HUBS3302
10 units
3000 level
Course handbook
Description
The completion of the Human Genome sequencing, and the development of high throughput techniques for sequencing nucleic acids and proteins, has resulted in an explosion of molecular information, with the corresponding development of high throughput techniques for sequencing nucleic acids and proteins. New computational tools for seeking, storing and analysing this information have also been developed. The challenge is to use the information stored in databases to solve biological problems and to inform hypothesis generation and future experiments. This course will focus on functional genomics (genomics, transcriptomics and proteomics) and how to use bioinformatics in different physiological and pathological situations.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the extent of international biological databases and use them to investigate important biomedical questions.
2. Use the knowledge and skills gained to logically, critically and creatively analyse real-life questions in biomedicine.
3. Work to solve research problems and acquire, organise and present information.
Content
This course will cover topics in functional genomics and bioinformatics including:
- Introduction to biological databases.
- Using biological databases.
- Genomics and transcriptomics: analysis at the nucleotide level.
- Proteomics: analysis at the post-translational level.
- Using database analysis to infer relationships, to analyse expression patterns and molecular interactions.
Assumed knowledge
HUBS1202 Human Genomics and Biomolecular Analysis and HUBS2206 Human Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Assessment items
Tutorial / Laboratory Exercises: Pracs Assessment
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
In Term Test: Mid Semester Exam
Online Open Book Formal Examination: Final Exam
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Computer Lab-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 10 week(s)
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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