Læringsutbytte

After completing the course, the students should have the following qualifications regarding knowledge, skills, and general competence:

• be in the forefront of knowledge in regard to applications of genetic engineering
• specialized insights in specific methods used in the field
• be able to evaluate ethical implications
• be able to carry out research in a manner that is required in a DNA lab. according to high international standards
• be able to apply techniques for extraction of DNA from various sources, saliva, blood, hair, tissue
• be able to optimize PCR reactions
• mastering primer design
• can handle complex research projects for detection of various genetic differences
• be able to identify new relevant ethical issues
• can communicate research according to international standards

Innhold

Key theme:

• extraction of DNA
• measurement of DNA concentration and purity
• PCR setup and optimization
• primer design
• detection of genetic variation using RFLP, microsatellites and AD-assay
• sequencing
• Real-time PCR
• Ethical issues

Arbeids- og læringsformer

Some of the topics will be covered in lectures. The students are also required to do independent studies of recent international articles in this field. The course is primarily a laboratory course and students must perform all the analysis.

Vurderingsformer

Laboratory reports (counts  40%) must be written individually and according to international standards. There is also a final written examination (3 hours) and counts for 60%.  To pass the course the laboratory rapports and the examination must get the grade B or better. 

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean.

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