BIO06033 2019 Introduction to Medical Biotechnology
Full Title
Introduction to Medical Biotechnology
Transcript Title
Introduction to Medical Biotec
Code
BIO06033
Attendance
50 %
Subject Area
BIO - Bio Tech/Eng/Chem
Department
LIFE - Life Sciences
Level
06 - Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
James Murphy
Programme Membership
SG_SBIOM_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science
SG_SMEDI_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Medical Biotechnology
SG_SSCIE_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Science
SG_SSCIE_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science
SG_SSCIE_C06 201900 Higher Certificate in Science
SG_SBIOM_C06 202100 Higher Certificate in Science in Biomedical Science
SG_SBIOS_H08 202300 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Science
Description
In this module the student will develop an overview of the broad field of Medical Biotechnology and will explore many of the various areas that contribute to this discipline. The module will include a brief history of Medical Biotechnology, including some key breakthrough moments in history. Furthermore the module will cover current key technological areas of scientific, economic and social interest and as well as targeted technologies of the future.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Understand the fundamentals of how breakthroughs and advances in Medical Biotechnology happen
2.
Understand the history and development of the Biotechnology industry.
3.
Identify the methodology of product/process development in Medical Biotechnology and how novel intervention points are identified and exploited.
4.
Identify safety, ethical, regulatory, and proprietary issues of the application of biotechnology to industry.
5.
Describe the common applications of biotechnology in medicine and diagnostics
6.
Develop an understanding of the medical device industry and the development of some key technologies in this field
7.
Understand the life span of a typical medical biotechnology product from development through testing to manufacture and eventual discontinuation
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Students will be introduced to the many diverse subject areas of Medical Biotechnology and will learn and understand their impact on medicine, diagnostics and the biomedical manufacturing industry
Module Assessment Strategies
The module will be assessed entirely by continuous assessment. This will comprise two Multiple Choice Exams and two written assignments staggered throughout the semester
Repeat Assessments
Students will be asked to re-submit any assignment or re-sit and MCQ that they did not pass, where there overall grade is a fail
Indicative Syllabus
The history and development of the Medical Biotechnology industry.
Transcription and Translation and its manipulation for therapeutic and diagnostic gain
Modern DNA technology and genetic engineering
Overview of techniques used to grow and maintain cells for the biotechnology industry
An overview of the immune system and Immunodiagnostics
Regulatory bodies, safety, ethics, and intellectual property in the biotechnology industry.
Applications of biotechnology in medicine
Introduction to the most commonly produced biopharmaceutical products and their methods of production.
Understanding of the basic principles of biomaterials and biosensors
Introduction to medical devices
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Case Study Written Assignment | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 25 % | Week 3 | 1,2 |
| 2 | Multiple Choice | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 25 % | Week 6 | 2,3,5 |
| 3 | Assignment | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 25 % | Week 9 | 3,5,6,7 |
| 4 | Multiple Choice | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 25 % | Week 12 | 2,3,4,5,6,7 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Not Specified | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | Library | Self Study | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Required Reading
2005 Medical Biotechnology United Nations University Press
ISBN 9280811142 ISBN-13 9789280811148
2005 Medical Biotechnology United Nations University Press
ISBN 9280811142 ISBN-13 9789280811148
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Ellyn Daugherty 2007, Biotechnology, Science for the New Millenium, EMC Paradigm Publishers.
Journal Resources
N/A
URL Resources
N/A
Other Resources
The following current Journals (currently available in Library)
New Scientist
Scientific American
Irish Scientists Yearbook
Irish Biotechnology news
Additional Information
None