Courses Handbook 2009

310653 v.2 Molecular Biotechnology Major


Introduction

This major within the Master of Biomedical Sciences is designed for those seeking knowledge of molecular techniques as they are applied in the biotechology industry. It provides a broad understanding of this rapidly growing area of science, how it is used, how scientific discoveries become the basis of investigative and manipulative tools in medicine, pharmaceuticals, clinical diagnostics, and in businesses and industries. Study tasks include the collection, analysis, and presentation of current scientific information, together with practical experience in laboratory methods.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
13371 v.3   Bioinformatics 631 4.0 25.0
6756 v.6   Molecular Genetics 631 3.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 OPTION   25.0
  75.0
Year 1 Semester 2
310160 v.1   Drug Discovery and Development 631 3.0 25.0
  SELECT 2 OPTIONS   50.0
  75.0
Year 2 Semester 1
6753 v.5   Molecular Techniques 632 3.0 25.0
  SELECT 2 OPTIONS   50.0
  75.0
Year 2 Semester 2
310166 v.1   Molecular Science Practicum 633 9.0 75.0
  75.0
NB      Options can be selected from the Master of Biomedical Science options list.
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