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MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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Module Title | |||
Genomics and Proteomics | |||
Reference | AS4020 | Version | 5 |
Created | August 2017 | SCQF Level | SCQF 10 |
Approved | July 2002 | SCQF Points | 15 |
Amended | August 2017 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
Aims of Module | |||
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To enable students to appreciate the use and relevance of a number of analytical methods/techniques in the analysis of biomolecules in research. |
Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
1 | Discuss the principles and applications of genomics and proteomics in biological and biomedical research. |
2 | Discuss genomics and proteomics applications in relation to health and disease. |
Indicative Module Content |
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Composition, structure and properties of DNA and proteins. Genomics will include principles and applications of DNA sequencing, DNA micro-arrays and their relevance in targeted gene expression and function analysis in health and disease. Proteomics will include 2-D gel electrophoresis, handling of proteins and peptide samples for proteomics and their relevance in targeted protein expression and function analysis in health and disease. |
Module Delivery |
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This module is delivered by lectures and seminars. |
Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
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Contact Hours | 20 | N/A |
Non-Contact Hours | 130 | N/A |
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |   |   |
ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
Component 1 | |||||
Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2 |
Description: | Consists of the submission of a scientific abstract and an oral presentation defence. |
MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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Explanatory Text | |
The module is assessed as described in the Assessment Plan. To pass this module, candidates must achieve a Module Grade D or better. | |
Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
A | A final mark of 70% or better. |
B | A final mark of between 60-69%. |
C | A final mark of between 50-59%. |
D | A final mark of between 40-49%. |
E | MARGINAL FAIL. A final mark of between 35-39%. |
F | FAIL. A final mark of 34% or lower. |
NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
Module Requirements | |
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Prerequisites for Module | AS3018 or equivalent. |
Corequisites for module | None. |
Precluded Modules | None. |
INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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1 | DALE, J.W. and VON SCHANTZ, M., 2007. From Genes to Genomes, Concepts and Applications of DNA Technology. 2nd ed. John Wiley. |
2 | PAGEL, M. and POMIANKOWSKI, A.,2008. Evolutionary Genomics and Proteomics. Sinauer Associates. |
3 | LESK, A.M., 2008. Introduction to Bioinformatics. 3rd ed. Oxford University Press. |