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

Module name: Plant cytogenetics
Module code: 1BT_33A
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2021
Semester:
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Description:
The subject provides basic knowledge in the field of cytogenetics. Student is acquainte with issues related to the organization and evolution of genome size and structure of the karyotype. Particular emphasis is placed on understanding the structure and evolution of chromosomes as well as on the methods of chromosome analyses. During the course, student learns about the practical use of cytogenetic research in experimental biology and biotechnology. Student also has oportunity to learn how to interpret the results of reports on genome evolution. The aim of the course is to acquainte student with: (1) basic knowledge of methods used in cytogenetics, such as preparation of cytogenetic slides, performing selected differentiating and non-differentiating staining, as well as preparing karyograms and idiograms; (2) knowledge about the genome size and endopolyploidyzation during plant development, structure and types of chromosomes and their behavior during cell division (e.g. reverse meiosis, nondysjunction); mechanisms responsible for karyotype evolution. Student gets the (3) the ability to plan and conduct simple experiments, observations and analyzes, as well as draw conclusions and prepare scientific documentation, (4) competences to creatively discuss topics related to genome evolution and the aplicance of cytogenetic techniques in agriculture (e.g., addition lines, translocation, etc., interspecies hybrids).
Prerequisites:
Basic knowledge from genetics and cell 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]
Student can explain the basic cytogenetic terminology used in scientific publications. [1BT_33_01]
 1BT_W09_P [4/5] 1BT_U01_P [4/5]
Student has knowledge about the chromosome structure and evolution [1BT_33_02]
 1BT_W03_P [4/5]
Student is able to implement basic cytogenetic techniques for chromosome structure analyses [1BT_33_03]
 1BT_W03_P [4/5] 1BT_W04_P [4/5]
Student can explain the theoretical basis of selected cytogenetic methods [1BT_33_04]
 1BT_U01_P [5/5]
Student can prepare chromosome preparation and perform basic cytogenetic staining techniques to solve cytogenetic research hypothesis [1BT_33_05]
 1BT_U02_P [5/5] 1BT_U03_P [5/5]
Student is responsible for his own work in laboratory and for microscopic and laboratory equipment which he/she use. [1BT_33_06]
 1BT_K04_P [5/5]
Student is aware that he/she has to constantly improve his/her knowledge and critical approach to available sources of information [1BT_33_07]
 1BT_K01_P [5/5] 1BT_K03_P [5/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Coursework [1BT_33_w01]
according to the Syllabus
 1BT_33_01 1BT_33_02 1BT_33_03 1BT_33_04 1BT_33_05 1BT_33_06 1BT_33_07
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
laboratory classes [1BT_33_fs_1]
-work in the laboratory (performing experiments based on instructions); -analysis of the obtained results
 45
Preparation for laboratory tasks on the basis of the literature recommended by the teacher
 25 Coursework [1BT_33_w01]
discussion classes [1BT_33_fs_2]
-discussion based on literature data and observations made during laboratory classes
 15
Work with the textbook and publication recommended by the teacher
 15 Coursework [1BT_33_w01]
Attachments
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Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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