Course Title: Perform molecular biology tests/procedures
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C5183 Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology)
Course Title: Perform molecular biology tests/procedures
Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 150
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
ONPS5212C |
City Campus |
TAFE |
155T Vocational Health and Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Term1 2009, Term1 2010, Term1 2011 |
Course Contact: Dinah van Ruyven
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4287
Course Contact Email: dinah.vanruyven@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to isolate, purify, verify and manipulate biomolecules and their products. This work requires close attention to working with small volumes, multiple-step procedures and prevention of contamination. Personnel are required to apply a wide range of molecular biology tests and procedures.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
PMLTEST407A - Perform biological procedures.
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
PMLTEST518A Perform molecular biology tests/procedures |
Elements: |
Extract, verify and manipulate biomolecules Interpret and schedule test requirements Maintain a safe work environment Prepare equipment and reagents Process data Receive and handle samples Report and communicate results |
Learning Outcomes
Overview of Assessment
Assessments for this course typically consist of:
• Class activities
• Assignments
• Presentations
• Exam