Current academic year (2010-11).

• Biochemistry (BSc)
• Biochemistry (with a sandwich year) (BSc)
• Biomedical Science (BSc)
• Biosciences (with a Foundation Year) (BSc)
• Molecular Genetics (BSc)
• Molecular Genetics (with a sandwich year) (BSc)
• Molecular Medicine (with a sandwich year) (BSc)
• Molecular Medicine (BSc)

The information on each programme is available on the University website but in a specific format. Each programme has set its level, qualifications required for the admission to the programme, the out come of learning programme. The duration of each programme is three years. There are three terms in an academic year-

Autumn term    04 October 2010    to      10 December 2010

Spring term      10 January 2011      to      18 March 2011

Summer term   27 April  2011         to      01 July 2011

The students are required to take 120 credits in each year. The year and term wise courses to be offered by the students and the credits are mentioned. Here one example  B.Sc. in Biomedical Science is given. 

(BSc) Biomedical Science

Entry for 2010

·         Outline    

·         Specifications

FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education qualifications)

This programme is set at Honours Level in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.

Entry Requirements

A-levels (or equivalent) must include two science subjects. In addition, you must have GCSE (or equivalent) in both Mathematics and English, at grade C.

Offer Requirements

In the range AAB-BBB

Programme Learning Outcomes

At the end of the programme the successful student will be able to: 1. Demonstrate a sufficient knowledge of the anatomy, structure, function and physiological control of the cardiovascular, endocrine, gastrointestinal, nervous, renal, reproduction, neurological, respiratory and skeletal systems of the human body (BM) 2.Be able to describe cell structure and function in prokaryotes and eukaryotes at the molecular level and how cells maintain homeostasis and respond to stress and injury.(BM) 3. Be able to relate the structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and proteins to the chemical properties of their building materials and be able to discuss the synthesis, storage and degradation of fuel molecules to provide usable energy through metabolic processes regulated by intra- and extracellular strategies (BM). 4.Explain how the principles of genetics underlie modern molecular biology and gene expression and the rationale behind the human genome project (BM) 5. Describe how mutations in DNA can give rise to the pathological changes seen in some diseases; how these may be inherited and some diagnostic options where genetic disease is suspected. (BM) 6. Demonstrate a knowledge of important morphological features of the major classes of microorganisms and be able to handle, culture and observe microorganisms in a safe and asceptic manner. 7. Be able to.describe the microscopic appearance of normal and abnormal cells and tissues and the the principles of fixation and simple routine staining procedures. (BM) 8. To show an understanding and ability to carry out quantitiative and qualitative methods to enumerate, identify and determine antibiotic sensitivity of microroganisms of medical importance.(BM) 9. Show a knowledge and understanding of the biochemical responses that may occur in a range diseases states and how biochemical changes associated with disease are assessed in the clinical laboratory and applied to the diagnosis and monitoring of disease (BM) 10. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the innate and acquired immune system and the consequences, diagnosis and treatment of diseases associated with abnormal immune function. (BM) 11.Be able to explain the biochemical basis of the human ABO blood groups system and demonstrate a knowledge diseases of haematopoiesis and haemostasis, anaemias and leukaemias. (BM) 12.Demonstrate an understanding of the role of histocompatibility antigens in transplantation. (BM) 13.Be able to appreciate the selection, preparation, storage and safe provision of appropriate blood components and be aware of the possible adverse effects associated with the use of blood and blood products. (BM) Generic skills 1. Be able to access biomedical science information from a variety of sources and to communicate the principles in an appropriate manner. (BM) 2. Have ability in a range of practical techniques relevant to biomedical science including data collection, analysis and interpretation of those data, and testing of hypotheses. (BM) 3 Demonstrate an understanding of the explanation of biomedical concepts at all levels of biological organisation ranging from molecules to intact organisms. (BM) 4 Plan, execute and present an independent piece of work within a supported framework in which qualities such as time management, problem solving and independence are evident. (BM) 5. Explain some of the ethical issues and their impact on advances in biomedical science. (BM) 6. Record data accurately, and to carry out basic manipulation of qualitative and quantitative data including statistical analysis when appropriate. (BM) 7 Have developed basic strategies to enable them to update their knowledge of biomedical science.

Full-time programme composition

Year	Term	Status	Course	Level	Credits
1	AUT/SPR	Core course	Cell and Molecular Biology (C7004)	1	24
	AUTUMN	Core course	Darwinian Evolution (C1010)	1	12
		Core course	Essential Skills in Biomedical Science (C7027)	1	12
		Core course	Human Physiology (C1102)	1	12
	SPR/SUM	Core course	Research Methods in Biochemistry (C7011)	1	18
	SPRING	Core course	Biological Chemistry (C7024)	1	12
		Core course	Common Medical Problems (C7101)	1	6
		Core course	Introduction to Pharmacology (C7135)	1	6
	SUMMER	Core course	Introduction to Microbiology (C7136)	1	6
		Core course	Introduction to Molecular Genetics (C1049)	1	6
		Core course	Metabolism (C7103)	1	6
Year	Term	Status	Course	Level	Credits
2	AUTUMN	1 of these options	Advanced Molecular Cell Biology (C7113)	2	12
			Principles of Neuroscience (C1016)	2	12
		Core course	Cell Regulation and Cancer (C7108)	2	12
		Core course	Clinical Chemistry (C7133)	2	6
		Core course	Genes and Genomes (C7110)	2	6
		Core course	Haematology (C7138)	2	6
		Core course	Human Body (C7104)	2	6
	SPRING	1 of these options	Developmental Biology (C1008)	2	12
			Neural Circuits (C1098)	2	12
			Proteins in Action (C7114)	2	12
		Core course	Clinical Aspects of Biochemistry (C7020)	2	12
		Core course	Medical Microbiology (C7137)	2	12
		Core course	Virology (C7102)	2	12
	SUMMER	Core course	Critical Reasoning in Biochemistry (C7109)	2	6
		Core course	Human Molecular Genetics (C7111)	2	6
		Core course	Principles of Drug Action (C7112)	2	6
		Core course	The Immune System (C7115)	2	6
Year	Term	Status	Course	Level	Credits
3	AUT/SPR	Core course	Biochemistry & Biomedical Science Final Year Research Project (C7127)	3	30
	AUTUMN	Option (see information published by Department)	Antimicrobial Agents (C7139)	3	15
			Cell Signalling and its Applications in Disease and Therapeutics (C7118)	3	15
			Genomics (C7120)	3	15
			Immunology in Health and Disease (C7121)	3	15
			Molecular Genetics (C7123)	3	15
			Neuronal Transduction and Transmission (C1120)	3	15
			Regulating the Transcriptome (C7132)	3	15
	SPRING	Option (see information published by Department)	Biotechnology, Innovation and Science Policy (C7117)	3	15
			Developmental Neurobiology (C1115)	3	15
			Endocrinology and Disease (C7119)	3	15
			Genes and Development (C1117)	3	15
			Genome Stability, Genetic Diseases and Cancer (C7129)	3	15
			Neuronal Plasticity and Gene Regulation (C1121)	3	15
			Post Transcriptional Control of Gene Expression (C7131)	3	15
			Protein Form and Function (C7124)	3	15
			Receptors and Senses (C1130)	3	15
			Sensory and Motor Functions of the Nervous System (C8835)	3	15

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OPEN BOOK TEST ON DATA HANDLING

The  First Year B.Sc. students of Biomedical science are answering the open book test during their regular lecture hour.

                                 While answering the students can discuss with the teacher.

The subject mainly deals with the preparation of solutions of different concentrations. I feel that why not we give this test to our B.Sc. Chemistry students? Please give me your comments I will send some more information. The test paper was like this.  

Open book test 1

Use scientific notation whenever appropriate.

            (eg. Write 2.3 x 10^-9 instead of 0.0000000023)

1.         Complete the equations:

(a) 4 ml =......... µl	(b) 4 mmol =..........  pmol	(c ) 4 mol =........... pmol
(d) 4 nmol =.........mmol	(e) 4 µg =............  mg	(f) 4 pg =............ ng

2.         Calculate the number of mols of glucose in:

            (a)  70 ml of 100 nM solution              (b)  0.25 ml of 100 mM solution 
 

            (c)  5 ml of 3 x 10-5 M solution          (d) 300 µl of 0.02 M solution    

3.        Express the following in molar (M = mol/litre) units:

(a) 50 pM:                     (b)130 pmol/ml:             (c ) 0.006 µM:  
     

(d) 15 mM:                    (e) 20 µmol/litre:             (f) 60 mmol/100 ml:

4.         Express 50 mM in units of:

(a)  mmol / litre:                   (b)  µmol /  µl:                        (c)  mmol /  µl:  

                                      

(d)  mmol / ml:                      (e)   µmol / ml:                       (f)   nmol / µl:

5.         Calculate the molarity of a solution containing:

(a)   130 mg of bovine serum albumin per ml  (Mr of bovine serum albumin = 65,000):

(b)  240 mg NaOH/5 ml   (Mr NaOH = 40):

 (c)  370 mg KCl/100 ml   (Mr KCl = 74):

6.  You have prepared a protein solution containing 100 mg/ml. The protein has a Mr of 50,000. 

      Express the concentration of this protein:

(a)  as % (w/v). Hint – this means the number of grams in 100 ml

solution.

(b)   in M units.