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BIOCHEMISTRY III (ANIMAL BIOCHEMICAL PROCESSES) BSC303

Duration (approx) 100 hours
Qualification
Statement of Attainment

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Advanced Biochemistry Course

Study through distance learning.

  • Learn in depth knowledge into the world of animal biochemistry.
  • Diagrams are used to illustrate principles and pathways.
  • Study biochemistry III to work in health science or won't to get a degree with further study.
  • Advanced diplomas that can be used towards degree programs.   This course is designed for people working or wishing to work in a human or animal health or science related profession, as practitioner, educator or researcher. Learn to explain a range of common biochemical processes with an emphasis upon animal and human biochemical processes.

In this course we examine a wide range of detailed metabolic processes. You will learn to explain a range of common biochemical processes including glycolysis and glycogen metabolism, lipid, amino acid and nucleotide metabolism, enzyme activity, sugar and polysaccharide metabolism, electron transport, oxidative phosphorylation and movement across membranes and a range of other processes. By studying with ACS you will be able to experience the luxury of studying at home and at your own pace! Enrol now to get the most out of this fascinating course.

This course forms part of many of our more advanced diplomas such as health science advanced diplomas that can be used towards degree programs.

Duration:  100 hours

Prerequisites:  Biochemistry II or similar

 

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COURSE AIMS

  • Explain the interaction between the various biochemical processes within the animal cell. 
  • Explain the processes of glycolysis and glycogen metabolism.
  • Understand the transport mechanism of bio-chemicals through animal membranes.  
  • Explain the processes of electron transfer and oxidative phosphorylation, and their importance to energy regulation in animals. 
  • Explain the metabolism of carbohydrates.
  • Explain the metabolism of lipids
  • Explain the metabolism of amino acids.
  • Explain biochemical nucleotide metabolism
  • Explain enzyme reactions and catalysis in biochemistry.
  • Explain other biochemical processes including biochemical communication through hormones and neurotransmission.

 

CONTENTS

There are ten lessons in this module as follows:

  1. Introduction
    • What is metabolism?
    • Cell components
    • Energy, ATP, oxidation - reduction.

  2. Glycolysis and Glycogen Metabolism
    • What is glycolysis?
    • The phases of glycolysis, pyruvate, glycogen and more

  3. Movement through Membranes
    • Transport mechanisms
    • Different types of cellular transport.
  4. Electron Transport and Oxidative Phosphorylation
    • Oxidative phosphorylation, citric acid cycle and more.

  5. Sugar and Polysaccharide Metabolism
    • Gluconeogenesis, pentose phosphate pathway and more.

  6. Lipid Metabolism
    • Beta oxidation
    • Unsaturated fatty acid oxidation
    • Ketone bodies
    • Biosynthesis of fatty acids and more

  7. Amino Acid Metabolism
    • Transamination
    • Amino acid catabolic processes
    • The urea cycle and biosynthesis.

  8. Nucleotide Metabolism
    • Synthesis and regulation
    • Nucleotide degradation
    • Purines
    • Nucleotide co-enzymes etc.

  9. Enzyme Activity
    • Classification and kinetics, regulation etc.

  10. Other Processes
    • Hormones
    • Neurotransmitters and signal cascades and more.

 

Biochemistry is a Foundation for All Work in Applied Biology

  • Human and animal bodies are made up of lots of different chemicals which are constantly changing.
  • Chemicals are eaten (as food), breathed in (in the air); and excreted (e.g. sweat, our bowels and urine).
  • In between, these chemicals move around the body and change form, breaking down into simpler chemicals, or combining together to form larger chemicals.
  • Some are used to create energy allowing movement; other are used to create body tissues.
  • Old tissues break down to produce chemicals that can be excreted, and some chemicals are stored away for later use, perhaps as fat.

This course assumes you have a broad understanding of biochemistry (achieved in Biochemistry I) and an understanding of the different types of molecules (achieved through Biochemistry II); and based on that assumption; it concentrates on expanding and deepening your understanding of these chemical changes that happen to chemicals while they are within an animal or human body.

 

WHAT SETS ACS APART?

At ACS we provide you with more than just a set of course notes.

Your 'learning package' includes:

  • Course notes.
  • Self-assessment quizzes.
  • Assignment feedback.
  • You can interact one on one with a professional tutor with decades of experience - just email, phone or log on to chat to connect with them.
  • Depending upon your course, your studies may involve independent research, interviews, practical exercises, assessments, Problem Based Learning projects, and more.

Of course, being part of ACS distance education program, you have the luxury of studying biochemistry at your own pace and in your own home. Take part of this intriguing journey by enrolling now.

 

AFTER THIS COURSE

Students enrolled in this course will learn to explain a range of common biochemical processes with an emphasis upon animal and human biochemical processes ranging from gluconeogenesis to nucleotides metabolism and much more.

  • Be more confident in your approach to biochemistry.
  • Use this course as a unit towards further study.
  • Use this course for professional development.

 

 

 
Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

Meet some of our academics

Alison Pearce (general)P.G.Cert. Ed., M.Ecotourism, S.Sc. (Hons). Alison has held many positions including: University Lecturer, Writer, Quality Assurance Manager, Research Technician, Vet Nurse and stockwoman. Over 30 years industry experience, mostly in Australia and the UK.. Alison originally graduated with an honors degree in science from university and beyond that has completed post graduate qualifications in education and eco-tourism. She has managed veterinary operating theatre, responsible for animal anaesthesia, instrument preparation, and assistance with surgical techniques and procedures.
Marie Beerman B.Sc.,M.Hort.Marie has been involved in horticulture since 2003. She completed a Masters degree in Horticulture at Hannover University in Germany in 2007, and has worked with ACS since 2011 She has co-authored of several ebooks including one on Roses and has a very sound knowledge and experience with horticultural science and research ranging from plant taxonomy and plant breeding to pest, disease and soil management.,
Dr. Gareth PearceGraduated from the University of Nottingham in 1982 with a B.Sc.(Hons) in Animal Science. Between 82 and 85 worked as Research Assistant and Demonstator in Animal Science at the University of Leeds. Over more than 30 years he has furthered his studies, obtaining eight significant university qualifications including degrees in Veterinary Science, Wildlife Conservation and Animal Behaviour. Gareth has significant teaching experience around the world as a faculty member at eight different universities including Associate Professor at Murdoch University and Director of Studies in Veterinary Science at Cambridge University. He has over 100 prestigious research papers published, and enjoys an outstanding international reputation in the fields of animal and veterinary science.
Marius Erasmus Subsequent to completing a BSc (Agric) degree in animal science, Marius completed an honours degree in wildlife management, and a masters degree in production animal physiology. Following the Masters degree, he has worked for 9 years in the UK, and South Africa in wildlife management, dairy, beef and poultry farming.


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