Plant genomics Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: 01-S2BTA14.2017

Module name: Plant genomics
Module code: 2BT_E_16
Programme code: 01-S2BTA14.2017
Semester:
  • summer semester 2018/2019
  • winter semester 2018/2019
  • summer semester 2017/2018
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 6
Description:
The module is aimed at broadening of students’ knowledge of plant genomics. It introduces information on the plant genomes structure, the analysis of its function and regulation of gene expression. Particular emphasis is placed upon the strategies of genome sequencing, methods of gene isolation, gene expression analysis and proteome analysis in plants, as well as the regulation of gene expression via epigenetics mechanisms. Students acquire the skills of DNA sequencing, epigenome analysis, and gene expression analysis. Laboratory practicals also improve students’ skills of data analysis and interpretation, both students’ proper results and published in scientific studies.
Prerequisites:
The knowledge and skills on basics of genetics, genetic analysis and molecular biology.
Key reading:
see: syllabus compulsory reading
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 acquire detailed knowledge on the structure and function of plant genomes and the way of its implementation in plant biotechnology. [2BT_E_16_01]
 2BT_E_W02 [5/5] 2BT_E_W07 [5/5]
Students understand the methods of experimental design in genomics. [2BT_E_16_02]
 2BT_E_W03 [5/5]
Students know basic and advanced techniques of genome, epigenome and transcriptome analysis. [2BT_E_16_03]
 2BT_E_W07 [5/5]
Students solve scientific problems using methods of gene sequence analysis and gene expression analysis. [2BT_E_16_04]
 2BT_E_U01 [5/5]
Students analyze and critically evaluate results of studies published in the area of plant genomics. [2BT_E_16_05]
 2BT_E_U06 [5/5] 2BT_E_U10 [5/5]
Students collect empirical data and draw conclusions from their own experiments and from literature data. [2BT_E_16_06]
 2BT_E_U09 [5/5] 2BT_E_U10 [5/5]
Students evaluate the potential threats related to experimental methods and comply with rules of safe and good laboratory practices. [2BT_E_16_07]
 2BT_E_K06 [5/5]
Students routinely use the resources of scientific information and employ the rules of critical deduction for problem solving. [2BT_E_16_08]
 2BT_E_K03 [5/5] 2BT_E_K05 [5/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Partial written tests [2BT_E_16_w01]
Partial written tests.
 2BT_E_16_01 2BT_E_16_02 2BT_E_16_03 2BT_E_16_04 2BT_E_16_08
Practical skills evaluation [2BT_E_16_w02]
Practical skills evaluated on every laboratory practical – evaluation of experiment conducting, the use of laboratory equipment, making observation and drawing conclusions.
 2BT_E_16_02 2BT_E_16_05 2BT_E_16_06 2BT_E_16_07 2BT_E_16_08
Final written exam [2BT_E_16_w03]
Positive mark of laboratory practicals is the prerequisite to join to the final exam. The exam encompasses tasks from lectures.
2BT_E_16_01 2BT_E_16_02 2BT_E_16_03 2BT_E_16_04
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 [2BT_E_16_fs01]
Lectures illustrated with results derived from own experiments and scientific literature with the application of PowerPoint presentations.
 15
Acquiring knowledge derived from lectures, books and supplementary literature.
 35 Final written exam [2BT_E_16_w03]
laboratory classes [2BT_E_16_fs02]
Student’s individual laboratory work coordinated by supervisor, coupled with results analysis Possibility of consultations: Discussion on issues suggested by student, suggestion of literature and internet resources
 45
Gathering knowledge and skills required for participation in lab classes . Acquaintance with issues discussed during classes and suggested literature
 55 Partial written tests [2BT_E_16_w01] Practical skills evaluation [2BT_E_16_w02]
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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