Module Details

Module Code: BIOT8017
Title: Genomics & Bioinformatics
Long Title: Genomics & Bioinformatics
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2020/21 ( September 2020 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4218 - Biotechnology
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides an introduction to genomics and bioinformatics – specifically the development of next generation sequencing technologies and the use of computational models and databases to manage the vast amounts of sequence data generated by modern genomics and metagenomics projects.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Critically evaluate the technologies and techniques used in Next Generation DNA sequencing
LO2 Describe gene mining in the context of large scale DNA sequencing from a number of different environments.
LO3 Utilise bioinformatic tools and online resources available for sequence analysis
LO4 Obtain information from a range of database sources and apply strategies for the analysis and management of sequence data.
LO5 Compare the strengths and weaknesses of the tools available for genome analysis.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

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Indicative Content
Genomics and Metagenomics
A comprehensive overview of large scale DNA sequencing strategies; from the human genome project to environmental metagenomics.
Next Generation Sequencing Technologies
The development and application of Next Generation sequencing technologies; including Illumina, Ion Torrent, PacBio, Nanopore and MinIon, among others.
Introduction to Bioinformatics
An introduction to bioinformatics and the use of online resources in modern molecular biology.
DNA and Protein Sequence Databases
A comprehensive overview of the main sequences databases and the information retrieval systems which provide access to these databases.
Nucleic Acid Sequence Analysis
A detailed overview of the online tools available for genome sequence analysis.
Sequence Alignments and Database Searches
An overview of local and global alignment algorithms for sequence comparisons.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination70.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Case study in Genomics
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 70
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,4,5
Assessment Description
Theory based written exam
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class based instruction Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent Study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Arthur Lesk. (2017), Introduction to Genomics, 3rd. 13, Oxford University Press, p.544, [ISBN: 9780198754831].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Arthur Lesk. (2013), Introduction to Bioinformatics, 4th. 9, Oxford University Press, p.400, [ISBN: 9780199651566].
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_SAGBI_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Agri-Biosciences 7 Mandatory