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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2019 - 2020
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Description The purpose of this module is to allow students to start to develop skills in the process of scientific investigation and development of creative and critical reasoning skills, to develop practical skills in the study of biology, and to develop basic skills in laboratory technique and in the recording and analysis of data. The practicals will also demonstrate the application of biological principles discussed in BE101 and BE102 and help the students to develop insights into the links between theory and practice. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Prepare simple specimens for microscopy 2. Set up and use a microscope to interpret microscopic structures 3. Use a variety of methods to separate and quantify biological molecules 4. Prepare different buffer solutions; define buffering capacity and pKa 5. Culture microorganisms and quantify their growth 6. Write up a biological laboratory report in a concise and effective manner | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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Learning Activities SEMESTER IPractical 1Cellular microscopyPractical 2Introduction to Spectroscopy and Spectroscopy analysis -- IPractical 3Introduction to Spectroscopy and Spectroscopy analysis -II / EnzymesPractical 4Analysis of Carbohydrates, lipids and proteinsPractical 5Preparation and use of buffer solutionsPractical 6TutorialPractical 12Laboratory examSEMESTER IIPractical 1Introduction to micro-organismsPractical 2Microbial stainingPractical 3Enumeration of microorganismsPractical 4The effects of physical agents and environmental conditions on microbial growthPractical 5Effects of disinfectants and antibiotics on microbial growth; microbial transfer by hand contact.Practical 6TutorialPractical 12Practical exam | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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