Genes, Molecules and Cells
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| LIFE1029 | Life Sciences | 1 | 40 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- LIFE1029
- School
- Life Sciences
- Level
- 1
- Credits
- 40
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
This is a compulsory module composed of both lecture and practical elements, designed to provide students with an understanding of the cell biology, biochemistry and molecular genetics of living organisms. Topics covered will include the structure and function of cells and organelles, structure of proteins and enzymes, structure of DNA, transcription, translation, mutations, basic recombinant DNA technology, organisation and control of genes in a diversity of organisms, metabolism of macromolecules, structure of cell membranes, transport processes, cell signalling and cell division.
Target Students
Students on the first year of undergraduate degrees in the School of Life Sciences and students on the Cancer Sciences course. This module is not open to students outside the School (except where agreement exists with other Schools), any enrolments made by students from outside the School will be cancelled without notice.
Additional Requirements
Only available for year 1 UG Life Sciences, Cancer Sciences, Natural Sciences and Plant Sciences students
Classes
This module may be delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops and labs etc
Assessment
- 10% Practical Test 1: In course ExamSys test covering practical material and the data analysis sessions. Autumn.
- 10% Practical Test 2: In course ExamSys test covering practical material and the data analysis sessions. Autumn.
- 10% Practical Test 3: In course ExamSys test covering practical material and the data analysis sessions. Spring,
- 10% Practical Test 4: In course ExamSys test covering practical material and the data analysis sessions. Spring.
- 60% Exam 1 (2-hour): May/June ExamSys exam.
Assessed in both autumn & spring semest
Educational Aims
This is a compulsory module for all students undertaking a degree in the School of Life Sciences. It aims to provide students with a basic understanding on the biochemical and genetic processes occurring within the cell. It will prepare students who are embarking on any type of biological degree programme and will underpin more advanced biochemical and genetic modules in subsequent years. Practical sessions will illustrate the key principles covered in lectures as well as introduce some of the most important prokaryotic and eukaryotic model organisms used in genetic analysis.Learning Outcomes
A student who completes this module will be expected to be able:
A1. to describe the molecular genetics, biochemistry and cell biology of living organisms
A2. to identify the relationships between studies of cells at the molecular level and other biological disciplines including medicine, physiology and biotechnology
A3. to understand and use appropriate terminology to describe sub-cellular processes
A student who completes this module will have the ability:
B2. to undertake appropriate experimental design and data analysis
B3. to work safely in the laboratory, using appropriate equipment to make and record accurate measurements
B4. to acquire information systematically, process it effectively, and draw appropriate conclusions
B5. to demonstrate numeracy, critical ability and written communication skills when reporting the results from practical work
B6. to develop effective ways of working including productive team work, scheduling of tasks and time management to meet deadlines
B7. to demonstrate digital literacy in the handling of scientific data and the use of online learning tools