Cell Biology and Biochemistry

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the role of cell organelles.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Describe the structure and functions of cell organelles as seen using an electron microscope.

2.

Be able to appreciate the biochemical basis of life.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Describe the chemical structures of carbohydrate, protein, lipid and nucleic acid molecules using chemical drawings, including reference to monomers and polymers.

  • 2.2

    Explain the functions of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids in living organisms.

3.

Understand the mode of action of enzymes.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Compare and contrast two models of enzyme action.

  • 3.2

    Explain the effects of factors on the rate of reaction of an enzyme controlled reaction.

    For example one or more of: temperature, pH, substrate concentration, enzyme concentration or action of inhibitors.

4.

Be able to appreciate how substances move in and out of cells.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Compare and contrast the processes of diffusion, facilitated diffusion, osmosis and active transport.

  • 4.2

    Explain the importance of these processes in living organisms.