Unit details
HMM202 - Molecular Diagnostics
| Offered at: | (G) |
|---|---|
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | Y Gibert |
| 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: 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)
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1260 | $1260 | $6291 | $7035 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
