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YEAR 2 SEMESTER II (2025/2026)

MIC2019: Molecular Biology Techniques (Core: 3 credits)

Learning Outcomes
1. Discuss the basic concepts of molecular biology and molecular techniques.
2. Identify suitable tools to perform molecular experiments.
3. Demonstrate team spirit in carrying out the task given.

Course Synopsis
This course addresses developments that have led to the ‘New Genetics’. Focus will
be placed on terminology, tools and techniques that are essential in the study and
creation of recombinant molecules with emphasis on biomedical applications.
Components linked to occupational safety and health will also be covered. Practical
and basic techniques ranging from plasmid preparations to PCR will be covered.

Reference Texts
1. TA Brown (2020). Gene Cloning and DNA Analysis: An Introduction. (8 Edition)
th
John Wiley and Sons Ltd.
2. Green and Sambrook (2014). Molecular Cloning: A Laboratory Manual. (4
th
Edition) Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press.

Course Coordinator
Professor Dr. Chua Kek Heng
khchua@um.edu.my
03-79676607

Course Assessment
Course will be assessed by Continuous Assessment (60%) and a Final Exam (40%)

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