Plant cytogenetics Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023

Module name: Plant cytogenetics
Module code: 1BT_23_14
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The subject provides basic knowledge in the field of cytogenetics. Students are acquainted with topics related to the organization and evolution of genomes and karyotypes. Particular attention is paid to the structure and evolution of chromosomes and the methods of chromosome analyses. During the course, the student is aquatinted with the practical use of cytogenetic methods in experimental biology and biotechnology. The student also has the opportunity to learn how to interpret the results of the newest publication on genome evolution. The aim of the course is to acquaint students with (1) basic knowledge of methods used in cytogenetics, such as preparation of cytogenetic slides, performing basic chromosome staining and banding methods, as well as preparing karyograms and idiograms; (2) knowledge about the genome size and endopolyploidyzation during plant development, structure and (3) types of chromosomes and their behaviour during cell division (e.g. reverse meiosis, nondisjunction); (4) mechanisms responsible for karyotype evolution. Student gets the ability to plan and conduct simple experiments, observations and analyses, as well as draw conclusions and prepare scientific documentation. Students will be able to discuss scientific topics related to genome evolution and the application of cytogenetic techniques in agriculture (e.g., addition lines, translocation, etc., interspecies hybrids).
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
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]
Students are familiar with the basic terminology used in publications in plant cytogenetics. [01]
 1BT_W03 [4/5] 1BT_W05 [5/5]
Students have knowledge of the structure and evolution of chromosomes [02]
 1BT_W02 [3/5] 1BT_W04 [4/5] 1BT_W05 [4/5]
Students know and are able to apply basic cytogenetic techniques to analyse the structure of chromosomes and detect chromosome rearrangements [03]
 1BT_W06 [4/5] 1BT_W09 [5/5] 1BT_U03 [4/5] 1BT_U05 [3/5]
Students understand the theoretical bases of the most important cytogenetic techniques. [04]
 1BT_W06 [5/5] 1BT_W09 [5/5] 1BT_U02 [3/5] 1BT_U07 [3/5]
Students can apply basic techniques of chromosome preparation and staining to solve cytogenetic research problems. [05]
 1BT_W09 [5/5] 1BT_U02 [2/5] 1BT_U03 [3/5] 1BT_U04 [5/5] 1BT_U05 [4/5]
Students can plan and conduct simply cytogenetic experiment as well as interpret and discus their results based on the scientific knowledge [06]
 1BT_W09 [5/5] 1BT_U02 [3/5] 1BT_U03 [3/5] 1BT_U04 [5/5]
Students demonstrate responsibility for their work and the laboratory equipment they work with. [07]
 1BT_W13 [5/5] 1BT_U09 [5/5]
Students are aware of the necessity of continued development of their knowledge and thoughtful approach to the available sources of information. [08]
 1BT_K02 [3/5] 1BT_K03 [4/5] 1BT_K05 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [w01] 7 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07]  		course work 01 02 04 08
discussion classes [w02] 8 Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating method – seminar / proseminar [b05] 
Video show [c02] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work 01 02 04 08
laboratory classes [W03] 35 Description [a03] 
Activating method – peer learning [b08] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Self-education [f01]  		course work 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Review of internship documentation [d03] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
an analysis of the portfolio of documentation obtained during internship, including professional internship, and other practical classes and studio sessions, as well as the documentation developed in order to obtain credit for such classes; verification of the description, necessary attachments, opinions and grades before submitting the portfolio for acceptance
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