| Area: | School of Biomedical Science |
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 6.0 |
| Individual Study: | 1 x 6 Hours Weekly |
| Syllabus: | Structure and transmission of genetic information. Maintaining the fidelity of genetic information. Recombination. Gene structure and organisation of eukaryotes and prokaryotes. Expression of genetic information - transcription and translation. Control of gene expression in eukaryotes and prokaryotes. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will have - Demonstrated the ability to describe the structure and function of nucleic acids. Developed the ability to discuss the principles of gene organisation and expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Developed the ability to describe the mechanisms for controlling gene expression in cells. |
| 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: | Russell P.J., (2002), iGenetics, Harper Collins. |
| Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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| Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Examinations 100%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | Y | | |
