Science, Engineering and Technology

KPA373

2012  KPA373  Cell Biology

Unit Level: Advanced

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KPA373 H Key Semester Dates Semester Campus Attendance Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 2 H On Campus 16-JUL-2012 10-AUG-2012 03-SEP-2012 20-OCT-2012 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

Examines a range of cell biological processes currently being researched in laboratories across the world. Topics include: the cytoskeleton, the eukaryote flagellum, cell motility, molecular motors, mitosis, cell division, cell cycle control, spatial organisation, plant cell development, organogenesis, plant tissue culture and gene transfer systems. This unit also covers the latest developments in biotechnology. Students will: (i) be provided with information concerning current approaches to these research areas; and (ii) gain practical experience with some current biotechnology techniques. This unit is designed to provide students with a general understanding of cell biology and will include discussions on future directions.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: 2-hr theory exam (60%), sem work (40%)

TEACHING PATTERN: 26 lectures (some of which will take the form of tutorials), 39 hrs practical work.

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web supported - H
Online access to some part of this unit online is optional
About Flexible Study Options

INTERNATIONALISATION
This unit includes specific international contexts/case studies.
This unit includes international cross-cultural issues/skills.

REQUISITE INFO

Prereq	( KPA214 and KPA215) or ( KPA161, KPZ164, CBA260 and CBA265); alternative prereqs may be accepted after consultation with the lecturer
M.Excl	KPA354, KPA355

TEXTS
Information about any textbook requirements for Semester (Sem 2) will be available from mid April 2012

STAFF: Assoc Prof A Koutoulis

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