306476 (v.2) Grape and Wine Technology 302


Area:

Muresk Institute

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:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Tutorial:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Laboratory:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

13498 (v.3) Vine and Grape Physiology 102 or any previous version
 

Syllabus:

Genes and their regulation. The theory and biochemistry of - DNA replication and transcription, translation and the genetic code. Recombinant DNA and technology and genetic engineering. Molecular approaches in the study of grapevine pests and pathogens. Application of gene technology in viticulture. Vine improvement - mass and clonal selection, methods of developing new varieties - hybridisation, induced mutation. Introduction of new varieties and improved clones. Genetically modified foods - consumer reaction. Development and commercialisation of gene technology products in the food industry - case studies
 
** To ensure that the most up-to-date information about unit references, texts and outcomes appears, they will be provided in your unit outline prior to commencement. **
 

Field of Education:

50303 Viticulture

HECS Band (if applicable):

2

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 2 Y    
2004 Margaret River Campus Semester 1 Y    
2004 Margaret River Campus Semester 2 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