FORS07008 2013 MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Full Title
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Transcript Title
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Code
FORS07008
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
FORS - Forensic Studies
Department
LIFE - Life Sciences
Level
07 - NFQ Level 7
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2013 - Full Academic Year 2013-14
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Sharon Barrett
Programme Membership
SG_SFORE_B07 201300 Bachelor of Science in Forensic Invest and Analysis
SG_SFORE_G07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Science in Forensic Invest & Analys(Emb)
SG_SFORE_H08 201300 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Science and Analysis
SG_SFORE_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Investigation and Analysis
Description
This module aims to introduce the student to the basic principles underpinning molecular biology with relevance to Forensic Science and also explores practical applications in molecular biology.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Explain basic principles in Gene Cloning and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) technologies.
2.
Perform and interpret selected practical applications of Gene Cloning and PCR.
3.
Analyse, evaluate and draw conclusions from data obtained in the laboratory and/or data presented in problem solving exercises.
4.
Define the principal applications of Gene Cloning and PCR technologies.
5.
Communicate scientific data in an appropriate format.
Module Dependencies
Prerequisites
BIOL06002: Biology 2
Co-requisites
None
Incompatibles
None
Indicative Syllabus
Nucleic acid extractions.
Restriction Endonucleases and Cloning vectors.
Separation and analyses of nucleic acids using agarose gel electrophoresis technology.
Principles of Gene Cloning, transformation, screening and selection techniques.
Principles of the Polymerase Chain Reaction.
Applications of Gene cloning and PCR technology.
This module includes a laboratory practical component which complements the theory syllabus and covers the practical application of nucleic acid extractions and analysis, agarose gel electrophoresis, transformations and PCR technology.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
50 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
50 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Practical Evaluation Continuous Assessment of theory and laboratories | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 50 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 50 % | End of Term | 1,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Tiered Classroom | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Practical / Laboratory | Science Laboratory | Laboratory Practical | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
| Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Self Study | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 5.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Gene Cloning and DNA Analysis An Introduction Fifth Edition: Terry Brown, Blackwell Publishing. ISBN-13: 978-14051-1121-8
Other Resources
Molecular Biology Notebook: http://www.rothamsted.ac.uk/notebook/courses/guide/
Moodle link will be provided by course co-ordinator.
Additional Information
None