Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Repeat examination Autumn repeat examination |
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Description The module aim will be to educate the student in cellular and molecular aspects of human health and physiology. This goal will guide the perspective of the course content. The module will comprehensively, but at a fundamental level, cover molecular genetics, transcriptomics and gene expression. Fundamental cellular functions such as apoptosis, adhesion, migration and cell development will be included in the syllabus, to reflect future directions of cell biology research. The learning outcomes will result in a comprehensive understanding of cell biology at various levels and its implications for human (patho)-physiology. Indicative time will reflect the requirements of a 5 credit module. Assesssment will be 20% continual assessment with 80% final exam. The Indicative reading will remain be outlined during term and will include up to date reviews in peer reviewed journals. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Educate the student in cellular and molecular aspects of human health and physiology 2. Fundamental and comprehensive knowledge of molecular genetics, transcriptomics and gene expression with respect to human health and disease 3. Fundamental knowledge of cellular functions and phenotypes such as apoptosis, adhesion, migration and cell development 4. Understanding of future directions of cell and molecular biology research and well as human genetics 5. The learning outcomes will result in a comprehensive understanding of cell biology at various levels and its implications for human (patho)-physiology 6. Ability to write an original review paper on a chosen topic relevant to the module content 7. Understanding of novel technologies in studying cell and molecular aspects of human health and disease 8. Broad understanding of Genetics and Epigenetics | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Review PapersAppropriate review papers will be provided through-out the course to support the topics covered. Review articles will cover- INTRODUCTION TO THE CELL 1. Cells and Genomes 2. Cell Chemistry and Bioenergetics 3. Proteins BASIC GENETIC MECHANISMS 4. DNA, Chromosomes, and Genomes 5. DNA Replication, Repair, and Recombination 6. How Cells Read the Genome: From DNA to Protein 7. Control of Gene Expression WAYS OF WORKING WITH CELLS 8. Analyzing Cells, Molecules, and Systems 9. Visualizing Cells INTERNAL ORGANIZATION OF THE CELL 10. Membrane Structure 11. Membrane Transport of Small Molecules and the Electrical Properties of Membranes 12. Intracellular Compartments and Protein Sorting 13. Intracellular Membrane Traffic 14. Energy Conversion: Mitochondria and Chloroplasts 15. Cell Signaling 16. The Cytoskeleton 17. The Cell Cycle 18. Cell Death CELLS IN THEIR SOCIAL CONTEXT 19. Cell Junctions and the Extracellular Matrix 20. Cancer 21. Development of Multicellular Organisms 22. Stem Cells and Tissue Renewal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources None | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| The resourses required for this module will be perscribed during term and may change, depending on study focus. 1-2 books will also be outlined as core reading and information (as yet to be determined). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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