551-1126-00L Technologies in Molecular Microbiology
| Semester | Spring Semester 2019 |
| Lecturers | H.‑M. Fischer, B. Christen, M. Christen, further lecturers |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 551-1126-00 V | Technologies in Molecular Microbiology | 2 hrs |
| H.‑M. Fischer, B. Christen, M. Christen, further lecturers |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | The lecture course provides an advanced understanding of modern techniques used in molecular microbiology. Current technologies and research directions in molecular microbiology including applied aspects will be illustrated with paper discussions. The format is a lecture course enriched by group activities. |
| Objective | The lecture course aims at providing principles of modern techniques used in molecular microbiology. Emphasis is on genetic, biochemical, and cellular analysis including also bioinformatics aspects. Discussion of a set of commonly applied technologies will assist students in evaluating current research in molecular microbiology and choosing appropriate methods for their own demands. |
| Content | Important genetic, biochemical, biophysical, bioinformatic and structural analysis methods will be presented that are used to gain a deeper understanding of the molecular principles and mechanisms underlying basic physiological processes in prokaryotes. Applied aspects of molecular microbiology and current research in this area will also be covered. List of topics: - Analysis of genes, genomes and transcriptomes - Analysis of proteins, proteomes and microbial systems - Synthetic biology |
| Lecture notes | Updated handouts will be provided during the class. |
| Literature | Current literature references, relevant papers and handouts will be provided during the lectures. |
| Prerequisites / Notice | The following lecturers will contribute to the course: Prof. Beat Christen (ETH) Dr. Matthias Christen (ETH) Prof. Hans-Martin Fischer (ETH) Dr. Jonas Grossmann (FGCZ) Dr. Florian Freimoser (Agroscope) Dr. Bernd Roschitzki (FGCZ) Dr. Roman Spörri (ETH) |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 4 credits |
| Examiners | H.-M. Fischer, B. Christen, M. Christen |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is only offered in the session after the course unit. Repetition only possible after re-enrolling. |
| Mode of examination | written 120 minutes |
| Written aids | simple non-programmable calculator |
| This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
| No public learning materials available. | |
| Only public learning materials are listed. |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
