bio1gen gen, hum biol
GENETICS, HUMAN BIOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
BIO1GEN
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This is an introduction to general genetics and human biology suitable for students intending to pursue further studies in these areas or as a one-semester terminal subject. Included is the history and importance of genetics in understanding human nature and in improving quality of life. Topics include the nature and functioning of the genetic message, the mechanics of inheritance, developmental and quantitative genetics, genes in populations, conservation and ecological genetics, human behavioural genetics and the significance of human genetic variation, genetics in larger evolutionary patterns, the origin of life, speciation, macro-evolution and the origins of modern humans.
SchoolSchool of Molecular Sciences/LIMS
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJodie Young
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | FSTE First Year Survival Guide (third edition) | Prescribed | Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering | LA TROBE UNIVERSITY 2013 |
| Readings | Genetics, Human Biology and Evolution | Prescribed | Klug | PEARSON |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Recognize and describe the stages of meiosis and mitosis in relation to chromosome movements during reproduction.
- Activities:
- Practical test(s) - short answer questions, Final exam (MCQ's) Practical quizzes, written assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
02. Recognize and describe DNA structure, DNA replication and the molecular basis of gene action and how these underpin the mechanism of inheritance.
- Activities:
- Practical test(s) - short answer questions, Final exam (MCQ's) Practical quizzes
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
03. Create a genetic hypothesis and/or test it using chi-square analysis.
- Activities:
- Scientific report(s), practical test(s) - short answer questions, final exam (MCQs) prac quizzes
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
04. Present results from a genetic inheritance experiment and interpret data and discuss results to produce a scientific report following guidelines given.
- Activities:
- Scientific report(s)
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
05. Recognize and describe the principles of population genetics and their relationship to natural selection.
- Activities:
- Final exam (MCQs), practical test(s) - short answer questions Melb: Scientific report AW: Practical quizzes
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
06. Manipulate laboratory equipment such as: microscopes to observe and record genetic observations, micropippetors to record appropriate volumes per micropippette.
- Activities:
- Practical test(s) - short answer questions Practical quizzes
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
07. Recognise and/or use the explanations and interpretations that underpin the concepts of classical and Mendelian genetics, evolutionary genetics & molecular genetics.
- Activities:
- Final exam (MCQs), practical test(s) - short answer questions, scientific report(s) Practical quizzes
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
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Singapore, 2015, Week 37-41, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJodie Young
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 37 - 41
One 36.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 41 and delivered via face-to-face.
"36-hours of Blended Lectures or Interactive Online Activities per teaching period delivered via face-to-face or online."
PracticalWeek: 37 - 41
One 15.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 41 and delivered via face-to-face.
"15-hours of Lab-Based Practical Class per teaching period delivered face-to-face or as directed online learning."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2-hour end of semester examination (MCQ) | 45 | 01, 02, 03, 05, 07 | |
| Two scientific reports (500-600-words each) | 20 | 03, 04, 05 | |
| One 50 minute mid semester examination (MCQ) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 05, 06, 07 | |
| Pre-practical online quizzes | 5 | 01, 02, 03, 05, 06, 07 | |
| Practical quizzies | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 06, 07 |
Singapore, 2015, Week 37-41, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJodie Young
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 37 - 41
One 36.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays at night from week 37 to week 41 and delivered via face-to-face.
"36-hours of Blended Lectures or Interactive Online Activities per teaching period delivered via face-to-face or online."
PracticalWeek: 37 - 41
One 15.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays at night from week 37 to week 41 and delivered via face-to-face.
"15-hours of Lab-Based Practical Class per teaching period delivered face-to-face or as directed online learning."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2-hour end of semester examination (MCQ) | 45 | 01, 02, 03, 05, 07 | |
| Two scientific reports (500-600-words each) | 20 | 03, 04, 05 | |
| One 50 minute mid semester examination (MCQ) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 05, 06, 07 | |
| Pre-practical online quizzes | 5 | 01, 02, 03, 05, 06, 07 | |
| Practical quizzies | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 06, 07 |