Module Details

Module Code: BIOT9012
Title: Omics Technologies
Long Title: Omics Technologies
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2021/22 ( September 2021 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4218 - Biotechnology
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: A comprehensive overview of 'omics' technologies, specifically: Genomics/Metagenomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics, Transcriptomics, & Metabolomics.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Critically analyze analyze the contribution of 'omics' technologies to modern molecular biology.
LO2 Critically assess the impact of Next Generation Sequencing on the field of Genomics
LO3 Interpret how gene array and RNA Seq technologies can be used to identify when and to what extent gene expression is altered.
LO4 Critically assess the techniques used to identify and analyze proteins.
LO5 Critically appraise how metabolic profiling can lead to a greater understanding of physiological processes.
LO6 Demonstrate the ability to write a professional scientific report and communicate the content through an oral presentation.
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Module Recommendations

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Requirements

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Indicative Content
'Omics' Technologies Overview
An introduction to 'omics' technologies and their role in integrating information to give a systems view of biological processes.
Genomics and Metagenomics
A comprehensive overview of large scale DNA sequencing strategies; from the human genome project to large scale metagenomics projects, with a specific focus on Next Generation Sequencing technologies.
Transcriptomics
A detailed analysis of the complete set of RNA transcripts produced by the genome at a particular time, or in response to external stimuli. This will involve a detailed overview of current microarray and RNA Seq technologies.
Proteomics
Analyses of the entire protein complement of an organism. Techniques covered will include Western blots, 2D-SDS PAGE, LC, MS, ICAT, and protein arrays.
Metabolomics
A systematic study of how metabolic profiling can give an instantaneous snapshot of the physiology of an organism. This will involve a detailed overview of metabolic profiling and analytical techniques in the context of the Human Microbiome Project.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 70
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
A written report on specific 'omics' technologies, their application and impact.
This report will be based on the scientific literature and written in manuscript format.
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
An oral presentation based on the written report.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

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 Online Lectures Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review of lecture material and recommended reading Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Online Lectures Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review of lecture material and recommended reading Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Preeti Arivaradarajan & Gauri Misra. (2018), Omics Approaches, Technologies And Applications, 1st. Springer.
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Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_SCOBI_9 Master of Science in Computational Biology 1 Mandatory
CR_SCPBI_9 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Computational Biology 1 Mandatory