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BMOL20090

Academic Year 2024/2025

Molecular Genetics and Biotech (BMOL20090)

Subject:
Biomolecular & Biomed Science
College:
Science
School:
Biomolecular & Biomed Science
Level:
2 (Intermediate)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Dr Patrick Caffrey
Trimester:
Autumn
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

In living cells nucleic acids direct both self-replication and synthesis of proteins. DNA also undergoes mutation and recombination, which ultimately generate biodiversity and allow evolution to proceed. The course will cover the basics of these fundamental biological processes and explain how this knowledge is exploited in recombinant DNA technology. Specific areas include: nucleic acid structure; DNA replication; mutation and repair; transcription and translation; control of gene expression; gene cloning, DNA sequencing and genetic engineering. A series of in-course assignments will encourage student engagement and assist understanding of key topics. The lecture course will be assessed by an end-of-trimester multiple choice quiz examination.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module a student should be able to: (1) describe the structures and functions of DNA and RNA; (2) explain the mechanisms of DNA replication, recombination, and repair; (3) describe the modes of gene expression in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells; (4) describe the basic methods of gene cloning and recombinant DNA technology; (5) explain the polymerase chain reaction and DNA sequencing; (6) describe current technologies for gene editing in unicellular and complex multicellular organisms.

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Small Group

20
Seminar (or Webinar)

100
Total

120

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Lectures; active/task-based & problem-based learning.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
ANSC20010 - Genetics and Biotechnology


 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Exam (In-person): The end of semester exam is a multiple choice test that examines the entire lecture content of the module. Negative marking is not applied. End of trimester
Duration:
2 hr(s)
 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
80
 No
Quizzes/Short Exercises: In-course assignments that will include problem-solving, data analysis, critical thinking and science communication. Week 6, Week 8, Week 10, Week 12 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
20
 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Not yet recorded.

Name Role
Professor Geraldine Butler Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Ms Edel Caraway Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Eric Conway Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Mohd Faheem Khan Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Assoc Professor Niamh O'Sullivan Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Professor Oliver Blacque Tutor
Assoc Professor Caroline Herron Tutor
Dr Mohd Faheem Khan Tutor
Dr Raul Miranda Caso Luengo Tutor
Professor Cormac Murphy Tutor
Dr Tanja Narancic Tutor
Dr Jens Rauch Tutor
Professor Kenneth Wolfe Tutor
Assoc Professor Margaret Worrall Tutor
Assoc Professor Peadar Ó Gaora Tutor
Assoc Professor Tadhg Ó'Cróinín Tutor

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Autumn Tutorial Offering 1 Week(s) - 5 Fri 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 1 Week(s) - 9 Mon 09:00 - 09:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 2 Week(s) - 5 Fri 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 2 Week(s) - 9 Mon 09:00 - 09:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 3 Week(s) - 3 Fri 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 3 Week(s) - 7 Wed 09:00 - 09:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 4 Week(s) - 3 Fri 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 4 Week(s) - 7 Wed 09:00 - 09:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 5 Week(s) - 3 Fri 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 5 Week(s) - 7 Wed 09:00 - 09:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 6 Week(s) - 5 Fri 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 6 Week(s) - 9 Mon 09:00 - 09:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 7 Week(s) - 3 Fri 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 7 Week(s) - 7 Wed 09:00 - 09:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 8 Week(s) - 5 Fri 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Tutorial Offering 8 Week(s) - 9 Mon 09:00 - 09:50
Autumn Small Group Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Fri 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Small Group Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11, 12 Mon 09:00 - 09:50
Autumn Small Group Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12 Wed 09:00 - 09:50
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