BIOMO202-18B (HAM)

Genetics

15 Points

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Faculty of Science and Engineering
Te Mātauranga Pūtaiao me te Pūkaha
School of Science

Staff

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Convenor(s)

Steve Bird

Steve Bird
4723
C.2.01C
To be advised
steve.bird@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Brett Langley

Brett Langley
4060
R.1.07
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brett.langley@waikato.ac.nz

Linda Peters

Linda Peters
5110
CD.2.03
Monday 11 am - 12 pm; Thursday 1 pm - 2 pm; Friday 9 am - 10am.
linda.peters@waikato.ac.nz

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: cheryl.ward@waikato.ac.nz
: debby.dada@waikato.ac.nz

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Paper Description

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This paper deals with genetics in the widest sense from the molecular and cellular to the applied and evolutionary. Both prokaryote and eukaryote genetics are discussed with respect to DNA replication, hereditary, gene expression and control, and the role of mutations at both the DNA and chromosomal levels.

This paper is highly relevant to students of biology, irrespective of whether their interests are in metabolic and cellular processes, plant/animal genetic improvement, or in ecology and evolution.

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Paper Structure

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A traditional lecture paper supplemented by 3 laboratories, each one running over three weeks. Attendance at all laboratories is compulsory. You will be required to assign yourself to one lab stream. A Friday lab stream is only offered if participant numbers exceed 70 students. After each three week laboratory, there will be a test, that must be completed and submitted for assessment.

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • A knowledge of how chromosomes are packaged and the process of gene expression and its regulation in cells.
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  • An understanding of the principles of Mendelian and non‐Mendelian inheritance.
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  • An understanding of human population genetics and analysis of genomic data.
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  • A knowledge of genome organization and the mechanisms involved in their evolution.
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  • A knowledge of the molecular techniques critical to modern genetics.
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Assessment

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The dates indicated for assessment procedures will normally be adhered to. Any changes to the dates will be made in consultation with the class at least one week prior to the original date. Satisfactory completion of the laboratory sessions and tests are also an essential element of the paper and irrespective of the marks you receive must be completed in order to pass the paper. Medical certificates must be presented for any test and laboratory missed.

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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 50% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 50% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Test 1 - Steve Bird
30 Jul 2018
2:00 PM
10
  • In Class: In Lecture
2. Test 2 - Brett Langley
10 Sep 2018
2:00 PM
10
  • In Class: In Lecture
3. Test 3 - Linda Peters
5 Oct 2018
9:00 AM
10
  • In Class: In Lecture
4. Practical (Bacterial genetics)
1 Oct 2018
5:00 PM
10
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
  • Hand-in: Faculty Information (FG Link)
5. Practical (Population genetics) -submit at end of lab 3.
12 Oct 2018
No set time
10
  • Hand-in: In Lab
6. Exam
50
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Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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"Genetics: From Genes to Genomes" 5th Ed, Hartwell et al. (McGraw-Hill, 2014)

Relevant chapters from this book are listed for each lecture in the schedule.

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Online Support

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This paper has a Moodle page (http://elearn.waikato.ac.nz) where you will be able to access pdfs of lecture notes and powerpoints, lecture recordings, and assessment materials. There are also discussion forums where you can both ask and answer questions.

PLEASE NOTE: Moodle will be used for class notices and it is your responsibility to check the site regularly. Instructions provided on Moodle and in lectures are considered to be given to the class as a whole.

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Workload

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Approximately 70 contact hours, constituting lectures plus laboratories. A student would be expected to spend an equal time on study and assessment during the year.

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Linkages to Other Papers

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BIOL251 Biochemistry is particularly relevant.

Prerequisite to BIOL310

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Prerequisite(s)

Prerequisite papers: BIOMO101 or BIOL101

Corequisite(s)

Equivalent(s)

Restriction(s)

Restricted papers: BIOL210

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