302488 (v.1) Molecular Genetics 231


Area:

School of Biomedical Sciences

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

5.0
 
** The tuition pattern below provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. For more precise information please check your unit outline. **
 

Lecture:

2 x 1 Hours Weekly

Practical:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly
 

Syllabus:

The overall objective of the unit is to introduce molecular biology; the study of living systems and their functioning at the molecular level. Structure and function of DNA, transcription, translation and replication. Mutation and repair of DNA. Gene organisation and expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Genetic basis of disease and cancer.
 
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Field of Education:

60100 Medical Studies (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

3

Extent to which this unit or thesis
utilises online information:

Informational

Result Type:

Grade/Mark

Availability

Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y    
Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area