Undergraduate Course: Molecular Genetics 3 (BILG09002)
Course Outline
| School | School of Biological Sciences |
College | College of Science and Engineering |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Available to all students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 9 (Year 3 Undergraduate) |
Credits | 20 |
| Home subject area | Biology |
Other subject area | Biomedical Sciences |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | 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 (not applicable to Visiting Students)
| Pre-requisites |
It is RECOMMENDED that students have passed
Genes and Gene Action 2 (BILG08003) AND
The Dynamic Cell 2 (BILG08009)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | Lab coats will be supplied but students should provide a notebook and marker pen. |
Information for Visiting Students
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus? | Yes |
Course Delivery Information
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Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
Increased understanding of biological processes.
Detailed learning outcomes will be provided later.
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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 nine titles provided in week 1. The essay should be handed in by the beginning of week 6 and will contribute 30% of the final mark.
2. Data handling session: A 2hr problem solving session will be undertaken in week 10, on the 23rd 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.
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Special Arrangements
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Additional Information
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| Keywords | MOG3 |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Donald Macleod
Tel: (0131 6)50 5386
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Course secretary | Mrs Carolyn Wilson
Tel: (0131 6)50 8651
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