Subject description

This subject will be divided into three strands of approximately equal length: (i) Bioinformatics, (ii) Biological macromolecules (proteins and nucleic acids) - structure and function, and (iii) Proteomics. In the practical classes, bioinformatics will be explored in computer-based tutorials and practicals. Databases for nucleic acid and protein sequences, structures and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Enrolment rules

Pre-Requisite

Equivalence

CHEM325 - Bioinformatics:Genome, Genes and Biomolecules

Delivery

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Teaching staff

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Engagement hours

Contact Hours:2-3 hours lectures, 3-4 practicals per week

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Evaluate the significance and scope of bioinformatics in biology and biotechnology
2.
Access and apply a range of databases with computer-based applications to discoverinformation about genes, their products and biological effects
3.
Demonstrate how biological macromolecules interact and regulate chemical reactions in biology
4.
Identify the significance and scope of bioinformatics in pharmaceuticals and medicine
5.
Access and utilise biological databases with a range of computer-based applications
6.
Apply the methods used to isolate and identify proteins (proteomics)
7.
Independently generate a critical review of the literature in a selected field

Assessment details

Practical Work (Assignments 1 and 2)
Practical Work (Assignment 3)
Quizzes
Draft Research Manuscript
Research Manuscript
Final Exam

Work integrated learning

Foundational WIL:This subject contains elements of "Foundational WIL". Students in this subject will observe, explore or reflect on possible career pathways or a work-related aspect of their discipline.

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