Biotechnology in Animal Physiology
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS3058 | Biosciences | 3 | 10 | Autumn Malaysia |
- Code
- BIOS3058
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn Malaysia
Summary
This module gives an introduction into the Structure of the biotechnology industry. The content of the module reflects recent advances in biotechnology. A series of lectures is presented by the module convener and guest lecturer's to cover the following topics: use of recombinant DNA technology; concept of epigenetics in gene regulation and disease. Epigenetics in therpeutics and diagnostics of disease. Applications of genetic engineering to production of vaccines, antibodies, and enzymes; genetic improvement and assisted reproduction; use of embryo manipulation technologies and animal transgenesis; ethical regulatory framework for genetic modfication of animals.
Target Students
Year 3 Biosciences students
Classes
- One 3-hour seminar
- One 2-hour lecture each week for 10 weeks
Assessment
- 100% Exam 1 (2-hour): Examination (2 hours) (100%)
Educational Aims
The aim of this module is to provide an understanding of the structure of the biotechnology industry, of the techniques involved, and of the opportunities offered by biotechnology. Students will learn about genetic and epigenetic basis of gene regulation, and how this knowledge is used to develop treatments for disease. Students will also learn how assisted reproductive technologies are currently used for generating transgenic animals. Much of the module is run as lectures prepared by the students based on guidelines provided by the lecturer. The Student directed learning approach encourages student to take responsibility of the learning process.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
1. To describe about the current status of animal biotechnology and the applications.
2. To recognise which molecular tools can be used in animal biotechnological.
3. To identify the principal growth areas in animal biotechnology.
4. To assess the commercial opportunities and constraints involved in the exploitation of novel technologies.
5. To explain the ethical implications of genetic manipulation of animals.
Conveners
- Dr Ngai Siew Ching