DEV3011 · Experimental developmental biology and disease modelling

Overview

This unit introduces you to the concepts and experimental systems in developmental biology. How gene expression is regulated during development and thereby leads to the development of differentiated cells and tissues is considered. Communication between cells during development is described, as well as the key concepts of induction and competence. You will learn about the major early developmental processes and principle experimental strategies for studying development. Finally, in laboratory classes you will be introduced to some of the major methods used in developmental biology.

Areas of study: Developmental biology

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Describe the molecular and cellular mechanisms that regulate animal development;
2. Outline the strategies used to study mechanisms of development;
3. Compare and contrast different developmental model systems;
4. Demonstrate practical laboratory skills integral to the study of developmental biology including obtaining, documenting and interpreting data;
5. Discuss and critically analyse developmental biology research papers;
6. Collaborate effectively as a pair or in a group to complete academic tasks;
7. Demonstrate effective oral, visual and written communication.

Workload

• Up to 6 hours of directed learning including lectures, laboratories and online activities and • Up to 6 hours of self directed independent study per week.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.