| Module Identifier |
RS12310 |
| Module Title |
NUTRIENT PATHWAYS IN AGRICULTURE |
| Academic Year |
2001/2002 |
| Co-ordinator |
Dr Neil Beck |
| Semester |
Semester 1 |
| Pre-Requisite |
A/AS level Biological Science subject or an appropriate equivalent |
| Mutually Exclusive |
BS10910 |
| Assessment |
Continuous assessment | | 50% |
| |
Exam | 1.5 Hours | 50% |
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module students will be able to:
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describe the biosynthesis of organic macromolecules and their importance in living organisms;
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understand the biochemical aspects of growth, excretion and energy generation in animals;
Aims of the module
This module aims to provide the student with a basic understanding of the structure, function, and biosynthesis of the major organic constituents of living organisms, and the processes of growth, excretion and energy generation in animals.
Syllabus / Curriculum design
This module will be presented as a lecture course with four practical sessions to complement and highlight parts of the lecture material. A visit to the Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research will give students an awareness of the practical applications of biochemical and microbial techniques.
Content: Description of molecules; Biosynthesis; Enzymes; Excretion; Energy; Growth.
Reading Lists
Books
Smith A & Wood EJ. (1992)
Biosynthesis - Molecular and Cell Biochemistry Series.
Plummer D. (1989)
Biochemistry: The Chemistry of Life.
Sutton, Swindells and Rocket. (2000)
Chemistry for life sciences.
Gibson, Harris and Roach. (2001)
Metabolic regulation in mammals.
Wood. (1996)
Life chemistry and molecular biology.
Carr M and Cordell B.
Biochemistry - Biology Advanced Studies.