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BTY426 — Cell And Molecular Biology

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Course Overview

BTY426 3 Credits L:3 T:0 P:0 Core
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Cell and Molecular Biology (BTY426) covers the universal features of cells and organelles, intracellular trafficking, cell cycle regulation, DNA replication/repair/recombination, transcription, translation, gene regulation, gene silencing, chromatin remodeling, and epigenetics.

Study Units

Unit 1

Cellular Organization; Cytoskeleton and Function of Intracellular Organelles

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 2

Cellular Transport and Trafficking; Cell Cycle and its Regulation

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 3

Structure of Nucleic Acids; DNA Packaging and Replication

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 4

DNA Repair Mechanisms and Homologous Recombination

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 5

RNA and Protein Synthesis and Processing

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 6

Regulation of Gene Expression and Epigenetics

Notes MCQ Subjective

Continuous Assessment

3 components

Best 2 of 3 CAs will be considered for evaluation.
Assignment - Case based 50%

Teams of students will create 3D models of: Intracellular transport (ER to Golgi to Lysosome to Exocytosis); Nuclear transport & organelle targeting; Cell Cycle regulation (G1, S, G2, M, checkpoints). (Total: 30 marks - Conceptual Accuracy: 10 marks; Creativity & Design: 5 marks; Functional Movement: 5 marks; Explanation & Storytelling: 10 marks)

Week 4 / 5

Rubric
To evaluate the learning ability of students on the basis of case based assignments related to UNIT 1 AND 2

Test 1 50%

Descriptive questions of 5 or multiple of 5 marks each (Total: 30 marks)

Week 11 / 12

Rubric
To test the knowledge of students in the contents taught related to UNITS 4 AND 5

Test 2 50%

Subjective test covering syllabus from CA1 and CA2

Week 12 / 13

Rubric
To test the students' ability to comprehend and explain the various concepts in Cell and Molecular Biology

Exams & Practice

Mid Term Examination

Mid-semester comprehensive evaluation

20%

All MCQ

End Term Examination

Final semester comprehensive evaluation

50%

Type: Examination

MCQ + Subjective

BTY426 - FAQs

How many units are in BTY426?

BTY426 has 6 units. Each unit includes detailed notes and MCQ practice questions.

What exam resources are available for BTY426?

Unit-wise notes and MCQ practice are available. Exam resources coming soon.

How to prepare for BTY426 exams?

Study each unit's notes thoroughly, practice MCQs to test understanding, and attempt mock tests before exams. Focus on important topics and previous year questions.