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Applications of Genetics and Genomics (GENE20004)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (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 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject provides an introduction to the theory, experimental design and practice of techniques used in molecular biology and genetic analysis. Students work collaboratively to perform a series of laboratory-based practicals to explore fundamental principles in genetics and molecular genetic analysis of microorganisms and higher organisms. A key component of this subject is the development of analytical skills associated with the interpretation of genetic data and the communication of results.
Intended learning outcomes
By the end of the subject, a student should be able to:
- describe the theoretical basis of techniques used in molecular biology and genetic analysis;
- perform experiments to investigate gene function, test gene interactions and characterise gene expression;
- analyse and interpret experimental data and apply appropriate statistical analyses to complex datasets; and
- collate and present data in a scientific format.
Generic skills
Completion of this subject is expected to enhance the generic skills of a student in:
- working effectively in small groups or individually to solve problems;
- following detailed experimental protocols;
- communicating experimental outcomes in a clear, concise and accurate manner;
- using on-line software for data analysis and the retrieval of relevant information; and
- planning of effective work schedules to accomplish laboratory tasks and to meet deadlines.
Last updated: 8 August 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| GENE20001 | Foundations of Genetics and Genomics | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - 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: 8 August 2023
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Participation in pre-workshop preparation by submitting multiple choice/short answer quiz responses (x10), 10 minutes per quiz, weekly throughout semester
| Throughout the teaching period | 0% |
Best 4 of 5 written practical reports, due every fortnight throughout semester (10% each)
| Throughout the teaching period | 40% |
Group Assignment involving the preparation of a poster
| Week 11 | 20% |
A written examination
| During the examination period | 40% |
Last updated: 8 August 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator John Golz Coordinator Hayley Bugeja Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 24 hours of workshops (1 x two hour workshop per week); 36 hours of practical classes (1 x three hour practical class per week); 24 hours of online work (two hours per week) including preparation for workshops, practical classes, independent learning tasks and non-assessed quizzes. 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
Last updated: 8 August 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- 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 Foundations of Genetics and Genomics and either GENE20004 Applications of Genetics and Genomics or BIOM20001 Molecular and Cellular Biomedicine are prerequisites for third year level genetics subjects. - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- 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: 8 August 2023