Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Chemical Biology- The Chemistry of Life | ||
Code | CHEM486 | ||
Coordinator |
Prof R Cosstick Chemistry Rcosstic@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2014-15 | M Level | Second Semester | 7.5 |
Aims |
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The aim of this module is to provide students with detailed knowledge of the chemistry of nucleic acids and peptides and the central role these molecules play in chemical biology. The module will provide insight into the recent developments in the field such as DNA synthesis, gene sequencing, application of enzymes to organic synthesis and directed evolution. |
Learning Outcomes |
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By the end of the module, students should:
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Syllabus |
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Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lectures |
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Workshops |
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Material is presented via a series of lectures supported by two workshops. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
16 |
2 Workshop based |
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Timetable (if known) |
Workshop based
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Private Study | 57 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Unseen Written Exam | 2 hours | Semester 2 | 100 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | August resit for Y3 and PGT students if applicable. Y4 Integrated Master's students resit at the next normal opportunity. |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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