Biology for the Chemical and Forensic Sciences - SIC2021

Assessment 1: In-Class Test

A mid-module MCQ paper to assess knowledge and progress

In-Class Test

Assessment 3: Exam

Exam

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Written assignment

This provides an introduction to selected topics in modern biology, suitable for students of Forensic Science and Chemistry, and it provides a basis for further study for those whose interests lie at the interface of the biological and chemical sciences.  The module starts with an introduction to the structure and function of biological macromolecules and includes a basic account of the covalent and non-covalent aspects of protein structure. Subsequently an introduction to enzyme structure and function is given followed by an outline of basic metabolism.
The module covers the elements of cellular and molecular biology including sufficient to understand such techniques as gene cloning, PCR and DNA fingerprinting.
The concluding part of the module provides coverage of the systems of the human body most relevant to students of forensic science and medicinal chemistry, namely; blood and the cardiovascular system, the gastrointestinal tract, the liver and the kidney.

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SIC2021 - Biology for the Chemical and Forensic Sciences

Biology for the Chemical and Forensic Sciences

be able to describe the functions of the gastrointestinal tract, the liver and the kidney.

understand the flow of information from genes to active proteins.

be able to describe the composition of the blood and be familiar with the structure of the cardiovascular system.


be familiar with the structures and functions of biological macromolecules.

be able to carry out practical exercises in the laboratory involving basic biochemical  techniques, including DNA analysis.