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BTY501 — Biomolecules And Metabolism

Course Overview

BTY501 3 Credits L:3 T:0 P:0 Core
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Biomolecules and Metabolism covers the principles of biophysical chemistry, the structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids and proteins, enzymes, and the central metabolic pathways of carbohydrate, lipid, amino acid and nucleotide metabolism.

Unit 1

Principles of biophysical chemistry and Carbohydrates

Unit 2

Lipids and Amino acids

Unit 3

Proteins and Enzymes

Unit 4

Metabolism I

Unit 5

Metabolism II

Unit 6

Metabolism III

Continuous Assessment

4 components

Best 3 of 4 CAs will be considered for evaluation.
Assignment - Case based 33.33%

Case Based Assignment- Background of the case (10), Biochemical problem statement (5), Data analysis (figures/charts encouraged) (5), Interpretation using course concepts (5), Conclusion and solution (treatment, diagnostic suggestion) (5). The academic task will be allocated from unit 4

Week 3 / 6

Rubric
Case Based Assignment-Connect biochemical concepts with real-world problems, diseases, diagnostics, or innovations through analytical thinking and self learning.

Test 2 33.33%

MCQ based test, 30 questions total, each of one mark from unit 2 and 3

Week 4 / 5

Rubric
To asses the critical understanding of the subject.

Test 1 33.33%

MCQ Based test of 30 marks, from unit 5 and 6

Week 9 / 10

Rubric
To asses the analytical understanding of the metabolism.

Test 3 33.33%

Subjective test based upon syllabus of all the three CAs including unit 1-6

Week 11 / 12

Rubric
To assess the comprehensive understanding of the subject.

Exams & Practice

Mid Term Examination

Mid-semester comprehensive evaluation

20%

End Term Examination

Final semester comprehensive evaluation

50%

Type: Examination

BTY501 - FAQs

How many units are in BTY501?

BTY501 has 6 units. Each unit includes detailed notes and MCQ practice questions.

What exam resources are available for BTY501?

Unit-wise notes and MCQ practice are available. Exam resources coming soon.

How to prepare for BTY501 exams?

Study each unit's notes thoroughly, practice MCQs to test understanding, and attempt mock tests before exams. Focus on important topics and previous year questions.