GENETICS 3520 - Gene Expression & Human & Developmental Genetics (Theory) III
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2022
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code GENETICS 3520 Course Gene Expression & Human & Developmental Genetics (Theory) III Coordinating Unit School of Biological Sciences Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 4 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites GENETICS 2510 & GENETICS 2520 Incompatible GENETICS 3211, GENETICS 3212 Assessment In-workshop written or on-line tests and off-site, extended on-line MCQ examinations. Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Michael Lardelli
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students should be able to:
1. Understand the underlying conceptual framework regarding the regulation of genes and how research expands our knowledge in this
area
2. Understand the underlying conceptual framework regarding how genes control embryo development and how research expands our
knowledge in this area
3. Understand the underlying conceptual framework regarding human genetics and how research expands our knowledge in this area
4. Demonstrate insight into how research in any one of the above three areas frequently relies on concepts derived from, and research in, the other areas.
5. Comprehend scientific research data described in peer-reviewed journals
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
4, 5 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
5 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
5 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
This course will require the following texts and other resources:
Text for Human Genetics lectures: 'Human Molecular Genetics - 4th Edition' by Strachan and Read.
Copies of scientific papers for Gene Regulation and Developmental Genetics aspects of the course (supplied by the lecturers)
Lecture theatres and tutorial rooms
Access to University Library
Access to computers and internet including a portable internet-capable device for workshops (preferably a laptop computer)
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course will be delivered by the following means:
“Pre-workshop” material in the form of pre-recorded lectures or assigned reading material etc. 8 hours per week (includes revision of delivered material).
Workshops
4 workshops of 1 hour each per week. During the workshops the “pre-workshop” material is reviewed (and any students’ questions on this answered). To reinforce and extend student learning, issues in genetics are discussed, data in scientific papers are analysed and problem-solving exercises are conducted. Each workshop includes an up to 10 minute in-workshop summative and formative test reviewing previous learning. Four of the up to 48 workshops will be given over to summative tests on the material delivered during the previous 3 weeks.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
A student enrolled in a 3 unit course, such as this, should expect to spend, on average 12 hours per week on the studies required. This includes both the formal contact time required to the course (i.e. workshops), as well as non-contact time (e.g., watching pre-workshop recorded presentations, reading, and revision).Learning Activities Summary
Plant Developmental Genetics and Regulation of Gene Expression / EpigeneticsWeek Type of learning activity Topic 1 Pre-workhop material Developmental Neurogenetics Workshop Developmental Neurogenetics 2 Pre-workhop material Developmental Neurogenetics Workshop Developmental Neurogenetics 3 Pre-workhop material Developmental Neurogenetics Workshop Developmental Neurogenetics 4 Pre-workhop material Developmental Neurogenetics Workshop Developmental Neurogenetics 5 Pre-workhop material Plant Developmental Genetics and Regulation of Gene Expression Workshop Plant Developmental Genetics and Regulation of Gene Expression 6 Pre-workhop material Plant Developmental Genetics and Regulation of Gene Expression Workshop Plant Developmental Genetics and Regulation of Gene Expression 7 Pre-workhop material Plant Developmental Genetics and Regulation of Gene Expression / Epigenetics Workshop Plant Developmental Genetics and Regulation of Gene Expression / Epigenetics 8 Pre-workhop material Plant Developmental Genetics and Human Genetics including Cancer Genetics Workshop Plant Developmental Genetics and Human Genetics including Cancer Genetics Mid Semester Break 9 Pre-workhop material
Human Genetics including Cancer GeneticsWorkshop
Human Genetics including Cancer Genetics10 Pre-workhop material
Human Genetics including Cancer GeneticsWorkshop
Human Genetics including Cancer Genetics11 Pre-workhop material
Human Genetics including Cancer GeneticsWorkshop
Human Genetics including Cancer Genetics12 Pre-workhop material
Human Genetics including Cancer GeneticsWorkshop Human Genetics Specific Course Requirements
This course will require the following texts and other resources:
Text for Human Genetics lectures: 'Human Molecular Genetics - 4th Edition' by Strachan and Read.
Copies of scientific papers for Gene Regulation and Developmental Genetics aspects of the course (supplied by the lecturers)
Lecture theatres and tutorial rooms
Access to University Library
Access to computers and internet including a portable internet-capable device for workshops (preferably a laptop computer)
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment task Type of assessment Percentage of total
assessment for grading purposes #
Hurdle
Yes or No #Outcomes being assessed / achieved Approximate Timing of Assessment Short tests in each workshop (up to 43 tests, best 30 test scores
counted towards assessment)Formative and Summative 70% No 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Weeks 1-12 1-hour on-line examination every three weeks (Best 3 of 4 test scores counted
towards assessment)Summative 30% No 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Weeks 3, 6, 9, 12 Assessment Detail
Tests in workshops (total 70% of course grade, Learning Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, 5). Up to ten minutes during each workshop will be devoted to answering questions assessing material in that and previous workshops and the pre-workshop material. This will test and reinforce students’ understanding of the course material. To avoid problems with students occasionally missing workshops (due to course clashes or illness), a student’s final accumulated mark for these examinations will be made up of their best 30 workshop examination scores (from the possible up to 43 examinations). A generous length of time will be allowed for completion of the questions. (Formative and summative assessment.)
Extended up to 1 hour examinations conducted online (total 30% of course grade, Learning Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, 5). These will be held in Weeks 3, 6, 9, and 12 and will examine any material delivered over the preceding three weeks. The examinations will occur during a timetabled workshop session but will not require attendance at the lecture theatre by the student. There are four workshop sessions per week and each test will be held during a different session time. This will test and reinforce students’ understanding of the course material. To avoid problems with students unable to sit one of the 4 tests (due to course clashes or illness), a student’s final accumulated mark for these examinations will be made up of their best 3 examination scores. A generous length of time will be
allowed for completion of the questions. (Summative assessment.)
There is no end-of-semester examination for this course.
Submission
No information currently available.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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