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GEN2052 · Monash University

Genomics and population genetics

Credit points
6
Level
2
Workload
—
Faculty
Science

What it covers

The structure, function, variation and evolution of DNA and of genomes are examined at both the individual and population levels in a range of organisms, including humans. Topics include: genome structure and approaches to genome analysis; basic principles and practical use of bioinformatics methods for genome projects; functional and comparative genomics; evolution of gene families and movement of genes from organelle to nuclear genomes; genome variation between individuals and species and its applications in genetics; processes that change the genetic constitution of populations and species during evolution.

Assessment

TaskTypeWeight
TestsQuiz / Test40%
Laboratory reportsDemonstration20%
PortfolioPortfolio35%
Problem solving activitiesExercise5%

When and where

Teaching periodCampusMode
Second semesterMalaysiaOn-campus
ClaytonOn-campus