The aim of this course is to teach genomics and molecular genetic technologies using model organisms representing plants, animals and simple eukaryotes.
The course will cover recent developments in functional genomics, including:
- DNA chip arrays
- Directed and random mutagenesis
- Analyzing and mapping genes
- Strategies for cloning genes and determining their function
- Genomics-based computing skills.
An objective of the course will be to develop computing skills and critical thinking skills in experimental design within the context of learning about biological processes.
Note: This course is delivered online.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
On satisfying the requirements of this course, students will have the skills and knowledge to:
1. Discuss the current models relating to genes and gene regulation
2. Explain some of the current technologies used in biotechnology including: vectors, cloning and PCR
3. Explain the theory and some of the current technologies used to study genomics, including microarrays, RNAi, gene knockouts and proteomics
4. Locate and critically evaluate current scientific literature and discuss the important findings of these papers in writing
5. Obtain and analyse information and data relating to specific genes using general and plant-specific databases, bioinformatics principles and tools
Indicative Assessment
Assessment will be based on:
- Quiz (10%, LO 1)
- Biotechnology worksheet (15%; LO2)
- Glossary terms (10%; LO 1, 2, 3)
- Literature review (30%; LO 1, 2, 3, 4)
- Genomics lab exercise and final report (35%; LO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
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Requisite and Incompatibility
You will need to contact the Biology Teaching and Learning Centre to request a permission code to enrol in this course.
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $3660 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $4878 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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