BIO07022 2019 PROTEIN BIOTECHNOLOGY
This module aims to study the structure and function of proteins in greater depth than the basics covered in a Biochemistry module. Protein primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary structure will be examined using non traditional methods.. There is a heavy emphasis on using bioinformatics and data mining technologies to gain an understanding of protein design and genetic manipulation.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
List and explain the major bond types which accompany peptide and protein formation and understand what conditions need to be maintained to preserve their structure.
Illustrate and distinguish between the main secondary, tertiary and quaternary structures which are formed during protein synthesis and also the role and significance of post translational modifications.
Examine the key functions of proteins in cells and tissues and the characterize the role of proteins in human disease.
Demonstrate an ability to search and compare DNA and protein sequences and structures from sequencing databases using data mining techniques.
Demonstrate an ability to write industry standard reports with particular emphasis on effective referencing and prioritisiation/selection of relevant material.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
'This module will be delivered fulltime. This will include lectures and computer laboratory practicals augmented by independent learning and directed learning. This approach is expected to address student learning needs. Moodle will be used as a repository of educational resources and as a means of assessment (e.g. quizzes, uploading assignments and journals).
Module Assessment Strategies
This module is 100% Continuous Assessment. There will be 3 number of MCQs given during the semester every four weeks. A written summary of a chosen peer reviewed article on protein will be submitted at the end of the semester. A project on a specific recombinant protein is submitted at the end of the semester which demonstrates the student's ability to critically evaluate an aspect of recombinant protein design and production.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat Continuous Assessment and/or project resubmission.
Module Dependencies
Indicative Syllabus
Protein Structures
Protein bonding
Structural Domains
Protein adverse reactions
Post-translational modification
Protein Functions and protein as drugs
Proteins and Disease
Protein Modelling
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Theory quizzes. | Continuous Assessment | Multiple Choice | 45 % | Any | 1,2,3 |
2 | Group Project Group \Discussion of Protein Relevant Topics | Formative | Group Project | - % | Any | 1,2,3,4,5 |
3 | Literature Survey | Continuous Assessment | Written Report | 15 % | End of Semester | 4,5 |
4 | Individual Project Topical Individual Research | Project | Written Report | 40 % | End of Semester | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Lecture | Tiered Classroom | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Independent Learning | Not Specified | Self Study | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Module Resources
Introduction to protein science: Architecture, function and genomics. Arthur M.Lesk. Oxford University Press 1st ed. 2004
Protein Biochemistry and Proteomics, Hubert Rehm. Oxford University Press 2006
none
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
www.ebi.ac.uk
Moodle lecture series
The Theoretical and Computational Biophysics Group (TCBG), an NIH Resource for Macromolecular Modeling and Bioinformatics: http://www.ks.uiuc.edu/
Medline protein/peptide databases
None