Advanced Gene Technology

2018/2019

Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module

The module builds on knowledge obtained by the module Gene Technology on 5th semester of the Bachelor in Nanotechnology as well as knowledge in Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry.

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Must have knowledge about advanced gene expression systems
• Must have knowledge about high throughput screening methods
• Must have knowledge about advanced applications of gene technology in the areas of biotechnology, medicine, and nanotechnology

Skills

• Must be able to apply the knowledge to solve real world problems
• Must be able to understand the principles
• Must be able to engineer (theoretically) new DNA based nano-devices

Competences

• Must have a deeper understanding of the principles and tools
• Must know how to engineer nano-devices for applications in the area of medicine and biotechnology

Type of instruction

Lectures with problems.

Extent and expected workload

This is a 5 ECTS course module and the work load is expected to be 150 hours for the student.

Exam

Exams

Name of examAdvanced Gene Technology
Type of exam
Written or oral exam
ECTS5
Assessment7-point grading scale
Type of gradingInternal examination
Criteria of assessmentAs stated in the Joint Programme Regulations.

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Facts about the module

Danish titleAvanceret genteknologi
Module codeF-NB-K1-2
Module typeCourse
Duration1 semester
SemesterAutumn
ECTS5
Language of instructionEnglish
Empty-place SchemeYes
Location of the lectureCampus Aalborg
Responsible for the module

Organisation

Study BoardStudy Board of Mathematics, Physics and Nanotechnology
DepartmentDepartment of Mathematical Sciences
FacultyFaculty of Engineering and Science