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Service Taught Unit
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Credit: 25
In this unit, students will explore the fundamental concepts of molecular and cell biology, including the central dogma, traditional Mendelian, and modern molecular genetics. Topics will include DNA structure and replication; regulation of gene transcription; protein synthesis and post-translational modification. Cell structure and function will also be explored. The laboratory component allows students to acquire skills to perform experiments in molecular and cell biology. This unit provides the background knowledge necessary for entry into second year units.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Unit NOT available | Face-to-face (on campus) only |
The tuition pattern provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. Precise information is included in the unit outline.
| Type | Duration |
| Lecture | 2 hours weekly |
| Practical | 3 hours weekly |
What are prerequisites?
Prerequisites are courses or units that must be completed or admitted into before enrolling in this unit.
| Code | Title |
| FBS1000S | Foundations of Biomedical Sciences |