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On completion of this module students should be able to:
1) Explain fundamental principles of genome, epigenome, transcriptome, proteome and metabolome biology.
2) Describe the various high-throughput technologies available to investigate biological systems in health and disease.
3) Outline the advantages/limitations of different omics approaches, and key factors underlying choice of biological material for studies.
This module aims to offer a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of omics sciences and the potential of the datasets emerging from these technologies to diagnose, monitor, and target many common diseases. Topics covered include introductory lectures to explore fundamental principles of the human genome, transcriptome, epigenome, proteome and metabolome. Applications/Technology lectures will cover practical consideration in biological sample sourcing, best practices, sample preparation, technological solutions and interpretation. Content will be delivered by UCD School of Medicine staff as well as invited expert lecturers with pharma experience.
On completion of this module students should be able to:
1) Explain fundamental principles of genome, epigenome, transcriptome, proteome and metabolome biology.
2) Describe the various high-throughput technologies available to investigate biological systems in health and disease.
3) Outline the advantages/limitations of different omics approaches, and key factors underlying choice of biological material for studies.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 18 |
Tutorial | 6 |
Seminar (or Webinar) | 4 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 122 |
Total | 150 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Group Project: Poster Assignment | Unspecified | n/a | Graded | No | 15 |
Project: PROJECT WORK: ASSIGNMENT CENTRED ON THE ROLE OF HIGH THROUGHPUT TECHNOLOGIES IN UNDERSTANDING/DIAGNOSING/MANAGING A GIVEN DISEASE | Unspecified | n/a | Graded | No | 15 |
Examination: 2 hour examination | 2 hour End of Trimester Exam | No | Graded | No | 70 |
Remediation Type | Remediation Timing |
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In-Module Resit | Prior to relevant Programme Exam Board |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Class performance in assessment will be discussed in a general feedback discussion of clear trends and examples without addressing individual performance. Individuals requesting one to one feedback will schedule appointments with the MC or lecturer at mutually agreeable times.
Name | Role |
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Professor Walter Kolch | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Professor Brendan Loftus | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Vadim Zhernovkov | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |