James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

BC5201 - Advanced Bioengineering

Available to students only with permission of the Head of Molecular and Cell Biology.

Subject Description

Bioengineering is usually defined as the exploitation and manipulation of biological resources to deliver commercial and social benefits. This subject is designed to cover the fundamental and advanced aspects of bioengineering with a particular focus in recombinant DNA technology and recombinant protein production in both eukaryotes and prokaryotes with applications in molecular diagnostics, microbial production of therapeutic agents, bioremediation and biocatalysts. The subject will also examine contemporary ethics and patenting issues relevant to bioengineering.

Learning Outcomes

• contrast advanced techniques used in bioengineering
• design a bioengineering research proposal based on advanced recombinant DNA and protein technologies
• argue the ethics and patenting procedures associated with bioengineering

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (60%) - Individual
• Oral > Presentation 1 - (10%) - Individual
• Written > Essay (including multi-draft) 1 - (15%) - Individual
• Written > Project report - (15%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Achieve an overall percentage of 50% or more; Hand in the entire assignment component (Presentation, Essay and Project report); Pass final examination (50% or more).

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  BC3201

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