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MODULE SPECIFICATION TEMPLATE
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The title of the module
BI618 Topics in Forensic Biology
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The Department which will be responsible for management of the
module
Biosciences
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The Start Date of the Module
January 2007
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The number of students expected to take the module
25
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Modules to be withdrawn on the introduction of this proposed module
and consultation with other relevant Departments and Faculties
regarding the withdrawal
This is a revision of BI618 Topics in Forensic Biology
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The level of the module (eg Certificate [C], Intermediate [I], Honours
[H] or Postgraduate [M])
H
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The number of credits which the module represents
15
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pattern)
Which term(s) the module is to be taught in (or other teaching
Term 2
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Prerequisite and co-requisite modules
BI505 Infection and Immunity (prerequisite, compulsory)
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The programmes of study to which the module contributes
Forensic Biology
Forensic Biology with a Sandwich Year
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The intended subject specific learning outcomes and, as appropriate,
their relationship to programme learning outcomes
The module comprises several components covering key areas in
Forensic Biology. Topics are delivered by staff working in chosen
areas and reflect current research or applications in Forensic Biology.
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On successful completion of the module students will have achieved
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Epidemiology and Disease - A knowledge of microorganisms of
medical importance, how the spread of disease is monitored in
animal and human populations and the principles of prevention and
containment for various diseases; an understanding of the
pathogenic mechanisms of specific organisms and the importance of
vaccination and immunisation policies at local and national levels.
( Programme outcomes 5,7,11,24)
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Bioinformatics for Biologists – an understanding of the concepts of
bioinformatics; the uses of genomic information for addressing
questions of the variation between individuals in relation to disease;
an awareness of the diversity of information available and its
limitations. (Programme outcomes 5,15,17)
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Genetic Pathology – the ability to describe the genetic basis of
human disease and the modern techniques used for its study and
diagnosis and to give an account of the nature and diversity of
mutations found in the human genome and their role in disease
pathology; the ability to describe genome mapping and detail the
approaches taken to create genetic and physical maps of the
human genome; an understanding of the strategies used to clone
genes and how this aids the understanding of genetic pathology.
(Programme outcomes 2,3,5,7)
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The intended generic learning outcomes and, as appropriate, their
relationship to programme learning outcomes
The ability to retrieve, analyse and evaluate information from text
books, primary research papers and review articles and electronic
databases and maintain an effective information retrieval strategy
(Programme outcome 24)
The ability to respond to a variety of sources of information
( Programme outcome 28)
Problem solving by a variety of methods including the use of
computers (Programme outcome 30)
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Use the internet and other electronic sources critically as a means
of communication and a source of information ( Programme
outcome 31)
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A synopsis of the curriculum
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Epidemiology and Disease - the epidemiology and prevention of
Salmonella, Diphtheria, Influenza, Zoonotic diseases, Meningitis and
Dermatophyte infection; the epidemiology of Staphylococcus – old
pathogen or emerging problem?; methodology used in epidemiology.
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Bioinformatics for Biologists – The definition of an organism by
integrating genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics,
the use of standard databases, nucleic acid databases, protein
sequence and protein structure databases, case studies
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Genetic Pathology - Mendelian genetics. – practical aspects, molecular
analysis of genetic disorders genotype/phenotype correlations, chromosome
disorders, complex genetic inheritance, the Human Genome Project and its
impact on medicine, single cell analysis with specific reference to
preimplantation diagnosis and forensic science.
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Indicative Reading List
Epidemiology and Disease
Medical Microbiology (1998) Mims, Playfair, Roitt, Wakelin and
Williams
Principles of Bacteriology and Immunity, Topley and Wilson
Bioinformatics for Biologists
Introduction to Bioinformatics (2002) A.M. Lesk, Oxford
Genetic Pathology
Human Molecular Genetics, Strachan and Read
Medical Genetics, Sack
Principles of Medical Genetics, Gelherter and Collins
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Learning and Teaching Methods, including the nature and number of
contact hours and the total study hours which will be expected of
students, and how these relate to achievement of the intended learning
outcomes
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Contact Hours – 19 hours (lectures), 5 hours (workshops)
Self Study -
126 hours
( recommended reading 30 hours, preparation
for assessment 30 hours and preparation for examination 66 hours)
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Assessment methods and how these relate to testing achievement of
the intended learning outcomes
Coursework 30% - Each of the options has an assessment to test
achievement of the learning outcomes for that option. Students
complete a total of three assessments, each assessment is worth 10%
of the module mark.
Epidemiology and Disease -
essay based on the problems relating to
an infectious agent and the mechanism to control /eradicate the
disease from the patient. ( subject specific programme outcomes
5,7,11,24 generic programme outcomes 24,31)
Bioinformatics for Biologists –assessment of practical/generic skills in
Bioinformatics gained in computer sessions (subject specific outcomes
5,15,17, generic programme outcomes 24,30,31)
Genetic Pathology - mid course test ( subject specific programme
outcomes 2,3,5,7, generic programme outcomes 24,28)
Examination 70%
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Implications for learning resources, including staff, library, IT and space
No additional resources required
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A statement confirming that, as far as can be reasonably anticipated,
the curriculum, learning and teaching methods and forms of assessment
do not present any non-justifiable disadvantage to students with
disabilities
As far as can be reasonable anticipated, the curriculum learning and
teaching methods and forms of assessment do not present any nonjustifiable disadvantage to students with disabilities
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Statement by the Director of Learning and Teaching: "I confirm I have
been consulted on the above module proposal and have given advice on the
correct procedures and required content of module proposals"
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Director of Learning and Teaching
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Statement by the Head of Department: "I confirm that the Department has
approved the introduction of the module and will be responsible for its
resourcing"
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Head of Department
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