MICR 462: Microbiology and Immunology Research
20 points - Full year
Course overview
MICR 462 is a full-year, 100% internally assessed paper, which relies heavily on the principles of self-directed learning. MICR 462 will complement the existing thesis papers (MICR 480 and MICR 495) and is designed to develop essential laboratory research skills. Topics covered include (1). laboratory health and safety, (2) laboratory calculations, (3) experimental design and statistical analysis, (3) microbial and mammalian cell culture, and (4) recombinant DNA work and quantitative PCR analysis.
Assessment
MICR 462 is 100% internally assessed. In 2013 there will be three assessment items:
- Core skills modules: 20%
- Research project-related essay (a critical review of the relevant literature): 40%
- Interpretive exam: 30%
- Laboratory notebook (pass/fail): 10%
Further course information
For further information on this paper, please contact Dr Keith Ireton (479-7396; keith.ireton@otago.ac.nz)
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