Module Information
Module Identifier
BEM9805
Module Title
Genetics and Genomics in Agriculture 4 (DNA Sequencing)
Academic Year
2025/2026
Co-ordinator
Semester
Distance Learning
Other Staff
Course Delivery
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Online Quiz Pass Mark 70% | 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Online Quiz Pass Mark 70% | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Demonstrate a detailed understanding of the role DNA sequencing plays in agriculture.
Evaluate the scientific and practical issues in the application of sequencing to animal and plant improvement
Brief description
This course will provide an introduction to the use of DNA sequencing for crop and livestock improvement
Content
Through a series of online lectures, guided reading and quizzes, students will explore:
- The role of DNA sequencing in agriculture
- The scientific and practical issues in the application of sequencing to animal and plant improvement
- The role of DNA sequencing in agriculture
- The scientific and practical issues in the application of sequencing to animal and plant improvement
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Creative Problem Solving | The MCQ exam 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 MCQ exam |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 7