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DRPS : Course Catalogue : School of Biological Sciences : Biology

Undergraduate Course: Genes and Gene Action 2 (BILG08003)

Course Outline
School School of Biological Sciences College College of Science and Engineering
Course type Standard Availability Available to all students
Credit level (Normal year taken) SCQF Level 08 (Year 2 Undergraduate) Credits 20
Home subject area Biology Other subject area Biomedical Sciences
Course website None
Course description The concept of the gene, the nature of chromosomes, and genetic mapping. Molecular genetics of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Protein synthesis and the regulation of gene expression. The manipulation of DNA.
Entry Requirements
Pre-requisites It is RECOMMENDED that students have passed Molecules, Genes and Cells 1 (BILG08015) AND ( The Dynamic Cell 2 (BILG08009) OR Evolution in Action 2 (BILG08005))
Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs None
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisites None
Prospectus website http://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/visiting-exchange/courses
Course Delivery Information
Delivery period: 2010/11 Semester 2, Available to all students (SV1) WebCT enabled:  Yes Quota:  None
Location Activity Description Weeks Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
King's BuildingsTutorial1-11 10:00 - 12:00or 14:00 - 15:50
King's BuildingsLecture1-11 10:00 - 10:50
King's BuildingsLecture1-11 10:00 - 10:50
King's BuildingsLaboratory1-11 14:00 - 17:00
King's BuildingsLecture1-11 12:10 - 13:00
First Class First class information not currently available
Additional information Laboratory W 1000-1300 or 1400-1700, alternate weeks
Tutorial W 1000-1200 or Th 1400-1600, alternate weeks
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
An understanding of basic molecular genetic processes and an ability to handle epxerimental data to derive conclusions.
Assessment Information
In-course problem. In-course assessment = 30%, examination = 70%.
Please see Visiting Student Prospectus website for Visiting Student Assessment information
Special Arrangements
Not entered
Contacts
Course organiser Dr Heather Mcqueen
Tel: (0131 6)50 5819
Email: h.mcqueen@ed.ac.uk		 Course secretary Mrs Carolyn Wilson
Tel: (0131 6)50 8651
Email: Carolyn.Wilson@ed.ac.uk
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