Course Description
In this course, you will be introduced to biochemistry, which is the study of the chemical processes which take place in living cells.
People are sometimes deterred from studying this subject by the thought of the chemistry and physics on which it is based. This course aims to show that it is quite possible to achieve an understanding of some of the fundamental concepts in biochemistry without building on a basis of pure science. The approach will be practice related, with an emphasis on selected areas of the subject which can help to improve understanding of the provision of care to patients and clients. No prior knowledge of the subject is assumed.
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!
Assessment Method
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.
What's Included
Course Outline
The Cell as a Small Business
Fit for its purpose
Design and manufacture
Cellular Machine Tools
Blueprints from the nucleus
The ribosomes � workstations for protein manufacture
Assembling the raw materials
Problems in protein manufacture
The Cellular Machinery
The nature of proteins
Enzymes
Faulty machinery
Importing Raw Materials
Food as raw materials
Taking apart and rebuilding
The route to the factory
The factory gates
The Power Supply
The need for energy
The fuel supply
Mitochondria � cellular �power stations�
Packaging and Transport
A second look at protein manufacture
Packaging and sorting proteins
Exporting proteins
Quality Control
Keeping control of a small business
Methods of controlling cellular activity
Hormones as external controllers
Integrating all the cell's activities
More Information
| Language | English |
| Content Length | 56.00 hours |
| Duration of Access | Unlike other Distance Education Colleges, we impose no time limits or pressures on you to complete your course material. Your course will not expire, and it will not become invalid until you have successfully completed it. |
| Instructor | Self Study |
| Vendor | Stonebridge (Read more about Stonebridge accreditation.) |
| Course Certification | Biochemistry Diploma All students will receive a certificate in the mail on successful completion of their course. |
| Prerequisites/Audience | There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. |
| Requirements/Materials Included | This program can be accessed and completed using either PC or Macintosh computers. You'll need an Internet connection of 28Kpbs or higher, and a Web browser. There are no required textbooks. |