Area: | School of Biomedical Science |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Practical: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Mendelian genetics from the molecular viewpoint and applications relevant to the diagnosis of inherited diseases. Cellular and molecular basis of inheritance - biological communication between generations and dominant versus recessive genes. Chromosomes, chromosomal abnormalities and disorders, single gene patterns of inheritance, polygenic patterns of inheritance, methods for the detection of genetic diversity and mutations and selected applications including tissue transplantation. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will have comprehension of the cellular and biochemical basis of Mendelian inheritance with an emphasis on the role of DNA as the genetic material. Developed an awareness of the general nature of the laboratory methods used for the diagnosis of inherited diseases, including chromosomal abnormalities. Developed an awareness of the nature and scope of the abnormalities responsible for the more common inherited diseases. Demonstrated a familiarity with some applications of genetic typing. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Brown T.A., (1998), Genetics - A Molecular Approach, 3rd ed., Chapman and Hall. Dawkins R., (1995), River Out of Eden - A Darwinian View of Life, Basic Books. Snustad D.P., Simmons M.J. and Jenkins J.B., (1997) Principles of Genetics, NY, John Wiley and Sons Inc. Additional reading from relevant journals. |
Unit Texts: | Russell P.J., (1996/8), Genetics, 4th or 5th ed., Harper Collins Publishers. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Completion of Practicals 20%. Final Examination 50%. Project 30%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 10900 Biological Sciences (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Informational | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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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 |
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