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Developmental Biology (CEDB30003)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
Subject Coordinators
Dr Dagmar Wilhelm
Prof Gary Hime
g.hime@unimelb.edu.au
Administrative Coordination
Overview
Availability(Quotas apply) | Semester 2 |
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In this subject students will gain a detailed understanding of the molecular, biochemical and cellular events that regulate the development of specialised cells, tissues and organs during embryonic development. In particular, cell signalling pathways that regulate embryonic induction, tissue interactions and pattern formation, and expression of regulatory genes. A particular focus is the experimental strategies and techniques that are used to identify molecular and cellular mechanisms of development.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Describe the morphological processes that transform a fertilised egg into a multicellular organism
- Explain the molecular, biochemical and cellular events that regulate the development of specialised cells, tissues and organs during embryonic development
- Identify model organisms used to investigate developmental biology and compare the developmental programmes of different organisms
- Describe genetic, molecular and cellular techniques, including genome editing, used to investigate developmental and cell biology processes in various organisms
- Demonstrate observational and technical skills to collect and analyse quantitative data, record observations, interpret findings and present experimental data
- Work effectively in diverse groups to investigate and communicate concepts in cell and developmental biology
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should:
- Be able to interpret scientific literature.
- Have the capacity to integrate knowledge across several disciplines.
- Have the ability to critically analyse scientific data.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
BCMB20002 | Biochemistry and Molecular Biology |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
CEDB20003 | Fundamentals of Cell Biology | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CEDB30002 | Concepts in Cell & Developmental Biology | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GENE20001 | Foundations of Genetics and Genomics | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GENE20004 | Applications of Genetics and Genomics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ZOOL20006 | Comparative Animal Physiology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GENE20002 Genes and Genomes
OR
(For BBiomedicine students)
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
BIOM20001 | Molecular and Cellular Biomedicine | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
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: 11 April 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Students will practice using microscopes and pipettes and receive EHS induction
| Week 1 | N/A |
Four practical reports that can be completed during practical session (each report equiv. 150 words, worth 5% each)
| From Week 2 to Week 10 | 20% |
One essay
| From Week 7 to Week 9 | 20% |
Two MSTs (10% & 30 min each)
| From Week 7 to Week 11 | 20% |
An examination
| During the examination period | 40% |
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Quotas apply to this subject
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Michael Murray Coordinator Dagmar Wilhelm Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 contact hours in total including 2hrs of lectures per week and 4 x 3hr practicals across the semester Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 30 June 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Subject Coordinators
Dr Dagmar Wilhelm
Prof Gary Hime
g.hime@unimelb.edu.auAdministrative Coordination
Time commitment details
170 hours
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Additional delivery details
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Last updated: 11 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Gilbert SF, Developmental Biology, 10th Edition, Sinauer Press
OR
Wolpert L. and Tickle C. Principles of Development, 4th edition, Oxford University PressRecommended texts and other resources
Wolpert L. Principles of Development, 4th edition, Oxford University Press.
- Subject notes
This subject is available to students enrolled in the NG BSc, BBiomed, pre-2008 BSc, pre-2008 BASc, pre-2008 BBiomedSc.
Experiments involving the use of animals are an essential part of this subject.
A laboratory coat and safety glasses will be required for practical work.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Major Human Structure and Function Major Zoology Major Zoology Major Human Structure and Function Informal specialisation Molecular Biotechnology Informal specialisation Molecular Biotechnology specialisation Informal specialisation Science Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI Informal specialisation Zoology Informal specialisation Zoology Breadth Track Cell and Developmental Biology - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- 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.
Additional information for this subject
quota subject - application deadline as per http://biomedicalsciences.unimelb.edu.au/study/current-student-information/quota-subjects
- 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: 11 April 2024