BIOL8232 Analysis Methods in Molecular Epidemiology 2

Offered By	School of Botany and Zoology
Academic Career	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject	Biology
Offered in	Second Semester, 2009 and Second Semester, 2010
Unit Value	6 units
Course Description	This course must be taken with BIOL8231 and is designed to give students the opportunity to extend their practical experience in the analysis of haploid genetic data. The course is underpinned by the theory presented in BIOL8231 and provides students with the opportunity to: Enhance their depth of understanding of the theory. Strengthen analytical and computing skills Further develop their oral and written skills
Learning Outcomes	On satisfying the requirements of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to: 1. Conduct independent advanced analyses of molecular population genetic data 2. Interpret analyses in a scientific framework 3. Write a scientific report/manuscript on analyses conducted 4. Define aims and hypotheses related to population genetic data sets 5. Interpret, synthesize and analyse published literature relevant to molecular epidemiology
Indicative Assessment	Assessment will be based on: Completion of Computer-Based Tutorials (60%) to demonstrate skills in using analyses programs Essay (40%) to critically evaluate skills in analysis, interpretation, defining hypotheses in a scientific framework, having reviewed and synthesised appropriate published literature (LO 1-5)
Workload	Computer-based tutorials over a 4 week block
Course Classification(s)	AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. and SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation.
Areas of Interest	Health, Medicine and the Body
Eligibility	Bachelor of Science or equivalent with a major in the field of biological science with relevant experience or academic achievement. First year Biology, first year Genetics and first year Statistics are recommended. First year Chemistry is desirable.
Requisite Statement	Completion of BIOL6004 and BIOL6006 This course must be taken in conjunction with BIOL8231
Consent Required	Permission from course coordinator
Other Information	This course will only be offered if a minimum quota of students is met. Please contact the course coordinator.
Academic Contact	Dr Celeste Linde

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