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Advanced Molecular Biology Techniques (BTCH90005)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 - Dual-Delivery |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject is focussed on the use of molecular techniques to study gene and protein functions in a range of organisms. It aims to provide students with an advanced understanding of the strategies and techniques used in molecular biology of relevance both to the biotechnology industry and to advanced molecular biology research. Topics will be drawn from the current literature and ongoing research in molecular biology.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject students should have:
- a detailed understanding of advanced tools, resources and techniques in molecular biology;
- an understanding of how these techniques are used to study gene and protein functions in cells and organisms;
- an appreciation of how these techniques may be applied both in biotechnology and in advanced research;
- an appreciation of the information resources available to assess the usefulness of a particular technique; and
- acquired the knowledge to enable them to critically appraise new data arising from the use of these techniques and to interpret the implications of such data.
Generic skills
Completion of this subject is expected to enhance the generic skills of a student in:
- the ability to understand how useful experimental tools are built upon an understanding of basic principles of molecular and cellular biology;
- the ability to understand how complex new scientific data is acquired and how it is appropriately interpreted;
- the ability to understand the connections between research and the biotechnology industry;
- the ability to read and interpret complex literature in order to answer detailed questions on both theory and methodology;
- appreciating how modern science is informed by cross-disciplinary studies leading to technological advances;
- the ability to use information technology to acquire relevant knowledge for understanding the current status of the field and its relevance to society.
Last updated: 24 January 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
This subject assumes a basic understanding of gene and protein function and molecular biology techniques.
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: 24 January 2023
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Four practical assignments due at the end of weeks 3, 5, 7 and 9 (10% each)
| From Week 3 to Week 9 | 40% |
One oral presentation, delivered in pairs
| End of semester | 15% |
Examination
| During the examination period | 45% |
Last updated: 24 January 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Joshua Heazlewood Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 18 hours comprising one 2-hour lecture per week (first 9 weeks), 6 hours comprising attendance at oral presentations (final 3 weeks) and four 3-hour practical classes. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 25 July 2022 to 23 October 2022 Last self-enrol date 5 August 2022 Census date 31 August 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 23 September 2022 Assessment period ends 18 November 2022 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 24 January 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Biotechnology Major Genetics Major Botany Informal specialisation BioSciences Informal specialisation BioSciences - 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: 24 January 2023