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ANP204Agricultural Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Introductory Agricultural Biochemistry

This course, Introductory Agricultural Biochemistry, explores the chemistry of nutrients in foods and feedstuffs, and their metabolism in living organisms. It covers carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids, nucleic acids, lipids, minerals, and vitamins. The course also examines the roles of enzymes and hormones in maintaining metabolism. Students will learn about the chemical nature of nutrients and their importance in biological processes, as well as the effects of nutrient deficiencies on animal health.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
CarbohydratesProteinsLipidsMineralsVitamins

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Carbohydrate Chemistry

2

Protein Structure

3

Amino Acid Properties

4

Lipid Classification

5

Mineral Nutrition

6

Enzyme Function

7

Hormonal Action

Total Topics7 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (2 methods)

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

End of Course Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Animal Nutritionist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Agricultural Scientist

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Biochemist

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Feed Formulator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Livestock Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureAnimal Feed ProductionPharmaceuticalsFood ScienceResearch

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

2h

Unit 1: The Chemistry of Carbohydrates

2 study hours
  • •Understand the definition, importance, and classification of carbohydrates.
  • •Study the structures of monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides.
Week
2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 2: Structure, Properties and Classification of Proteins

2 study hours
  • •Examine the structure of proteins, including primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structures.
  • •Learn about the classification of proteins based on their properties.
Week
3

Module 1:

2h

Unit 3: Amino acids

2 study hours
  • •Study the chemistry of amino acids, including their classifications and properties.
  • •Understand the concept of indispensable amino acids.
Week
4

Module 1:

2h

Unit 4: Nucleic acids and Nucleoproteins

2 study hours
  • •Explore the chemistry of nucleic acids and nucleoproteins.
  • •Learn about their structures, functions, and forms.
Week
5

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: The Chemistry of Lipids

2 study hours
  • •Define lipids and understand their importance.
  • •Study the classification and structures of common lipids and fatty acids.
Week
6

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: Minerals in animal nutrition

2 study hours
  • •Discuss essential minerals and their roles in animal nutrition.
  • •Study the factors determining mineral utilization and sources of mineral supplements.
Week
7

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: The Vitamins And Their Functions

2 study hours
  • •Study the structural chemistry, functions, synthesis, dietary sources, and deficiency symptoms of vitamins.
  • •Understand the roles of coenzymes.
Week
8

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: The Nature, Classification And Function Of Enzymes and Hormones

2 study hours
  • •Define enzymes and hormones, and understand their nature and functions.
  • •Study the limiting factors, nomenclature, and classification of enzymes and hormones.
Week
9

Module 1:

2h

Unit 1: The Chemistry of Carbohydrates

1 study hours
  • •Review the chemistry of carbohydrates, including their classification, structures, and functions.
  • •Revise the importance of carbohydrates in animal nutrition.

Unit 2: Structure, Properties and Classification of Proteins

1 study hours
  • •Review the structures, properties, and classification of proteins.
  • •Revise the roles of amino acids as building blocks of proteins.
Week
10

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: The Chemistry of Lipids

2 study hours
  • •Review the chemistry of lipids, including their classification and structures.
  • •Revise the importance of fatty acids and their nomenclature.
Week
11

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: Minerals in animal nutrition

2 study hours
  • •Review the roles of minerals in animal nutrition.
  • •Revise the specific functions and deficiency symptoms of minerals.
Week
12

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: The Vitamins And Their Functions

2 study hours
  • •Review the chemistry of vitamins, coenzymes, and their functions.
  • •Revise the dietary sources and deficiency symptoms of vitamins.
Week
13

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: The Nature, Classification And Function Of Enzymes and Hormones

2 study hours
  • •Review the nature, classification, and function of enzymes and hormones.
  • •Revise the principles of hormonal action and control mechanisms.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

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1

Create detailed diagrams illustrating carbohydrate structures from Unit 1

2

Develop flashcards for each amino acid, listing its properties and functions from Unit 3

3

Practice classifying different types of lipids based on their chemical structures from Module 2 Unit 1

4

Review the specific deficiency symptoms associated with each vitamin from Module 2 Unit 3

5

Create concept maps linking enzyme function to metabolic pathways from Module 2 Unit 4

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