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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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To develop a good understanding of the biology of bacteriophages and plasmids. To teach thebasis for techiques used in the manipulation of DNA and to provide a theoretical backgroundthat would enable students to learn the skills involved in DNA manipulation. To develop anappreciation and understanding of the complexity of gene expression and its control, with anemphasis on eukaryotic systems. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1. Design DNA cloning strategies exploiting the knowledge of restriction enzymes, vector systems and PCRtechnology1.Analyse genome sequences to gain an understanding of the genetic organisation of the encodedinformation2.3. Design an experimental approach to monitor the expression of genes using RNA analysis4. Select the appropriate vector system for application in genetic analysis 2. Analyse genome sequences to gain an understanding of the genetic organisation of the encodedinformation 3. Design an experimental approach to monitor the expression of genes using RNA analysis 4. Select the appropriate vector system for application in genetic analysis | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 |
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Overview. Recombinant DNA technology- restriction enzymes, joining DNA molecules. DNA amplification, the polymerase chain reaction.Vectors for gene cloningPlasmids, introduction to plasmids- structure, high and low copy number, different forms, plasmid encoded phenotypes.Replicationof plasmidsDNA sequencing methodologies.. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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