Courses & Units
Biomolecular Approaches to Medical Research CAM312
Introduction
This unit provides students with an understanding of how contemporary approaches in molecular biology are being used to address problems in human health and wellbeing. This includes an introduction to genomics and proteomics. The use of molecular biology and protein biochemistry tools to probe current research problems in biological and biomedical sciences will be highlighted.
Summary
| Unit name | Biomolecular Approaches to Medical Research |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAM312 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Medicine |
| Discipline | Medicine |
| Coordinator | Doctor John Lin |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Discuss and apply contemporary biomolecular approaches used to address issues related to health and disease.
- Design strategies to investigate disease mechanisms using analytical and biomolecular tools.
- Plan and conduct experiments using contemporary biomolecular approaches to data collection and analysis.
- Solve research problems using contemporary biomolecular approaches to data collection and analysis.
- Critically evaluate, interpret and communicate experimental data and medical research literature.
Fee Information
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Requisites
Prerequisites
CBA265Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
CBA341 and CBA342Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Independent Learning 2-3 hours weekly; Practical 4 hours weekly; Self-directed study 3-4 hours weekly |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Test (15%)|Lab Worksheet (20%)|Laboratory Report (25%)|Exam (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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