Course Specifications Kingdom of Saudi Arabia The National Commission for Academic Accreditation & Assessment Course Specifications (CS)
Course Specifications Institution: University of Dammam College/Department College of Science for Girls, chemistry department A. Course Identification and General Information 1. Course title and code: Biochemistry (1) - CHEM - 301N 2. Credit hours: 2 h lecture and 1 h. practical (3 hours) 3. Program(s) in which the course is offered. (If general elective available in many programs indicate this rather than list programs) Bachelor of Science degree in Biology 4. Name of faculty member responsible for the course: A specific team from the chemistry Department 5. Level/year at which this course is offered: fifth level, biology 6. Pre-requisites for this course (if any):none 7. Co-requisites for this course (if any): None 8. Location if not on main campus: Chemistry department, College of Science for Girls - University of Dammam 9. Mode of Instruction (mark all that apply) a. traditional classroom What percentage? 70% b. blended (traditional and online) Χ What percentage? 0 c. e-learning Χ What percentage? 0 d. correspondence Χ What percentage? 0 f. other 30% What percentage?
B. Objectives The students are able to: Enumerate the biochemical function of water, buffer and cell learns the chemistry of carbohydrate, lipid and proteins and its importance in the molecular level, structure, classification, function for living organisms, as it provide the body with energy. Identify the metabolic fate of carbohydrate (glycolysis) and lipids (β- oxidation) To imagine the structure of DNA and RNA. Recognize the enzymes and coenzymes and their role in the biological processes in the body. know the hormones, structure, function and its role in regulating the metabolism. Recognize the vitamins how important it is to the human health the student remembers some scientific terms in the field of biochemistry 2. Briefly describe any plans for developing and improving the course that are being implemented. (e.g. increased use of IT or web based reference material, changes in content as a result of new research in the field)
The use of data show to display information by PowerPoint. Update the content of the course is a league based on recent developments in the field and on the learning outcomes. Linking the lecture content with the presentation of new research materials published recently. linking the biochemical information to the field of work as laboratory, biological and health information. Homework assigned to the students and discussed together. Compare the course contents with other regional or global universities. Lecturing and simplifying the information by using different information technology and Internet. Discussion, comments and feedback between professor and students.
C. Course Description (Note: General description in the form used in Bulletin or handbook) Course Description:
This course covers the biochemistry (1) 1. Topics to be Covered List of Topics No. of Weeks Registration 1 Introduction to Biochemistry: Definition of Biochemistry The importance of water acids and bases ph, solutions organization in the blood and an example of its mechanism of work functional groups and their importance the cell components and functions of the relevant biochemistry. Carbohydrate Chemistry: Definition. Biological importance of Carbohydrate. General Classification of Carbohydrate. Monosaccharides: Definition - Classification - structural composition with examples - optical similarities - Cyclic structure of monosaccharides (Fisher and Haworth Carbohydrate Chemistry: Optical similarities in the case of cyclic structure (Anomers, alpha and beta) The phenomenon of optical conversion Properties of monosaccharides Derivatives of monosaccharides Examples of monosaccharides "existence and importance." Carbohydrate Chemistry: oligosaccharide: Definition - glyosidic bond - Examples: (sucrose, lactose, maltose) and include structure, existence and its significance - chemical properties. Polysaccharides: Definition- classification- Examples include (structural, important and properties of each of: a) homopolysaccharides as, cellulose, glycogen and starch b) Heteropolysaccharides as hemicellulose, hyaluronic acid and heparin. Contact hours
Metabolism of carbohydrate: Metabolism definition Digestion and absorption of carbohydrates Carbohydrate metabolism pathways Glycolysis Step of reactions energy production Summary control of glycolysis and biomedical function of glycolysis. Chemistry of Lipids: Definition, Biological Importance, existence and General Classification of Lipids. Fatty acids: Definition, Classification and Nomenclature of Fatty acids. Chemistry of Lipids: Simple lipids. Triglycerides and its types. Waxes and its important types. Physical and chemical properties of Oils and Fats (Hydrolysis, hydrogenation, oxidation and rancidity) Fat constant (Saponification number, acid number and iodine value) Compound Lipids: definition, Types, existence, significance and structure of compound lipids. - Phospholipids, e.g Phosphatidic acid, Lecithin and Cephali n - Lipoprotein: Chylomicrone, VLDL, LDL and HDL. - Glycolipids: cerebrosides, Gangliosides and ceramides Metabolism of lipids: Digestion and absorption of fat Oxidation of fatty acid Beta oxidation Energy resulting from the beta oxidation
Chemistry of proteins: amino acids: definition and composition - Classification of amino acids according to the (acidic and Alkali properties - nutritional function- metabolism). Chemical properties of amino acids (reactions due to amino groups, carboxyl group and side-chain). Nitrogen balance. peptides: formation of peptides- examples of some of the vital peptides, structure and importance (glutathione, Chemistry of proteins: Proteins: definition and Biological importance of proteins Classification of proteins according to: - structure (definition with example): simple, compound, and derived proteins. - shape: fibrous and globular proteins (with comparison) Structure of Protein: - Primary Structure. - Secondary Structure. - Tertiary Structure. - Quaternary Structure. Bonds Responsible for Protein Structure. Denaturation of Protein. Nucleic acids: structure (sugars - nitrogenous bases - phosphate) Nucleotides and nucleosides (nomenclature and structure) Types of nucleic acids and their differences and the types of RNA Enzymes: Definition nomenclature structure of enzymes Enzymes classification Factor affect enzyme activities (PH- temperature, amount of enzyme and substrate). Enzyme specificity and coenzymes. Hormones: Definition Classification and Mode of action of hormones. Examples of hormones: include structure and function - Pituitary gland hormones (Vasopressin and oxytocin) - Thyroid gland hormones (Thyroxin) - Pancreas gland hormones (Glucagon and Insulin). - Reproductive hormones (Estrogen, Progesterone and testosterone).
Brief on vitamins:
Definition, classification. and properties for the water-soluble vitamins (vitamin B complex and vitamin C) and fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) include biochemical function and deficiency symptoms. 2. Course components (total contact hours and credits per semester): Contact Hours Lecture 2h per week x 14 Tutoria l 0 0 Laboratory or Studio Practical Other: Total 2h per week x 14 Week 0 56 h. Credit 2 0 0 1 0 3
3. Additional private study/learning hours expected for students per week. 2 hours per week 4. Course Learning Outcomes in NQF Domains of Learning and Alignment with Assessment Methods and Teaching Strategy
On the table below are the five NQF Learning Domains, numbered in the left column. First, insert the suitable and measurable course learning outcomes required in the appropriate learning domains (see suggestions below the table). Second, insert supporting teaching strategies that fit and align with the assessment methods and intended learning outcomes. Third, insert appropriate assessment methods that accurately measure and evaluate the learning outcome. Each course learning outcomes, assessment method, and teaching strategy ought to reasonably fit and flow together as an integrated learning and teaching process. (Courses are not required to include learning outcomes from each domain.) Cod NQF Learning Domains e And Course Learning Outcomes 1.0 Knowledge Course Teaching Strategies Course Assessment Methods 1.1 - To study the water and remember the importance of water and living organisms and the physical chemical properties of water - To recognize ph of solutions and strong and weak acids and bases. - To know the carbohydrate and the vital importance of carbohydrate metabolism and known and most carbohydrates in the Lectures and student research papers Homework, exams and research papers. Group discussions a n d participation in the lecture.
1.2 - To recognize types of fat and lipid metabolis m - To realize amino acids and different ways of classification, physical and chemical properties. 1.3 - To distinguish between peptides and proteins and to study the properties of both of them.. 1.4 - To distinguish between nucleic acids and nucleotide 1.5 - To know the enzymes and general properties of enzymes known, - To know the vitamins, enzymes and hormones - To distinguish between the various 2.0 Cognitive Skills 2.1 Understand the importance of carbohydrates, proteins and lipid function and its role in metabolism 2.2 Understand the buffer solution and ph. Understand the structure and its relation to function of carbohydrate, lipid, proteins 2.3 To recognize the difference between simple and compound lipids. Also compare between fat and water soluble vitamins. The using of visual display such as PowerPoint Lectures and student research papers Lectures and student research papers Lectures and student research papers P a rticipation o f s t u d e n t s i n discussions during Post questions to the students after the show to s e e h o w they Trying to explain the issues in regular and motivated way Homework, exams and research papers Questions at the end of each l e c tur e a n d homework Questions at the end of each lecture Homework, exams and research papers - Questions at the end of the lecture - A c hieve ment tests include (oral questions, quarterly tests, the final test)
3.0 Interpersonal Skills & Responsibility 3.1 - The ability to form groups and the distribution of tasks, Ability to work independently to complete the assignment given. - The ability to group discussions. 3.2 Skill presentation in front of others 3.3 Ability to clearly express an opinion and accept the opinions of others 4.0 Communication, Information Technology, Numerical - Hold brainstorming during lectures. - Deep discussion with the students by asking some diverse and exciting oral questions during the lecture - Give students the opportunity to discuss any items with the faculty member. - Assigning students to conduct research To raise the spirit of cooperation among students Sharing duties (interactive workshop / joint presentation Request a share presentation in front of the students through discussions Involve and discuss the students during the evaluation of their 4.1 The ability to use e-mail to communicate with the instructor and other students 4.2 The ability of the students to access useful sites on the Internet, in order to search for specific data and information 5.0 Psychomotor 5.1 To know how to use the tools of the 5.2 That the student mastered the work of 5.3 That the student mastered the report Request the students to send their homeworks and Asking the students to exploit some useful sites in the internet associated with the topics of decision for further - Cooperative Education - Team work Written tests Evaluation of worksheets - Observation. - Use the note card.
5. Map course LOs with the program LOs. (Place course LO #s in the left column and program LO #s across the top.) Program Learning Course LOs # Outcomes (Use Program LO Code #s provided in the Program 1.1 1.2 2.1 3.2 4.1 1 1.1 Not 2.1 applicable 6. Schedule of Assessment Tasks for Students During the Semester Assessment task (e.g. essay, test, group project, examination, Week Due First written exam 10 th week 20% 2 Participation and Short report or research related to the course content 3 4 5 Throughou t the 10% First practical exam (lab) 12 th week 10% Final practical exam (lab) Final written exam 13 th -14 th week End of semester 20% 40% Proportion of Total D. Student Academic Counseling and Support 1. Arrangements for availability of faculty and teaching staff for individual student consultations and academic advice. (include amount of time teaching staff are expected to be available each week)
- Planned office hours between professor and students (2 hours per week). As well: - Communicate via e-mail. - Communicate via e-learning resources (B.B). - Administrative follow-up for any emergency order by department. E Learning Resources 1. List Required Textbooks - Principles of Biochemistry (Part 1): Prof. Dr. Mohammed Abdullah al-habashi - Al Dar
Al Arabia Publishing and Distribution 2002. (Arabic Version) - Foundations of Biochemistry (Part 1): Dr..Abd El-Moneim Mohammed Al-AAser 1996. (Arabic Version)
2. List Essential References Materials (Journals, Reports, etc.) - Principles of Biochemistry (Second Edition) A. L. Lehninger; D. L. Nelson and M. M. Cox (1993). (English Version) 3. List Recommended Textbooks and Reference Material (Journals, Reports, etc). - Lippincitt illustrated review of biochemistry (4th edition) 4. List Electronic Materials, Web Sites, Facebook, Twitter, etc. Scientific journals for biochemistry in Databases that share by the university - www. Sciencedirect.com - www. Springerlink.com - WWW.Chemistryonline.com - www.google.com - WWW.Pubmed.com - Royal society of chemistry 5. Other learning material such as computer-based programs/cd, professional standards or regulations and software. - Power point through computer blackboard. - Presentations video. - Chemdraw office. F. Facilities Required Indicate requirements for the course including size of classrooms and laboratories (i.e. number of seats in classrooms and laboratories, extent of computer access etc.) 1. Accommodation (Classrooms, laboratories, demonstration rooms/labs, etc.) - Lecture rooms with capacity of 50 student, conditioned and equipped with a display panel and an electronic computer with internet connection. - Interactive lecture Hall. - Interactive whiteboard - Pens blackboard. 2. Computing resources (AV, data show, Smart Board, software, etc.) PC and counter displays Data Show (Network), Smart board. 3. Other resources (specify, e.g. if specific laboratory equipment is required, list requirements or attach list) - Special library for faculty members. - The provision of laboratory equipment and instruments.
G Course Evaluation and Improvement Processes 1 Strategies for Obtaining Student Feedback on Effectiveness of Teaching Continuous preparation of exercise and examples of questions to measure the level of success of the students in the course, and to estimate the efficiency of the used teaching system. 2 Other Strategies for Evaluation of Teaching by the Instructor or by the Department - Continuous internal and external revision for evaluation and development. - Estimating the achievement of the students and professors through the questionnaires. - Evaluation for the continuous quizzes and final exam by the students by using surveys 3 Processes for Improvement of Teaching - Improve the skills of the professors by training programs for using special ways of thinking, brainstorming and collaborative learning. - Follow-up the novel information related to the course. - Apply the recommendations of the study plans instruction. - use the instructions rolled by the management department for the development of teaching performance. 4. Processes for Verifying Standards of Student Achievement (e.g. check marking by an independent member teaching staff of a sample of student work, periodic exchange and remarking of tests or a sample of assignments with staff at another institution) - Correct the exams or assignments with teaching staff of the same department or another institution - Revision of the correction of the exams or quiz by independent professors to check the standards of student's achievement. 5 Describe the planning arrangements for periodically reviewing course effectiveness and planning for improvement. - Reviewing the course report, specification and its development periodically by the study plans commission and external professors. - Schedule Workshops for staff members. - Modernize the source of learning for the course. - Statistical analysis of the results of the students survey and exploit them in the development, measuring and evaluation