84278 - Cellular Biology and Genetics Laboratory (G2)

Learning outcomes

Summarize the principles and applications of relevant cellular, molecular and genetic techniques.

Course contents

Students have the chance to experience research first hand alongside experts in their fields. They utilize the main tools and techniques in molecular and cell biology including DNA extraction, cloning and sequencing. They can access the main biological databases for human research, design an experiment and discuss key steps, benefits and pitfalls in order to improve critical thinking skills.

Readings/Bibliography

Schemes and articles will be provided during the course.

Teaching methods

- Lab activities

- Virtual experiences, video, teamwork

- Discussion of some topics.

Attendance Requirements

Attendance to this learning activity is mandatory; the minimum attendance requirement to be admitted to the final exam is 66% of lessons. For Integrated Courses (IC), the 66% attendance requirement refers to the total amount of I.C. lessons. Students who fail to meet the minimum attendance requirement will not be admitted to the final exam of the course and will have to attend relevant classes again during the next academic year. Professors may authorize excused absences upon receipt of proper justifying documentation, in case of illness or serious reasons. Excused absences do not count against a student’s attendance record to determine their minimum attendance requirement.

Assessment methods

Discussion at the end of each activity. Lab activities can be used by teachers to enhance intended learning outcomes of the integrated course.

Cellular Molecular Biology and Genetics (I.C.)

Cellular Biology and Genetics + lab: the final examination consists of an oral dissertation (two questions randomly selected) to assess achievement of the skills detailed in the learning outcomes. The student is asked to demonstrate skills in terms of synthesis, analysis and critical appraisal of the topics covered in the course.

Molecular Biology: discussion of issues and experimental findings presented throughout the course by the aid of computer assisted presentations.

The final mark will be determined as weighted average mark (weights are the relative course credits).

E.g.

Cellular Biology and Genetics + lab (7+1 credits): 27/30

Molecular Biology (2 credits): 30/30

Weighted average mark: (27*8)+(30*2) / 10 = 27.6

Final mark: 28/30

For more info: https://www.unibo.it/en/teaching/course-timetable-and-exams/about-exams

Teaching tools

Slides with images and schemes.

- Databases and tutorials available online and analysis softwares.

- Selection of scientific articles

Office hours

See the website of Maria Chiara Pelleri