Molecular Genetics 3 (U00579)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 9 ? Acronym : BIO-3-MOG

A core course in molecular genetics. The course covers chromosome structure and organisation; gene expression and RNA processing in prokaryotes and eukaryotes; genetic engineering; genetic stability and instability; transposable elements and DNA rearrangements; genetic analysis; mouse genetics and transgenesis. The lectures are complemented by tutorials and by practical sessions that provide hands-on experience of genetical and molecular genetical manipulations.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : Normally, Genes and Gene Action 2. The Dynamic Cell 2 and Microorganisms, Cells and Immunity 2 are recommended.

? Costs : Students should supply a lab coat, notebook and marker pen.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Biology, (School of Biological Sciences, Schedule K)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 3rd year

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 5 hour(s) 30 minutes per week for 11 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
20/09/2005	09:00	09:50	Lecture Theatre G10, Darwin Building + Outhouses	KB

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Tuesday	09:00	09:50	KB
Laboratory	Tuesday	10:00	12:00	KB
Lecture	Friday	09:00	09:50	KB
Laboratory	Friday	10:00	12:00	KB

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

Increased understanding of biological processes.
Detailed learning outcomes will be provided later.

Assessment Information

Students are required to obtain an aggregate mark of 40% based on the weighting of marks for one examination and two in-course components of assessment.

Examination

Paper 1. Written paper: a two-hour written examination in December (week 12) will contribute 50% of the final mark.

In-course components of assessment:

1. Essay: The essay should not be more than 2500 words and will be chosen from a list of ten titles provided in week 1/2. The essay should be handed in by the end of week 8 and will contribute 30% of the final mark.

2. Data handling problem: A 2hr problem solving session will be undertaken in week 9, on the 16th November from 1000-1200. This will be used to test the students ability to interpret and analyse scientific data. The data-handling session will contribute 20% of the final mark.