Course Title: Perform molecular biology tests and procedures
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C5363 Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology)
Course Title: Perform molecular biology tests and procedures
Portfolio: Vocational Education
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.Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BIOL5235C |
City Campus |
TAFE |
174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science |
Face-to-Face |
Term1 2017, Term1 2018, Term1 2019 |
Course Contact: Amber Mitton
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8053
Course Contact Email: amber.mitton@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
Pre-requisites:
MSL973007 Perform microscopic examination
MSL973004 Perform aseptic techniques
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
MSL975014 Perform molecular biology tests and procedures |
Elements: |
1 Interpret and schedule test requirements 2 Receive and handle samples 3 Prepare equipment and reagents 4 Extract, verify and manipulate biomolecules 5 Process data 6 Maintain a safe work environment 7 Report and communicate results |
Learning Outcomes
Overview of Assessment
Practical reports
written tests
assignment
research report & presentation
laboratory logbook