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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
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Module Title Biotechnology Instrumentation & Topics
Module Code BE260
School School of Biotechnology
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Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: Jenny Lawler
Semester 2: Jenny Lawler
Autumn: Jenny Lawler
Module TeacherJenny Lawler
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 10
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
The purpose of this module is to introduce students to the principles of Biotechnology, to develop their scientific writing and oral presentation skills and enhanse their basic knowledge of principles of operation of analytical instrumentation.

Learning Outcomes
1. Collate information from a variety of sources on a proposed topic in biotechnology
2. Demonstrate a proficiency in scientific writing and the preparation of a science communication/paper on a proposed topic in Biotechnology
3. Display a proficiency in oral presentation skills in a proposed topic in Biotechnology
4. Critically evaluate scientific presentations
5. Explain the principles of Biotechnology
6. Identify main functional components of a gas chromatograph, high performance liquid chromatograph, flame atomic absorption spectrometer, single and double beam spectrophotometers, fluorimeter and liquid scintillation counter
7. Discuss an application of each instrument in the field of biotechnology



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture36Principles of Biotechnology
Lecture4Intrumentation
Lecture2Scientific presentation (Oral & Written)
Assignment60Essay
Independent learning time90Presentation preparation and delivery
Library2Introduction to literature data bases
Lab12Instrumentation
Examination2In class test instrumentation
Examination2Formal exam in Biotechnology principles
Independent learning time40Examination preparation
Total Workload: 250

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities
None
Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment75% Examination Weight25%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
EssayEssay on current topic in Biotechnology25%n/a
PresentationOral presentation on selected topic in Biotechnology25%n/a
In Class TestExamination on proficency in instrumentation25%n/a
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 3
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    Programme or List of Programmes
    BTBSc in Biotechnology
    Timetable this semester: Timetable for BE260
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