This module aims to develop in students the ability to: 1) introduce the concepts and principles of molecular biology techniques used to manipulate and analyse genes, and understand key implications of proteomics, Genomics and related aspects. 2) provide practical experience in many of the key techniques currently used in molecular biology. 3) develop knowledge and understanding in molecular biology, and ability to apply, evaluate and interpret this knowledge to solve problems.
A. acquire knowledge of the concepts and principles of the basic technologies used in molecular biology. B. acquire practical experience in the techniques used to manipulate and analyse genes. C. understand how molecular biology technologies can be applied to understand many problems in pharmaceutical science.
The contents of the lecture component of the module will be delivered using standard lecture formats, and will be accompanied by suitable lecture hand-outs (also available online). Students will also be guided to sections of specific textbooks, reviews or source literature. The practical component will be conducted in the Teaching Laboratories in Academy of Pharmacy. Each practical will be preceded by a review session to remind students of the underlying concepts and anticipated learning outcomes. The session will also highlight critical parts of the practical where particular care is needed, both from a safety viewpoint and also to facilitate successful completion. In the laboratory session, students will work individually or within small groups and receive help in the planning, execution and interpretation of the experiments from academic staff and demonstrators. Course manuals will provide theoretical background, detailed protocols & procedures and, where appropriate, example of worked data.