302423 (v.2) Introduction to Molecular Biology 302


 

Area:School of Biomedical Science
Credits:25.0
Contact Hours:10.0
Individual Study:1 x 10 Hours Weekly
Anti Requisite(s):10076 (v.2) Molecular Biology 231
301419 (v.3) BIO33 Introduction to Molecular Biology
Syllabus:DNA structure and function - replication, recombination, repair, mutagenesis, transcription and translation. Prokaryotes and eukaryotes - genome organisation, gene regulation and expression. Molecular basis of disease.
 
Unit Outcomes: On successful completion of this unit students will be able to - Demonstrate an understanding of the structure, organisation, maintenance and transmission of genetic information in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Develop an insight into the mechanisms of regulating the expression of genetic information. Demonstrate an understanding of how the genetic information is decoded and translated into the amino acid sequence of proteins. Develop an insight into how molecular biology is revolutionising our understanding and treatment of genetic and infectious diseases.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References: No prescribed references.
Unit Texts: Russell P.J., (1998), Genetics, 5th ed., Harper Collins Publishing. Griffiths, Gelbart, Miller and Lewontin, (1999), Modern Genetic Analysis, WH Freeman and Company.
 
Unit Assessment Breakdown: Mid semester test 25%. Assignments (2) 30%. Final Examination 45%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSpecial Term 1  Y
2004Bentley CampusSpecial Term 3  Y

 

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