ANIML SC 3043RW - Animal Biotechnology III
Roseworthy Campus - Summer - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ANIML SC 3043RW Course Animal Biotechnology III Coordinating Unit School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences Term Summer Level Undergraduate Location/s Roseworthy Campus Units 3 Contact Intensive Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Assumed Knowledge BIOLOGY 1101 & BIOLOGY 1202 & ANIML SC 2503RW Assessment Written assignment, practical report Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Karen Kind
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Describe the limitations and challenges facing the animal industries and disciplines 2 Describe the various biotechnologies available to the animal related fields 3 Explain how developments in biotechnology may have applications in those fields 4 Be aware of public and ethical concerns over the use of animal biotechnology 5 Locate and critically evaluate scientific literature and experimental studies relating to animal biotechnology and be able to effectively communicate the findings in oral and written form.
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2, 3, 4 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 1, 2, 5 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 2, 3 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 5 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 3 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1, 2, 3 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 1, 2, 3, 4 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 3, 4 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
There is no required text book for this course but a list of recommended resources is provided at the beginning of semester. Students will require access to the University systems (MyUni, etc) and the Roseworthy Library. Access to practical and animal holding facilities on the Roseworthy Campus and other facilities.Online Learning
MyUni: Teaching materials and course documentation will be posted on the MyUni website (http://myuni.adelaide.edu.au/). -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Face to face contact: an average day will consist of 7 hours of contact in a combination of lectures, tutorials, practicals and field trips
Outside of face-to-face contact: students are expected to be prepared for classes so that they are able to participate fullyWorkload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
A student enrolled in this course will be expected to attend each scheduled day of activities (approx 7-8 hrs per day) for the formal contact time required for the course (eg, lectures, tutorials and practicals). In addition, students will have to undertake non-contact time (eg, reading and revision) for preparation of the assignments and preparation and revision for the exam.Learning Activities Summary
The course content will include the following:
Lecture topics
- Animal transgenesis
- Xenotransplantation and application of cloning
- Stem cell therapies
- Use of cell culture
- Protein diagnostics
- Animal health & vaccine technology
- Designer probiotics and bioactives
- Applications of DNA plasmid technology
- Gene identification
- DNA diagnostics
- Bioinformatics
- Rumen microbial manipulation
- Food safety
- Challenges facing the beef/pork/aquaculture/poultry/racing industries, challenges facing wildlife management and conservation.
- Cell culture
- DNA diagnostics and bioinformatics
- Protein diagnostics
- Oocyte microinjection
- Opportunities to use biotechnology to address challenges facing the animal industries.
Specific Course Requirements
Practical classes within laboratories require a minimum of sneakers and the wearing of a laboratory gown (that will be supplied). You will also need to display your student ID in the holder provided. Students must wear any required safety or protective clothing as directed.
Field trips require a minimum of sneakers and appropriate clothes.
Attendance at practicals and tutorials is compulsory.
Ethical objection to animal dissection and experimentation will be taken seriously. Such concerns will be solicited during the first week of class. Students who do not wish to be involved in animal dissection or experimentation will not be disadvantaged or discriminated against in any way. Alternative modes of learning will be supplied to these students. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment task Type of assessment
Percentage of total
assessment
for grading purposesHurdle Outcomes
being
assessed / achievedParticipation 10% No 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Debate Summative 5% Yes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Practical reports Summative 25% 1, 2, 3, 5 Written assignment Summative 20% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Final Exam Summative 40% Yes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Assessment Related Requirements
HURDLE: To pass this course, students must:
1. Attain a minimum of 40% on the final exam
2. Attain a cumulative minimum of 40% in the remaining on-course assessment items (written assignment, practical reports, debate). Students who do not attain this minimum will be provided with an additional piece of assessment related to an aspect of the debate / report / assignment.Assessment Detail
HURDLE: To pass this course, students must:
1. Attain a minimum of 40% on the final exam
2. Attain a cumulative minimum of 40% in the remaining on-course assessment items (written assignment, practical reports, debate). Students who do not attain this minimum will be provided with an additional piece of assessment related to an aspect of the debate / report / assignment.
Participation (10% of total grade)
An attendance role will be kept each day and students will receive a participation mark based upon interaction during lectures, tutorials, practicals and discussions; and submission of suggested exam questions each day of the course.
Debate (5% of total grade)
Pairs of students will be assigned a debating topic. Each pair will debate their case for 10 min, with a further 10 min for the rebuttal argument and then general discussion of the topic. Debate notes must be submitted after the debate. Marks will be allocated based on contribution to the debate and general discussion throughout the debate.
Practical reports (25% of the total grade)
Students will submit three practical reports. Practical assignments involve either answering written questions, based on a specific practical activity (2 x 7.5%), or a write-up of the results of a practical activity in the format of a scientific journal article (10%). Each report is due at the end of the appropriate week of the course.
Written assignment (20% of the total grade)
Students select a topic based on lectures and discussions throughout the course, and submit a minimum of 2000 word written assignment.
Final Exam (40% of the total grade)
Students will sit a 3 hr final exam that will cover theoretical and practical topics from the course. Participation in the course includes submission of suggested exam questions each day of the course. Some exam questions are then based on student suggestions. Questions will be a variety of short and long answer. Students can take 1 A4 page of handwritten notes into the exam. The exam occurs on the last day of the course.
Submission
A hard copy of all assignments should be submitted into the course collection box at the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences Reception desk, Williams Building, Roseworthy Campus, on or before the due date. An electronic copy of the written assignment and written practical reports must also be submitted through MyUni. Assignments must be submitted by 5 pm on the due date. Late assignments will not be accepted (without an approved application for extension). All submissions should have a signed cover sheet attached.
Marked reports will be returned as soon as possible after the due date. Feedback on assignments will be via annotations on reports. Should students wish to have verbal feedback on assignments an appointment should be made with the course coordinator.
Late submission of assessments
If an extension is not applied for, or not granted then a penalty for late submission will apply. A penalty of zero will be allocated to late submitted assessment.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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