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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit sets out the basic principles of genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics. The major areas covered are: (i) genome sequences - genomic variation, identity and evolution (ii) genome expression - microarrays and proteomics (iii) biomedical genome research - development of vaccines, antibiotics, RNA medicine and genomic ethics (iv) online genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics - a variety of unknown DNAs are isolated, assayed, amplified, sequenced and their sequences analysed using online shareware applications. Instruction employs interesting but complex questions derived from biomedical case studies. Students use bioinformatics to explore the biomedical content and processes contained within each case study.
Students must pass 1 units from SCH1111, SCH1133, SCH2142
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures with guest lecturers. Laboratory work conducted in pairs or as a whole class. Online genomic and bioinformatic analyses using shareware applications. Guided preparation for Work Integrated Learning. Total contact time is 4 hours per week.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Mid semester test | 30% |
| Presentation | Work Integrated Learning (WIL), 10 minute talk | 10% |
| Laboratory Work | Laboratory reports | 30% |
| Examination | Theory examination | 30% |
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit sets out the basic principles of genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics. The major areas covered are: (i) genome sequences - genomic variation, identity and evolution (ii) genome expression - microarrays and proteomics (iii) biomedical genome research - development of vaccines, antibiotics, RNA medicine and genomic ethics (iv) online genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics - a variety of unknown DNAs are isolated, assayed, amplified, sequenced and their sequences analysed using online shareware applications. Instruction employs interesting but complex questions derived from biomedical case studies. Students use bioinformatics to explore the biomedical content and processes contained within each case study.
Students must pass 1 units from SCH1111, SCH1133, SCH2142
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures with guest lecturers. Laboratory work conducted in pairs or as a whole class. Online genomic and bioinformatic analyses using shareware applications. Guided preparation for Work Integrated Learning. Total contact time is 4 hours per week.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Mid semester test | 30% |
| Presentation | Laboratory 10 minute talk | 5% |
| Laboratory Work | Laboratory reports | 25% |
| Examination | Theory examination | 40% |
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
SCH2141|1|2