Courses & Units
Aquatic Molecular Biology JFA305
Introduction
This unit covers the theoretical, technical and ethical use of molecular biology to investigate aquatic systems. Students learn the theory, techniques and practice of molecular biology and its application in fields of aquaculture and fisheries, and aquatic biology and ecology. Students gain detailed knowledge of the structure and function of DNA/RNA and proteins, and the methods by which these molecules can be characterised, manipulated and analysed. Molecular biology is a rapidly changing field and the unit content is regularly updated to reflect technological development.
Summary
| Unit name | Aquatic Molecular Biology |
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| Unit code | JFA305 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies |
| Discipline | Ecology and Biodiversity |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Christopher Bolch |
| Teaching staff | Associate Professor Andrew Bridle |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 10/7/2023 | 8/8/2023 | 28/8/2023 | 15/10/2023 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2023 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2023 will be available from the 1st October 2022. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe and explain the structure, synthesis and function DNA, RNA and proteins, and how these molecules are expressed.
- Explain and critically evaluate molecular approaches applied to problems and questions in aquaculture and marine biology/ecology.
- Describe, design and carry-out basic molecular biology approaches used to isolate, characterise, manipulate and analyse DNA/RNA data.
- Access and use common bioinformatic web-based resources/databases and analysis software, to collect, organise, analyse and interpret molecular data.
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010907 | $1,037.00 | $1,037.00 | not applicable | $2,618.00 |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 hour lectures weekly (Weeks 1-13), as published in unit outline and unit myLO site. 4 hour tutorial/practical session weekly (Weeks 1-13), as published in unit outline and unit myLO site. |
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| Assessment | Pre-requisite Learning Module|Mid-semester test (10%)|Online Quizzes (15%)|Project Report (25%)|Final Exam (50%) |
| 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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