Plant Cytogenetics Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: 01-S1BT12.2015

Module name: Plant Cytogenetics
Module code: 1BT_33
Programme code: 01-S1BT12.2015
Semester:
  • summer semester 2017/2018
  • winter semester 2017/2018
  • summer semester 2016/2017
  • winter semester 2016/2017
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Description:
In this module students become acquainted with knowledge in the area of the plant cytogenetics: structure and function of plant cell nuclei, mitotic chromosome structure, types of chromosomes, techniques of chromosome staining. Students possess skills to interpret and discuss issues connected with genome size evolution and karyotype evolution. Students become familiar with the basic cytogenetic methods: chromosome spread preparation, chromosome staining methods (e.g. Feulgen reaction, selected chromosome banding methods), karyogram and ideogram preparation, genome size estimation. During laboratory lessons students develop the skills in interpreting and discussing results of published cytogenetic experiments in field of genome evolution. Students become acquainted with application of cytogenetic methods in biotechnological applications. Module available at the semester 5 and 6.
Prerequisites:
Knowledge from the field of basic 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]
Students can apply the basic cytogenetic techniques to analyze chromosome structure and chromosomes rearrangements in plant. [1BT_33_01]
 1BT_W05 [4/5]
Students are familiar with the basic terminology used in scientific publications in area of plant cytogenetics. [1BT_33_02]
 1BT_W07 [5/5] 1BT_U12 [4/5]
Students understand the theoretical bases of the most important cytogenetic techniques. [1BT_33_03]
 1BT_W14 [5/5]
Student is familiar with the basic techniques of chromosome preparations and staining and can used them to answer simply cytogenetic questions [1BT_33_04]
 1BT_U01 [5/5]
Students possess skills to plan, conduct and interpret simply cytogenetic experiment based on the scientific knowledge [1BT_33_05]
 1BT_U03 [5/5] 1BT_U06 [5/5]
Students take the responsibility for their work and the laboratory equipment they use. [1BT_33_06]
 1BT_K03 [5/5]
Students realize the necessity of continued development of their knowledge and thoughtful approach to the available sources of information. [1BT_33_07]
 1BT_K04 [5/5] 1BT_K06 [5/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Written test [1BT_33_w01]
Written tests in order to evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired during lectures and laboratory lessons.
 1BT_33_01 1BT_33_02 1BT_33_03 1BT_33_07
Practical skills evaluation [1BT_33_w02]
Practical skills are examined during each laboratory class – the evaluation of efficiency in laboratory work, evaluation of the chromosome spreads and staining, ability to interpret results.
 1BT_33_01 1BT_33_04 1BT_33_05 1BT_33_06
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_33_fs01]
Lecture presenting the selected topics of the plant cytogenetics – computer presentations with audio-visual aids.
 15
Working with textbooks, reading of the supplementary scientific publications.
 30 Written test [1BT_33_w01]
laboratory classes [1BT_33_fs02]
Individual work in the molecular cytogenetic laboratory, realization of the experiments according to the instructions, interpretation of the results.
 45
Preparation to laboratory tasks on the basis of the recommended literature sources (including publication in English).
30 Written test [1BT_33_w01] Practical skills evaluation [1BT_33_w02]
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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