| Module Title |
Literature Review & Experimental Design |
| Module Code |
BIO1017 (ITS: BE487) |
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Faculty |
Biotechnology |
School |
Science & Health |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
7.5 |
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Description
To enable students to undertake a review of topics in the fields of genetics, cell biology, biochemistry, metabolism, immunology, biopharmaceuticals and bioinformatics. To develop skills in communication, writing and research design.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Discuss literature in a genetics and cell biology topic
2. Compare and contrast different lines of research
3. Create new perspectives on current research progress
4. Develop a plan for research relevant to the topic
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Assessment Feedback | 6.5 | Discussion and feedback from supervisor | | Independent Study | 181 | No Description |
| Total Workload: 187.5 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 10160 | Part of Term | Semester 1 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Linda Holland | Module Teacher | Anne Parle-Mcdermott, Denise Harold, Konstantinos Gkrintzalis, Michael Freeley, Naomi Walsh, Paul Cahill, Philip Cummins |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Assignment | n/a | 100% | n/a |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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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
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
None
Articles:
None |
Other Resources
None |
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