BIOS 3033 Applied Bioinformatics
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 301406
Coordinator Thomas Jeffries Opens in new window
Description The ability to perform computational experiments and analyse data is a key component for a successful career in the biological sciences. This subject focuses on how biology has been enhanced through advances in technology, genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics in the development of cell phenotype. Using model systems, this subject shows how research biologists use computational cell biology to form hypotheses, mine data, analyse experiments, and synthesise information. Students will apply bioinformatics and engage with next-generation DNA sequencing data. Students will apply web-based bioinformatics toolkits to construct and compare model genomes, transcriptome, proteome and metabolome information to profile cell genotype and phenotype. Students will undertake a project that interprets and communicates research findings in the context of real world applications, legal and ethical frameworks.
School Science
Discipline Biological Sciences
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject
Restrictions
Successful completion of 120 credit points
Assumed Knowledge
A basic understanding of microbial, animal and plant cell core concepts is desirable.
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
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Quiz | 2x 60 minutes | 30 | N | Individual |
Portfolio | 1000 words or equivalent / 3-7 min Podcast submission | 35 | N | Individual |
Viva Voce | 10 minutes including Q&A | 35 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods