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THE UNIVERSITY of EDINBURGHDEGREE REGULATIONS & PROGRAMMES OF STUDY 2007/2008
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Archived VersionThe Degree Regulations and Programmes of Study has been formulated as a dynamic online publication in order to provide the most up to date information possible. Master versions of the Degree Regulations and Programmes of Study incorporating all changes to date are archived twice a year on 1 September and within the first three University working days prior to the start of Semester 2 in January. Please note that some of the data recorded about this course has been amended since the last master version was archived. That version should be consulted to determine the changes made. Genes and Gene Action 2 (BI0009)? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : BIO-2-GGA The concept of the gene, the nature of chromosomes, and genetic mapping. Molecular genetics of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Protein synthesis and the regulation of gene expression. The manipulation of DNA. Entry Requirements? Pre-requisites : Molecules and Cells 1 is recommended, as is prior attendance at The Dynamic Cell 2 or Evolution in Action 2. Subject AreasHome subject areaBiology, (School of Biological Sciences, Schedule K) Other subject areasBiomedical Sciences, (School of Biomedical Sciences, Schedule T) Delivery Information? Normal year taken : 2nd year ? Delivery Period : Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4) ? Contact Teaching Time : 5 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks All of the following classes
1 of the following 2 classes
? Additional Class Information : Laboratory W 1000-1300 or 1400-1700 Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
An understanding of basic molecular genetic processes and an ability to handle epxerimental data to derive conclusions.
Assessment Information
In-course problem. In-course assessment = 30%, examination = 70%.
Exam times
Contact and Further InformationThe Course Secretary should be the first point of contact for all enquiries. Course Secretary Dr Max Burton Course Organiser Dr Jeff Bond School Website : http://www.biology.ed.ac.uk/ College Website : http://www.scieng.ed.ac.uk/ |
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