HMM202 - Molecular Diagnostics
Unit details
| Enrolment modes: | (G) |
|---|---|
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | Y Gibert (G) |
| Prerequisite: | HMM102 or HMM103 |
| Contact hours: | 3 x 1 hour lectures per week, 5 x 3 hour practical classes per trimester and online discussions |
Note:This unit commences in Trimester 2 2014. Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit will introduce students to the roles that genes and proteins play in normal cell function and dysfunction and their role in disease progression. The role of aberrations in these processes will be discussed, along with how they are detected and the clinical implications of these molecular signatures. The current and future benefits of this field will also be considered, with a focus on diagnostic, prognostic and therapeutic applications.
Assessment
Mid-trimester test (45 minutes) 20%, written assignment (1000 words) 25%, practical report (1000 words) 25%, examination (2 hours) 30%
Prescribed texts
Patrinos G P, Ansorge W J. 2010. Molecular Diagnostics (Second Edition). Elsevier Inc. (Online book)