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Genes and Genomes (GENE20002)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Overview
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The subject emphasizes the molecular basis of gene structure and expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes; the processes of DNA replication, mutation and recombination; the methods used for gene isolation, analysis; and application to genetic problems, an introduction to the fundamental genetic principles underlying development and the molecular evolution of genes and genomes.
Intended learning outcomes
Completion of this subject is expected to enhance a student’s: understanding of the molecular basis of gene structure, expression and regulation in prokaryotes and eukaryotes; understanding of DNA replication, recombination and mutagenesis; appreciation of the organization of genes and genomes in a variety of organisms and the nature of molecular evolution; skills in solving problems and analysing data using a molecular genetic approach.
Generic skills
Completion of this subject is expected to provide students with the following skills which are transferable to new settings even though they have been acquired in the context of studies in Genetics: understanding how cross-disciplinary approaches can yield fundamental scientific knowledge; critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills to solve new problems; development of hypotheses based on observations; planning effective work schedules to meet deadlines for assessable work and; group and collaborative interactions.
Last updated: 22 March 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
EITHER
Both
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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BIOL10004 | Biology of Cells and Organisms | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BIOL10005 | Genetics & The Evolution of Life | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
OR
Both
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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BIOL10002 | Biomolecules and Cells | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BIOL10003 | Genes and Environment | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
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: 22 March 2024
Assessment
Additional details
A written class test held mid-semester (10%); two online assigments of equal value during the semester (15% in total); a 2-hour written examination in the examination period (75%)
Last updated: 22 March 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator John Golz Coordinator Hayley Bugeja Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 3 x one hour lectures per week, 1 x one hour problem class per week. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 29 July 2019 to 27 October 2019 Last self-enrol date 9 August 2019 Census date 31 August 2019 Last date to withdraw without fail 27 September 2019 Assessment period ends 22 November 2019
Time commitment details
Estimated total time commitment of 170 hours
Last updated: 22 March 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
A J Griffiths et al, Introduction to Genetic Analysis, 11th Ed. W H Freeman and Co.
Recommended texts and other resources
Brooker, Genetics - analysis and principles, 5th Ed. McGraw-Hill Higher Education
- Subject notes
This subject is available for science credit to students enrolled in the BSc (both pre-2008 and new degrees), BASc or a combined BSc course.
This subject is available for credit in the Bachelor of Biomedicine.
Both GENE20001 Principles of Genetics and either GENE20002 Genes and Genomes or BIOM20001 Molecular and Cellular Biomedicine are prerequisites for third year level genetics subjects.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Science-credited subjects - new generation B-SCI Informal specialisation Selective subjects for B-BMED Informal specialisation Zoology Major Genetics Major Zoology Breadth Track General Genetics - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- 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.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 22 March 2024