Cell and Molecular Biology | Makerere University Courses

Course Code:

MBS 7111

Course Credit Units:

5

Semester:

Semester 1

Year of Study:

Year 1

Undergraduate or Graduate Level:

Graduate Level

Academic Programs:

Master of Science In Molecular Biology And Biotechnology

College:

College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources & Bio-security

School:

School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Resources

Department:

Veterinary Parasitology and Microbiology

Course Discipline:

science

Course Description & Objectives:

This course provides an introduction to cell and molecular biology and the basic knowledge required for other courses in biology such as Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Developmental Biology, Microbiology, Parasitology and Physiology. Emphasis will be placed on the molecular basis of gene regulation and its role in directing normal and abnormal cell processes. Laboratory experimentation and research will provide hands-on experience of the techniques used in cell and molecular biology laboratories; in so doing will emphasize lecture sessions and enhance students’ learning. Objectives :

To impart knowledge and hands on experience on laboratory techniques employed in the Molecular laboratory
To expose students to biomolecules of life, their function and mechanism of action in maintaining, functioning and replication of cells as well as cell communication.
To impart knowledge on gene activity, expression and genetic regulation.
Understand the mechanism and importance of DNA replication and repair.

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the course, the students should

Appreciate the biochemical and physical properties of biomolecules.
Describe how biomolecules work together to create and sustain a system and allows propagation.
Describe how cells communicate within themselves and with one another.
Explain genetic regulation, control of gene activity and gene expression.
Explain the importance of the cytoskeleton and how its components function in cell assembling, shape regulation and contraction.
Describe mechanism and importance of DNA replication and repair