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Analytical Techniques for Biotechnology (SCIE90002)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2024
Overview
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The field of Biotechnology encompasses many different advanced analytical techniques. 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 composition 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 be able to:
- Discuss the state-of-the-art analytical techniques used in biotechnology;
- Evaluate the biotechnology research being conducted in industry and academia;
- Defend the application of biotechnology to biology, medicine and industry; and
- Formulate skills to analyse and interpret data within the context of biotechnology.
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- define the breadth of knowledge gained in a particular discipline;
- apply critical judgement and rigorous and independent thinking;
- employ professional level oral and written communication and presentation skills;
- propose group discussions of complex issues, and construct persuasive intellectual arguments; and
- demonstrate time management and self-management skills.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Group research proposal (3-5 students per group; 2000 words total)
| Week 12 | 40% |
Two individual technical reports (500 words, 10% each, due in Week 4 and Week 9)
| During the teaching period | 20% |
Written examination
| During the examination period | 40% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2024
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
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 Science (BioSciences) Course Master of Biotechnology Informal specialisation BioSciences Informal specialisation BioSciences - 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: 31 January 2024