MOL2022

Molecular biology: gene technology and its application

(SCI)

Mr Ron Maxwell (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology)

6 points + Three 1-hour lectures per week and one 6-hour small group teaching or practical exercise per fortnight + Second semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: MOL2011 + Prohibition: BTH3757

Synopsis: Topics include recombinant DNA technology; use of bioinformatic tools to handle biological data generated by DNA and protein sequencing; genetic technology and its application in biotechnology.

Assessment: Mid-semester test (45 min): 10% + Examinations (3 hours): 65% + Laboratory training: 15% + Syndicate sessions and assignments: 10%