Gwybodaeth Modiwlau

Module Identifier
BEM9605
Module Title
Genetics and Genomics in Agriculture 3 (Genome Editing and Genetic Modification)
Academic Year
2022/2023
Co-ordinator
Semester
Distance Learning
Other Staff

Course Delivery

 

Assessment

Assessment Type Assessment length / details Proportion

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students should be able to:

Differentiate between the key genetic technologies.

Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical and regulatory issues linked to the use of genetic technology.

Brief description

This course provides an introduction to genome editing and genetic modification technologies

Content

Through a series of online lectures, guided reading and quizzes, students will explore:
- Key genetic technologies.
- The ethical and regulatory issues linked to the use of genetic technology.

Module Skills

Skills Type Skills details
Creative Problem Solving The written assessment will pose questions that present theoretical problems for the students to solve.
Critical and analytical thinking Students will be expected to synthesise complex information
Digital capability Students will be required to examine and synthesize quantitative data from a range of publications and databases to develop answers for their written assessment

Notes

This module is at CQFW Level 7