BIOMO101-22B (HAM)

Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology

15 Points

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Division of Health Engineering Computing & Science
School of Science
Biomedical, Molecular and Cellular Biology

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Convenor(s)

Brydget Tulloch

Brydget Tulloch
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Joanna Hicks

Joanna Hicks
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William Kelton

William Kelton
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Paper Description

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Molecular and Cellular Biology explores the facets of life that can not be seen with the naked eye. This paper introduces students to the molecules of life and the fundamental processes that every organism on earth uses to grow and divide. We explore the biochemistry of metabolism and photosynthesis and the role of DNA in cellular function, inheritance, precision medicine and evolution and explore the cells and function of the immune system. Students who take this paper gain an appreciation for the myriad of molecular processes that happen every day within cells, and how this relates to health and disease.

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Paper Structure

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This paper is taught through a combination of lectures, and laboratory classes. Details of lecture and lab content are provided in the attached paper timetable. Please note that laboratory classes start in the second week of semester and are an essential part of the course.

Important note for international students: For international students in New Zealand under student visas, regular attendance is part of your visa obligation and is checked as a requirement on the University under the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students, to which the University is a signatory. Academic staff are formally required to monitor attendance in classes and submission of compulsory assessment events/items and to report to Waikato International in the event that any problem with irregular attendance or non-submission is not resolved.


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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the paper should be able to:

  • Describe and illustrate the basic building blocks of biological macromolecules (e.g. amino acids)
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  • Apply knowledge of the amino acids to explain properties of enzymes and biochemical pathways
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  • Compare enzyme substrates, transition states, inhibitors and common drugs
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  • Illustrate the organisation and regulation of genetic material
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  • Compare typical and atypical cellular processes to explain features of health and disease
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  • Review and discuss cultural, ethical and social implications of genetic and biomedical information
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  • Demonstrate academic integrity in a scientific context
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  • Use information learned and undertake research to communicate enzyme-drug reactions through both written and oral media
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  • Perform common mathematical functions inlcluding concentration calculations and unit conversions
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Assessment

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The dates indicated for assessment procedures will normally be adhered to. Any changes in the dates will be made in consultation with the class, at least one week prior to the original date.


Your overall paper grade will follow the standardised University grading scheme: A+ 90-100%, A 85-89%, A- 80-84%, B+ 75-79%, B 70-74%, B- 65-69%, C+ 60-64%, C 55-59%, C- 50-54%; D 40-49%, E 0-39%. A pass grade (C-) for this paper implies that a student has a minimal acceptable level of competency in the learning outcomes listed above.
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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Test 1
17 Aug 2022
12:00 PM
10
  • Hand-in: In Lecture
2. Test 2
28 Sep 2022
12:00 PM
10
  • Hand-in: In Lecture
3. Test 3
24 Oct 2022
No set time
10
4. Labs
40
  • Hand-in: In Lab
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
  • Presentation: In Lab
5. Quizzes
15
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
6. Poster - draft
2 Sep 2022
5:00 PM
3
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
7. Poster - final submission
19 Sep 2022
5:00 PM
8
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8. Poster - presentation
19 Sep 2022
No set time
4
  • Hand-in: In Lab
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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For all first year biology papers (BIOEB101, BIOEB102 and BIOMO101) the recommended textbook is Campbell Biology (11th edition), by J.B. Reece et al. (2018), pub. Pearson. The 10th edition (eds. J.B.Reece et al., 2015) and the 9th edition (eds. J.B.Reece et al., 2011) are also suitable and can be found second hand.


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Recommended Readings

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Those intending to major in molecular and cellular biology will find Biochemistry, Concepts and Connections (2nd edition) by Appling, Anthony-Cahill and Mathews (Pearson) useful to buy as this the main text book required at second and third year for Biochemistry (BIOMO201 and BIOMO301).

Those intending to study either of the biology majors (or any other science subject) will also find Writing for Science: a practical handbook for science, engineering and technology students (3rd edition) by H. Silyn-Roberts (2012, pub. Pearson) very useful. (Or, if you have a copy, A student handbook for writing in biology (2nd edition), by K. Knisely (2005, pub. Sinauer/Freeman) will be helpful.)

Students with little prior experience of biology should also use Getting Ready for Biology (L. Garrett, 2007, Pearson).

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Online Support

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This paper has a Moodle page (http://elearn.waikato.ac.nz) where you will be able to access pdfs of lecture notes and powerpoints, lecture recordings, and assessment materials. There are also discussion forums where you can both ask and answer questions. Your poster assignment must be submitted electronically through Moodle, and an identical paper copy at FIC.

PLEASE NOTE: Moodle will be used for class notices. It is your responsibility to check the site regularly. Instructions provided on Moodle and in lectures are considered to be given to the class as a whole.


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Workload

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This paper has seven contact hours per week plus three hours per week for assessment and independent study.


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Linkages to Other Papers

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BIOMO101 is a required paper for the BIOMO major and is a prerequisite for BIOMO201, BIOMO202 and BIOMO204.


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Restriction(s)

Restricted papers: BIOL101

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