BIOL8242 Advanced Evolution and Bioinformatics 2
| Offered By | Biology Teaching and Learning Centre |
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| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Biology |
| Offered in | BIOL8242 will not be offered in 2011 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description | This course must be taken after BIOL8241 and is designed to give students the opportunity to extend their analytical skills. Each student will conduct an independent project in order to gain practical skills in bioinformatics. This unit gives students the opportunity to put their theoretical and applied understanding of molecular evolutionary principles learned in BIOL6241 into practice. The course will be taught in a series of computer-based practical classes, combining formal instruction in the use of bioinformatic software with small group based learning and one-to-one tuition. The emphasis of this course is on problem-based learning, developing individual interest areas and stimulating creative approaches to data analysis. |
| Learning Outcomes |
On satisfying the requirements of this course, students should be able to demonstrate: 1. practical computer-based analysis skills in bioinformatics |
| Indicative Assessment | Assessment will be based on a major report on the student's independent investigation of a DNA sequence and associated literature research (100%; LO 1-3). |
| Workload | Computer-based tutorials over a 6 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 BIOL8241
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| 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 Lindell Bromham |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2011 website applies to the 2011 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2010 website.
