BTEC8002 Molecular Biotechnology

Mr Nick Booth

2021

4.5

1 x 1-hour lecture weekly
1 x 1-hour workshop weekly
6 x 4-hour practicals per semester

1 of BTEC9630, BTEC9002 has been successfully completed

Biosciences degree.

Molecular Biotechnology is a selective topic supporting the postgraduate students who do not have sufficient prerequisite knowledge for the topic BIOL8004 DNA to Genome GE. This topic provides information on the basis of molecular biology as needed for an understanding of molecular biotechnology. Information covered includes the basics of DNA replication and DNA transcription and the translation of genetic material into protein.

This topic aims to:

To provide students the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of molecular biology needed to understand molecular biotechnology
To prepare students for further study of biotechnology processes and products involving molecular biology
To provide students the information that will prepare them to undertake the topic BIOL9004 DNA to Genome GE
To include activities which facilitate students working in a group environment in tutorials as well as encourage self-directed learning through preparation of individual assignments

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:

Explain the basis of DNA replication
Understand the process of DNA transcription and give examples of the steps involved
Provide an explanation of the process of protein translation
Provide an outline of how molecular biology is utilised in biotechnology
Work individually to produce written assignments in accordance with the principles of Academic Integrity
Work in a team environment to discuss molecular biology, particularly as it relates to biotechnology

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