Undergraduate Course: Biotechnology 3 (BILG09014)
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 | The central theme of this course is the application of modern technologies for addressing issues relating to human health and environmental management.
The course of 22 lectures will cover five major themes: (1)food poisoning, food spoilage and food safety, (2) the roles of microorganisms in environmental monitoring, bioremediation and public health, (3) the role of viruses and stem cells in medicine, (4) the biotechnological potential of microorganisms for producing new products, (5) the search for new antibacterial and antifungal agents.
The lecture themes will be linked to laboratory practicals and demonstrations of the application of modern technologies - the 'Biotechnology Toolbox'. |
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
1. To provide basic knowledge and understanding of modern aspects of biotechnology that are applicable to human health, environmental management, food safety, and the development of new commercial products.
2. Through laboratory training, to provide skills in microbiological and biotechnological techniques.
3. Through laboratory exercises, to develop skills in critical observation, investigative and interpretative approaches in biology; to promote careful recording and analysis of laboratory work.
4. Through essays and other assignments, with feedback from teaching staff, to promote scientific writing skills and to encourage the use of library and other reference sources.
5. Through an oral presentation, to promote skills in succinct oral communication of science. |
Assessment Information
Marks for this course come from two sources:
1. A single theory paper (2 hours), comprising 50% of the final mark. 3 essay-style questions out of a total of 5. April-May exam diet.
2. In-course assessment which contributes 50% of the final mark comprising essay (17.5%), presentation and summary (7.5%) and theory of practical class exam (25%).
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Additional Information
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| Keywords | Biotech3 |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Ian Chambers
Tel: (0131 6)51 7242
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Course secretary | Miss Sarah Anderson
Tel: (0131 6)50 8643
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