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Work Placement
Code: 42931Credits: 15
| Degree programme | Type | Course |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Genetics | OB | 0 |
Contact lecturer
- Name :
- Alba Hernandez Bonilla
- Email :
- alba.hernandez@uab.cat
Group languages
You can consult this information at the end of the document.
Prerequisites
There are no pre-requisites.
Objectives
To develop autonomous laboratory skills in genetics and acquire the ability to formulate, design, and address a specific research question from a methodological perspective by selecting and applying appropriate experimental techniques and critically interpreting the results obtained.
Learning outcomes
- Write up protocols for experiments.
- Preparation of work related to the module content.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical bases of different technical applications commonly used in different areas of genetic application.
- Interpret the results obtained in experiments designed to take adequate decisions and be able to propose pertinent solution for questions posed in different areas of genetics.
- Understand the importance of data obtained in genetic analysis in the methodological environment used.
- Propose improvement in procedures for experimental protocols.
- Take an active part in group meetings.
- Apply bibliographical information on genetic evolution to understand evolutive processes.
- Demonstrate responsibility in the direction of groups and/or projects in multidisciplinary teams.
- Write a report that considers the use of the methodology used in the module to resolve a specific problem.
- Make proposals in group meetings about improvements in experimental for the project being carried out.
- Use scientific terminology to argue the results of the research and show how to communicate in spoken and written English in an international setting.
- Analyse the research results to obtain new products or processes valuing their industrial and commercial viability for transfer to society.
- Use a knowledge of genetics to solve problems posed.
Contents
The module consists of a research placement in a laboratory, where students will carry out an experimental project aimed at addressing a specific research question in the field of genetics. During the placement, students will gain hands-on experience in the application of experimental methodologies, data analysis and interpretation, autonomous laboratory work, and integration into a research environment.
Learning activities and methodology
| Title | Hours | ECTS | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laboratory work | 300 | 12 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 |
The methodology is based on a research placement carried out under the supervision of the research staff responsible for the host laboratory. During the placement, students will undertake an experimental research project aligned with the laboratory's research activities and will participate in the different stages of the scientific process.
The placement is designed to promote autonomous learning, the critical evaluation of scientific literature, the application of appropriate experimental methodologies, the analysis and interpretation of results, and integration into a collaborative research environment. Students are also expected to develop effective scientific communication skills and to work constructively with other members of the research group.
Assessment
Continuous assessment activities
| Title | Weight | Hours | ECTS | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supervision of the experimental task | 100 | 75 | 3 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 |
The internship will be assessed by the research laboratory supervisor, who will evaluate the extent to which students have achieved the learning outcomes and professional competencies associated with the placement using the assessment rubric established for the module.
The assessment is based on three main components:
- Formal aspects (5%), including attendance, punctuality, organization, and compliance with laboratory procedures and regulations.
- Knowledge and skills (70%), including conceptual understanding, technical and laboratory skills, organization and planning, critical analysis and interpretation of results, problem-solving abilities, and oral and written communication skills.
- Professional attitude (25%), including commitment and responsibility towards assigned tasks, autonomy, effective integration and collaboration within the research team, and openness to feedback and continuous learning.
The final grade will reflect the student's overall performance throughout the research placement, according to the assessment criteria specified in the module evaluation rubric.
Bibliography
The bibliography will be specific to each research project and tailored to the topic addressed during the laboratory placement. The laboratory supervisor will guide students in selecting the most relevant scientific literature, including research articles, review papers, and other specialized resources required to develop the theoretical background of the project and support the experimental work.
Software
The software required will depend on the specific research project. Where appropriate, students will use specialized software for data acquisition, processing, analysis, or visualization under the supervision of the research group.
Course groups and languages
The information provided is provisional until November 30. After this date, you will be able to consult the language of each group through this link. To access the information, you will need to enter the course CODE
| Type of teaching | Group | Language | Semester | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (PEXTm) Pràctiques externes i pràcticum (màster) | 1 | English | second semester | morning-mixed |
| (PEXTinternm) Pràctiques externes i pràcticum amb supervisió interna (màster) | 99 | English | second semester | morning-mixed |