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Metabolomics and Proteomics (SCIE90002)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
Overview
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Proteomics and metabolomics analyse the final cellular state resulting from the interaction of the environment and cellular gene expression. Proteomic techniques describe the protein composition of a cell or tissue resulting from gene expression, post-transcriptional and post-translational modifications. Metabolomics is the study of the unique chemical profile that specific environmental and cellular processes create. These techniques are increasingly applied to areas as diverse as reproductive biology, environmental toxicology and plant and animal diseases. The aim of this subject is to develop knowledge and skills in the application of these technologies. This subject will be taught by scientists who will discuss their own research involving the application of state-of-the art technologies designed to understand the proteome and metabolome of different organisms, protein modification, the structure and function of proteins, and the complexities of protein-protein interactions and metabolic outcomes. There will be a strong emphasis on how these technologies are applied to a range of areas in biology, medicine and industry.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject, students should have:
- an understanding of the state-of-the-art techniques used in metabolomics and proteomics;
- an understanding of the metabolomic and proteomic-based research being conducted at the university;
- an appreciation of the application of metabolomics and proteomics to biology, medicine and industry; and
- skills to analyse and interpret data.
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should:
- develop skills in written and oral communication;
- develop a capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning;
- develop a respect for truth, intellectual integrity and scholarship;
- develop cognitive, analytical and problem-solving skills;
- develop the ability to construct and express logical arguments;
- develop the ability to work in a team;
- develop extensive knowledge of a particular discipline; and
- develop the ability to plan work and to use time effectively.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Second year level biochemistry or organic chemistry.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
One two-hour end of semester exam (50%); research proposal group work (30%); and two practical reports due during semester (2 x 10% = 20%).
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Ute Roessner Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 33 hours: 16 lectures over eight weeks (two x 1-hour lectures per week), one x 1-hour tutorial per week, three x 3-hour practicals Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2017 to 22 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2017 Census date 31 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 17 November 2017 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
As this is primarily a research-led teaching subject, there are currently no appropriate textbooks. Students will be referred to current scientific literature. In addition, a handbook of useful resources will be made available at the start of semester.
Recommended texts and other resources
None
- Subject notes
This subject will be offered over eight weeks commencing week one of semester two.
Students undertaking this subject will be expected to have basic computer knowledge and the ability to navigate websites.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Biotechnology Informal specialisation Botany Informal specialisation Honours Program - BioSciences Informal specialisation Honours Program - BioSciences Major Botany - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Last updated: 3 November 2022