1996 Swinburne Higher Education Handbook

2052 BiochemistryIChemistry
1996 VTAC course code-34608
This program combines studies in chemistry, biochemistry and
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microbiology.
Biochemistry is the study of the chemistry of living matter
based on principles of organic, physical and analytical
chemistry. As well as understanding biology and working
with biochemicals and biochemical instrumentation, the
modern biochemist has to make extensive use of comwters.
Computers are used to control instrumentation in
investigations ranging from alcohol levels in blood to
vitamin concentrations in food. Computers are also used to
control industrial processes such as fermentations and food
processing.
The course in biochemistry/chemistry involves a study of
the structure and function of the chemical systems of living
organisms and application of this knowledge to many
industrial fields such as clinical, pharmaceutical and food
chemistry. The course provides a sound background in
theory and application of analytical and preparative
biochemical techniques. Computing subjects are ancillary
but provide awareness and proficiency in modern computer
technology and its applications to biochemistry. All aspects
of the course are reinforced by paid industrial experience.
Career potential
Graduate biochemists are employed in a wide variety of
industries - the manufacture of vaccines and
pharmaceuticals, preparation of food products, beverages
and stock-feed and the preparation of biochemicals for
agriculture. Graduates are also employed in hospital
laboratories and private pathology laboratories, as well as in
medical and veterinary research institutions. Emerging
employment opportunities exist in biotechnologies such as
waste treatment and the manufacture of specialised
biochemicals.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership of the Royal Australian
Chemical Institute, the Australian Society for Biochemistry and
Molecular Biology, the Australian Biotechnology Association
and the Australian Society for Microbiology.
Prerequisites (entrance 1996)
Units 3 and 4: Chemistry and Mathematical Methods.
TAFE articulation
Students who have completed the Swinbume TAFE Associate
Diploma of Applied Science (Laboratory Technology), with
appropriate bridging subjects TL501, TL502, R503 may be
admitted into second year of the course.
Course structure
Full-time course
Year 1
(1994 syllabus)
Semester 1
Credit points
SC108 Biology 1 10.0
SC154 Chemistry 1 10.0
SKI90 Computer Science 10.0
SM1208 Mathematical Methods 10.0
SP108 Physics 10.0
Semester 2
Credit Points
SC254 Chemistry 2 20.0
SM1208 Mathematical Methods 10.0
SP235 Instrumental Science 10.0
Option
BS619 Business Studies OR 10.0
SC208 Biology OR 10.0
Other approved option*
* Details provided at time of enrolment.
Year 2
Semester 1
SC318 Microbiology 3 7.5
SC370 Chemistry 3 15.0
SC372 Biochemistry 3 12.5
SC380 Practical Chemistry 3 7.5
SC390 Computers in Chemistry 3 7.5
Semester 2
SC418 Microbiology 4 7.5
SC470 Chemistry 4 15.0
SC472 Biochemistry 4 12.5
SC480 Practical Chemistry 4 7.5
SC490 Computers in Chemistry 4 7.5
Year 3
(1990 syllabus)
Semester 1
SC508 Industry Based Learning 50.0
(1990 syllabus)
Semester 2
SC608 Industry Based Learning 50.0
Year 4
(1990 syllabus)
Semester 1 (Biochemistryl
SC504 Human Biochemistry 4.0
SC562 Analytical Biochemistry 6.0
SC565 Practical Biochemistry 10.0
Semester 1 (Chemistryl
SC570 Chemistry 15.0
SC580 Practical Chemistry 7.5
SC590 Computers in Chemistry 5.5
SC708 Scientific Communications 2.0
Semester 2 (Biochemistryl
BS619 Business and Management 10.0
SC604 Biotechnology 6.0
SC662 Analytical Biochemistry 4.0
SC665 Practical Biochemistry 7.5
SC670 Chemistry 10.0
Semester 2 (Chemistryl
SC680 Practical Chemistry 5.0
SC690 Computers in Chemistry 5.5
SC808 Scientific Communications 2.0
ICI is a major supporter of this course. It provides funds for
the purchase of molecular graphics equipment as well as
continuing support for the industry based learning program.
Application procedure
Refer to page 51,122.