12777 - Methods in Synthetic Microbiology Modulübersicht

Module Number: 12777
Module Title:Methods in Synthetic Microbiology
  Methoden der synthetischen Mikrobiologie
Department: Faculty 2 - Environment and Natural Sciences
Responsible Staff Member:
  • Schöne, Kerstin
Language of Teaching / Examination:English
Duration:1 semester
Frequency of Offer: Every summer semester
Credits: 8
Learning Outcome:After completing the module, the students will be able to present the current literature on a research area in a summarized form. By presenting and discussing their results from the laboratory course they are able to critically question research results. In the practical course, students have to work on sophisticated projects which need competences such as teamwork, organized project planning (project management) and analytical abilities. This course aims to teach diverse techniques and methods used for genetic engineering, molecular cloning, expression in procaryotic or eucaryotic systems, conceptional thinking, independent preparation, execution, evaluation of experiments, and adequate documentation.
Contents:
  • cultivation of Microorganisms under suitable conditions
  • isolation and modification of DNA
  • constructing genetic tools or overexpression vectors
  • create relevant synthetic microorganisms such as genetically modified strains for biotechnological purposes or further investigations
Recommended Prerequisites:Basic lab experience; basis knowledge in molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology.
Mandatory Prerequisites:Only applies to the Master Biotechnology PO 2018 with 4 semesters standard period of study:
Successfull completion of module
  • 12739 - Research Internship
Forms of Teaching and Proportion:
  • Laboratory training / 7 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Seminar / 1 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Self organised studies / 120 Hours
Teaching Materials and Literature:1.      Campbell Biologie (ISBN-10: 3868943668)
2.      Brock Biology of Microorganisms (ISBN-10: 1292404795)
3.      Der Experimentator Molekularbiologie / Genomics (ISBN-10: 3642346359)
4.      Molecular Cloning: A Laboratory Manual (ISBN-10: 1936113422)
Module Examination:Continuous Assessment (MCA)
Assessment Mode for Module Examination:We will occasionally evaluate the theoretical preparation of each student orally. If there is insufficient preparation, the experimental work will be stopped for safety reasons. Experiments can be continued when successful background knowledge is confirmed.
The lab performance (theoretical preparation, organization and execution in the lab, time management) of each student will be observed.
After completing the experiments, each student submits a manuscript about the experimental results and give an oral presentation and discussion.
  • lab performance: 20%
  • manuscript (max. 10 pages): 40 %
  • oral presentation and discussion (15 min): 40 %
Evaluation of Module Examination:Performance Verification – graded
Limited Number of Participants:8
Part of the Study Programme:
  • Master (applied) / Biotechnology / PO 2018
  • Master (applied) - Extended Semester / Biotechnology / PO 2018
Remarks:None
Module Components:
  • Lab Course "Methods in Synthetic Microbiology"
  • Seminar "Methods in Synthetic Microbiology"
Components to be offered in the Current Semester: