Details - Tematika

Genetics, biotechnology (KHORBAN-GENEBIOT-2)

Basic data

Name and type of the study programme

Horticultural Engineering, undergraduate program

Curriculum

2024

Classes / consultation hours

0 + 2 + 0 (L+S+Labs)

Credits

2 credits

Theory – Practice

Theory: 0%, Practice: 100%

Recommended semester

Semester 2

Study mode

full-time

Prerequisites

Evaluation type

Mid-term evaluation

Course category

Compulsory

Language

English

Instructors

Responsible instructor

Mihálka Virág Dr.

Responsible department

Agrártudományi Tanszék

Instructor(s)

Mihálka Virág Dr.

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Course objectives

Purpose of teaching the subject : Genetics, biotechnology course provides a basic knowledge of genetics (subject and branches of genetics; cellular and molecular basis of heredity; elementary laws of heredity and deviations from Mendelian inheritance). The course also covers, gene and genome conservation, and plant biotechnology.

Course content

Seminars

knowledge to be acquired: History of genetics. Reproduction, cell divisions, cell cycle. Cellular and molecular basics of inheritance. Mendelian genetics. Genetics Problems solving Genetics Problems solving practical lessons. Non-Mendelian inheritance. Genetics Problems solving practical lessons. Linkage and Gene mapping. Calculation of linkage. Lethal combinations and pleiotropy. Mutation and polyploidy. Inheritance of quantitative traits. Heritability (h2). Heterosis effect, inbreeding depression. Biodiversity, Gene banks, preservation of genetic material. Molecular biology in practice, PCR, gel electrophoresis Plant biotechnology in practice. Cell and Tissue Culture, in vitro cloning, in vitro haploid/ DH production. Pathogen elimination using tissue culture methods. Genetic transformation. GMO’s.

Acquired competences

Knowledge

knowledge Graduates will - have knowledge on the rules, lows and inheritance mechanisms of genetics. - have the knowledge in the field of genetics and biotechnology, that is necessary for starting an MSc course - be aware of the fact that the products of horticultural production are part of the food chain and know and understand the basic concepts of food chain safety as well as the correlations and processes, with special regard to the genetic engineering techniques - have comprehensive knowledge of the legal regulations and ethical norms related to genetics and biotechnology

Skills

ability Graduates - are able to perform certain basic calculations, estimations and analysis based on their knowledge in genetics - fulfil their tasks related to their qualifications - understand and use the online and printed literature related to genetics and biotechnology - understand and interpret longer texts, as well as texts with visual signs, typography tools and icons, tables, datasets, moving and still pictures, maps and diagrams related to genetics and biotechnology.

Attitude

attitude Graduates - are open to keep their skills in line with the latest achievements in agriculture. - seek to know, understand and apply novelties, processes related to genetics and biotechnology.

Autonomy and responsibilities

Autonomy and responsibility - Their knowledge of genetics helps them assess whether they are capable of performing a given task.

Requirements, evaluation and grading

Mid-term study requirements

Intermediate learning requirements: - Attending practical lessons according to the regulation of the university. - Two midterm exams (50-50 points). At least 51% completion of midterm exams is required. - Retake of a midterm exam: during the 12th week of the study period - The course is completed with practical course grade based on the results of the two midterm exams (50+50 points): 90-100% excellent (5); 80-89% good (4); 66-79% satisfactory (3); 50-65% passing (2); 0 to 49% fail (1).

Generative AI usage

Use of GAI tools is not permitted for solving assignments. This means GAI tools cannot be used to complete formative or summative assessments, and using GAI constitutes academic misconduct. The use of AI tools for spelling and grammar checking does not fall under this prohibition.

Study aids, laboratory background

Study materials, laboratory background: E-learning material on Moodle platform. Plant tissue culture and molecular genetics laboratory. Library, information technology room.

Readings

Compulsory readings

Compulsory: Virág Mihálka (2024): Basics of genetics. E-learning material. Available at Moodle Virág Mihálka (2024): Introduction to biotechnology. E-learning material. Available at Moodle. Chapter Agricultural biotechnology.