Overview

This unit provides an understanding of DNA as the genetic component of organisms and cells, encompassing the information content, the organisation of DNA sequences, and the expression of this information into RNA and proteins. Topics include global aspects of genome organisation and expression outcomes (genomics and proteomics, respectively). Other themes … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor Colby Zaph

Unit Coordinator(s)

Associate Professor Peter Boag

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Describe the structure, organisation and functional rearrangement of eukaryotic genomes;

2.

Explain the mechanism of DNA replication in eukaryotic cells;

3.

Illustrate how gene expression is regulated in eukaryotes and how studies of DNA, RNA and protein levels contribute to our understanding of these processes;

4.

Discuss how cell and animal models are used to build our understanding of disease processes and to develop potential therapies;

5.

Describe how the application of genomic and other technologies is used to further our understanding of genomes and the treatment of disease;

6.

Demonstrate the ability to organise, plan and successfully execute laboratory experiments relevant to advanced molecular biology, as well as analyse and report the results in a meaningful way;

7.

Demonstrate the ability to undertake literature based research to collect and evaluate information relevant to current problems in biochemistry and molecular biology and to effectively communicate ideas in writing or orally.

Teaching approach

Problem-based learning
Peer assisted learning

Assessment

1 - In-semester quizzes on lecture material
2 - Practical/small group teaching
3 - Literature review
4 - Final assessment - Exam (2 hours and 10 minutes)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories
Lectures
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Availability in areas of study

Biochemistry
Microbiology