- Course Code
- BC 3503
- Credit Points
- 30
- Course Coordinator
- Professor K Docherty
Pre-requisites
BI 20M3 and BI 25M6. CM 2008, CM 2512, BI 2002 and CM 2511 strongly recommended.
Overview
This course explores the molecular mechanisms involved in controlling cell function, emphasising the role of protein:protein interactions. A study of the structural proteins required to maintain cell structure and cell division is followed by an in-depth discussion of the enzymes involved in regulating metabolism and maintaining homeostasis within the cell. Ligand-receptor interactions and intracellular signalling pathways illustrate how the cell reacts to external signals, while a review of the extracellular matrix and cell adhesion leads to a discussion of the molecular basis of oncogenesis and cell differentiation.
Structure
3 one-hour lectures per week. 1 two-hour tutorial every 4 weeks and an average of 3 hours practical work per week.
Assessment
1st Attempt: 1 three-hour written examination (80%) and in-course assessment (20%) consisting of an essay and practical reports.
Students must pass both the course work and examination parts of the course.
Resit: 1 three-hour written examination (80%) and in-course assessment (20%) consisting of an essay and practical reports.