Mutagenesis Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2021

Module name: Mutagenesis
Module code: 1BT_31A
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2021
Semester:
  • summer semester 2024/2025
  • summer semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Description:
The module provides basic knowledge of chemical and physical mutagens action in plant organisms. Describes the molecular mechanisms of DNA damage and their repair. Shows types of mutations caused by the action of individual mutagens and methods of their generation. It provides the student with knowledge on the applications of mutagenesis in basic research, biotechnology and practical plant breeding. The module introduces the student to methods for assessing the effect of mutagens on the structure of DNA and chromosomes. The student acquires the ability to use genetics, classical cytogenetics and molecular biology methods to determine the action of mutagens and the practical use of different tests in research in the field of plant mutagenesis.
Prerequisites:
Knowledge of basic issues in the field of genetics, molecular genetics and cytogenetics. Ability to work independently with a microscope
Key reading:
according to the Syllabus
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Presents the molecular mechanisms of physical and chemical mutagens and the generation of DNA damage with their use [1BT_31 _1]
 1BT_W02_P [5/5] 1BT_W08_P [5/5]
Defines types of mutations induced by the action of physical and chemical mutagens and explains the theoretical basis of known methods for assessing the effect of mutagens on the plant genome [1BT_31 _2]
 1BT_W02_P [5/5] 1BT_W08_P [5/5]
Characterizes the molecular mechanisms of DNA damage repair [1BT_31 _3]
 1BT_W08_P [5/5]
Understands and describes the use of mutagenesis in basic research, biotechnology and plant breeding. Student knows economically important mutants and the molecular basis of their phenotype [1BT_31 _4]
 1BT_W04_P [5/5] 1BT_W05_P [5/5] 1BT_W08_P [5/5]
Based on the experiment describes the somatic and genetic effects of mutagens and performs mutations identification in a chosen gene [1BT_31 _5]
 1BT_W08_P [5/5]
Plans and performs analyzes using chromosomal aberration tests and other molecular tests, detecting DNA damage at the cytological level, interprets the results of its research with using available literature data [1BT_31 _6]
 1BT_U01_P [5/5] 1BT_U02_P [5/5] 1BT_U03_P [5/5]
Demonstrates responsibility for own and team work; takes care of the microscopic and laboratory equipment with which he works; observes the safety rules of work in a specialized laboratory [1BT_31 _7]
 1BT_K02_P [5/5]
Is aware of the need to constantly increase of knowledge and critical approach to available sources of information [1BT_31 _8]
 1BT_K01_P [5/5] 1BT_K04_P [5/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Coursework [1BT_31 _w_1]
according to the Syllabus
 1BT_31 _1 1BT_31 _2 1BT_31 _3 1BT_31 _4 1BT_31 _5 1BT_31 _6 1BT_31 _7 1BT_31 _8
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [1BT_31 _fs_1]
The lecture illustrated with examples from own research and the latest literature, using audiovisual means computer presentations in the Power Point program illustrating the discussed processes
 15
Acquiring knowledge of lectures; work with the textbook and the scientific literature
 15 Coursework [1BT_31 _w_1]
laboratory classes [1BT_31 _fs_2]
Work under the supervision of the lecturer. Possibility of consultations. Discussion of issues proposed by the student
 45
Preparation for laboratory classes - learning the issues discussed during the classes and the literature recommended by the teacher
 25 Coursework [1BT_31 _w_1]
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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