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FUTY GETS NEW VICE CHANCELLOR

Professor B.H. Usman has been appointed as the new Vice Chancellor of the Federal University0 of Technology, Yola (FUTY). Until his appointment, Professor B.H. Usman was the past Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration) and Acting Vice Chancellor, FUTY.

He has a B.Sc. in Agriculture (Soil Science) with a second class honours, upper division degree, from the University of Maiduguri. M.Sc. in Soil Chemistry, University of Reading, England, U.K. and Ph.D in Soil Fertility and Fertilizer Management from the University of London, Wye College, England, U.K.

He now becomes the 6th Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Yola.     More>>

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FUTY PROFESSORS INCREASE TO TWENTY NINE

Following the appointment of three professors by the University Council at its 42nd regularmeeting held at its march 2009, the nominal list of professors of the Federal University of Technology, Yola has incresed to twenty nine in number.     More>>

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TWENTY FOUR FUTY STAFF BAG ETF SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

The Educational Trust Fund (ETF) Board of trustees has approved scholarship award worth fifty million naira to twenty four staff of the Federal University of Technology, Yola to pursue Masters, Doctorate and Post Doctorate programmes within and outside Nigeria.     More>>

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SHELL ICT CENTRE TO BE ESTABLISHED IN FUTY

Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCO) is to establish an all inclusive ICT Centre for the Federal University of Technology, Yola.     More>>

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CENTRE FOR FOMBINA STUDIES TO BE ESTABLISHED IN FUTY

As part of its contribution to the studies of the legacies of Adamawa Emirate Council, The Federal University of Technology, Yola is to establish a Centre for the study of the Fombina Kingdom in order to explore and harness the potentials and contributions of the Adamawa Emirate Council from the 17th century to date.     More>>

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GOVERNOR NYAKOs SKILL ACQUISATIONS PROGRAMME: FUTY TO TRAINING

The Federal University of Technology, Yola is to train atleast one apprentice from each of the twenty one Local Governments of Adamawa State, leading to the award of a Certificate in GSM Handset Repairs and Maintenance, by the ERICSSON GSM Training Centre of the University.     More>>

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STEP 'B' PROJECT GRANTS AWARDED TO FUTY

The Federal University of Technology, Yola is to benefit from the Fedral Government/World Bank's Science and Technology Post Basic (STEP 'B') project research grant. Two of the five research proposals submitted by FUTY have already been approved for funding.     More>>

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ETF INTERVENTION FUND: FUTY ACCESSES OUTSTANDING FUNDS

In less than three months on assumption of office, the Vice Chancellor Prof. B.H. Usman demonstrated his desire to leave a legacy for the Federal University of Technology, Yola by accessing the 2006, 2007 and 2008 ETF normal intervention fund meant for the University     More>>

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OTHER MAJOR HEADLINES

FUTY GETS NEW INFORMATION OFFICER

FUTYNEWS GET NEW EDITORIAL BOARD

ADAMAWA EMIRATE COUNCIL PLEDGES TO SUPPORT FUTY

FUTY VICE CHANCELLOR PAYS COURTESY CALL TO GOVERNOR NYAKO AND SENATOR JUBRIL AMINU

DIRECTOR OF ACADEMIC PLANNING AND QUALITY ASSURANCE UNIT APPOINTED

STAMP DUTIES ACT: NIPOST SOLICITS FOR VCs SUPPORT

RELIGIOUS AND CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS PRAYS FOR THE VICE CHANCELLOR

UNIMAID ALUMNI ASSOCIATION CONGRATULATES VICE CHANCELLOR

UTILITY VEHICHLES FOR DEANS AND COORDINATORS

THREE PG AND FOURTEEN UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS EXPELLED FOR EXAM MALPRACTICE

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M. TECH. PROGRAMME IN BIOCHEMISTRY
 

Courses | Philosophy | Requirements | Scope | Specialization | Prospects | Contact

PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES

The M. Tech. programme in biochemistry will further broaden knowledge, skills and innovativeness in this modern day scientific domain. The programme will also enable trainees develop attitudes and confidence in tackling problems and contributing to knowledge or in improving the quality of life.

Objectives
The M. Tech. programme in biochemistry is designed to provide further training to graduates of biochemistry and related disciplines in order to achieve the following objectives:

i. To provide further in-depth understanding of biochemical phenomena.

ii. To enable the trainees develop research skills and to later become capable of independent research.

iii. To enable trainees develop confidence in making use of knowledge and initiative to handle novel situations from the biochemical perspective.

iv. To train biotechnologically oriented biochemists for , self employment or employment in universities, research institutes, industries and other establishments.

SCOPE OF PROGRAMME

The M. Tech. programme in biochemistry will consist of
course work and research (Project). The candidates will be expected to cover the various areas of biochemistry especially in lectures/practicals and during the course of
their project. Visits to some industries and research institutes will be conducted where necessary.

Duration and Mode of Study

The duration of study for the M. Tech. programme shall
be as follows:

i) 12 months full time

ii) 24 months part time

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ENTRY / GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Entry Requirements
All candidates for M. Tech. programme must, in addition to satisfying the Postgraduate School requirements for admission, also fulfill the following requirements.

(i) Have obtained at least a B.Sc. or B. Tech. degree in biochemistry from a recognised university with a

minimum of second class lower division or an equivalent CGPA.

(ii) Have obtained a first degree B.Sc., B. Tech., DVM, MBBS in other disciplines such as Agriculture, Biology, Botany, Human Medicine, Microbiology, Veterinary Medicine or Zoology. Such candidates may be required to take remedial courses if necessary and pass them.

Graduation Requirements
To qualify for award of an M. Tech. degree candidates are required to meet the following conditions:

a. Take and pass required courses with at least a C grade.

b. Undertake a laboratory based original investigative research in the candidates chosen specialty under close supervision by an academic staff or supervisory
committee.

c. Present a written thesis to a panel of examiners as approved by the Board of the Postgraduate School.

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AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION

M Tech Biochemistry

JOB AND CAREER PROSPECTS OF GRADUANDS
The nature of training/exposure to be given will prepare candidates for self employment or employment in universities, research institutes, several industries (food, dairy, drugs, breweries, waste treatment, environmental monitoring etc.), hospitals and other vital areas of the national economy. There is a global emphasis on molecular biology and biotechnology as tools useful in solving human problems.

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course outline              course description

COURSE OUTLINE

FIRST SEMESTER: CORE COURSES

ELECTIVES

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Minimum electives to be taken is two (2) Units.

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SECOND SEMESTER: CORE COURSES

ELECTIVES

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Minimum electives to be taken is two (2) Units.

Students may be required to take and pass make up courses as prescribed by the Department and pass with a minimum of 40E grade which shall not be used for computation towards the Minimum Requirement for the award of the M.Tech in Biochemistry.

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

BL 701: Research Methodology & Experimental Design in Biological Sci (3 units)

Elements of the Philosophy of Science, Problem identification, hypothesis, literature consultation, information retrieval and review. Probabilistic approach and inferential statistics, probability distribution and central limit theorem. Basic measurements, standard error and confidence limit. Principles of significance tests, single and double classification of ANOVA, factional experiments correlation and regression analysis, introduction to non-parametric statistics: X2 tests, other non-parametric tests. Introduction to epidemiological information (EPINFO or SPSS), verbal and written reports.

BC 701: Instrumentation Methods in Biochemistry (4 units)

Experimental biochemistry which will involve well designed experiments, projects requiring the use of the following techniques in the solution of problems in biochemistry: chromatographic techniques, electrophoretic techniques, isoelectric focussing, liquid scintillation spectrometry, centrifugation, spectrofluorimetry,
Infra-red, Nuclear-mangnetic resonance, microbiological and metabolic methods and protein analysis.

BC 702: Advanced Intermediary Metabolism and Metabolic Control (4 units)

Critical review of the major pathways of metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids, determination of structure and purity of biomolecules, structure and functions of glycoproteins, glycolipids, proteoglycans, sialic acids. Advanced thermodynamics, bioenergatics, energy charge, enzyme kinetics, Advanced treatment of hormonal and non-hormonal mechanisms of regulation and control of metabolism, membrane structures, synthesis and function, membrane-associated processes theories of oxidative phosphorylation, physical biochemistry, advanced concepts in prokariotic proteins.

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BC 703: Molecular Genetics (2 units)
Central dogma; DNA Replication; Mutation; Types, Mechanism, Mutant Isolation and Characterisation; Genes; Isolation, Purification, Characterisation and Genone Mapping; Gene Organisation and Regulation of Gene Expression. Recombinant DNA Technology; DNA Repair; RNA Synthesis; Protein Synthesis.

BC 704 Biochemical Toxicology (2 units)

General study of foreign chemicals (xenobiotics) in the human and animal environment - drugs, food additives and contaminants. Environmental pollutants, their sources and nature and their implications in human and animal health. Absorption and distribution of xenobiotics, toxicokinetics metabolism of xenobiotics, comparative toxicology, factors affecting metabolism of xenobiotics, receptors, effects of xenobiotics on oxidative phosphorylation and nucleic acid and protein metabolism. Chemical carcinogenesis, toxicity of trace elements. Natural toxins including toxic plants of Nigeria. Biochemical markers and indices of chemical injury to mammals, occupational health and safety in chemical industries and science laboratories, disposal of chemical waste and implications in public health and environment.

BC 705: Introductory Biotechnology (2 units)

Definitions and principles. Methods of genetic modifications. DNA recombination and cloning. DNA mapping techniques. Signal transduction and transport mechanisms. Carcinogenesis.

BC 706: Applied Biochemistry (2 units)
The role of biochemistry and its applications in various areas of human endeavour would be highlighted. Various topics are to be considered including; Enzyme engineering and technology, genetic engineering, biochemical engineering, biochemistry in industrial quality control, biochemistry and technology of food preservation and storage, biochemical aspects of gamma irradiation of foods, food engineering/processing, biochemistry in agriculture (e.g. nitrogen fixation, photosynthesis, composting, plant breeding, pesticides and their actions, plant hormones etc, biochemical analysis in clinical medicine etc.)

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BC 707: Advanced Nutritional Biochemistry (2 units)

Comprehensive examination of the biochemical and medical aspects of human and animal nutrition with emphasis on current concepts and issues in nutrition would be treated.

BC 708: Advanced lipid Biochemistry (2 units)
Biosynthesis and transformation of selected lipids and lipids derivatives. Current concepts of lipid utilization by mammals, lipids of medicinal plants.

BC 709: Biophysics of the cell and its components (2 units)

Cell cytoskeleton. Metabolic functions of cell organelles. Molecular organisation of cell components. Protein complexes. Cell signals and communication.

BC 711: Applied Physiology: (2 units)

Elementary concepts in animal and human physiology.

BC 795: Seminars (2 units)

Two seminars to be delivered following extensive literature review on two topics approved by the Postgraduate Committee of the department.

BC 798: Research Project (6 units)
Original investigation into an approved biochemical problem under the supervision of an approved supervisor be undertaken.

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