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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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. |