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Molecular Biology in Health & Disease unit (CBA265)

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Location: Hobart, Launceston

Introduction

This unit provides students with a broad introduction to molecular biology and how it can be used to investigate health & disease. The focus of this unit is primarily on humans and other mammals, but most of the matters discussed apply to a much broader range of species. The unit provides students with an understanding of protein structure, function and synthesis; DNA structure, replication, and transcription; DNA technology and its applications; genetics of human disease; molecular biology of cancer. The knowledge gained in this unit will complement the practical skills developed in the laboratory classes. These laboratory classes will provide students with ‘hands-on’ experience in molecular biology. Students should be aware that TCE Year 12 Chemistry (or equivalent) is assumed knowledge for this unit.

Summary

Unit name Molecular Biology in Health & Disease
Unit code CBA265
Credit points 12.5
College/School Health
School of Medicine
Discipline Medicine|Health Sciences
Coordinator Doctor Louise Roddam
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Intermediate

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The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 2 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Launceston Semester 2 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
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  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 20/7/2025 18/8/2025 7/9/2025 25/10/2025

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Learning Outcomes

  • Identify and discuss molecular and cellular processes involved in health and disease
  • Demonstrate an applied understanding of the molecular tools and strategies used to investigate the mechanisms of health and disease
  • Communicate scientific information clearly using appropriate language and biomedical terminology.
  • Collect, analyse and interpret scientific data relating to molecular biology.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
019901 $1,164.00 $1,164.00 not applicable $2,726.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

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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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Requisites

Prerequisites

(CZZ101 or KPZ164) AND (CZZ102 or KZA161 or KPA161)

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Independent Learning 3 hours weekly; Workshop 2 hours fortnightly; Self-directed study 3-4 hours weekly; Practical 3 hours fortnightly 

AssessmentMid-semester test (20%)|Laboratory Worksheets (40%)|Written Exam, Invigilated (40%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

Required readings and other resources will be provided through MyLO.
Recommended

You can access the reading list for this unit from the link in MyLO or by going directly to the reading lists page on the University Library website.

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