1997 QUT Handbook

cies, ownership and release of genetically-engineered organisms,
and major current consequences of resource use: food
production, health care, shelter, employment, pollution, loss
of soil, loss of biodiversity. Students are encouraged to distinguish
between scientifically established facts and current hypotheses
concerning the futures of humanity and the biosphere,
and to consider what strategies might permit truly sustainable
use of biological resources.
Courses: ED50; SC30
Prerequisites: LSB118 or LSB122
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 5 per week
■ LSB658 CLINICAL & APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY
Advanced aspects of physiology using a study of clinical disease
states to illustrate how normal physiological processes
work. Cases will be drawn from disorders of the
cardiovasculas, haematological, renal, gastrointestinal, nervous
and endocrine systems.
Courses: SC30 Prerequisites: LSB357 & LSB458
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 5 per week
■ LSB660 HISTOPATHOLOGY 3
Reviews recent advances in diagnostic histopathology and
introduces advanced and specialised methods including scanning
electron microscopy and X-ray microanalysis. Techniques
for diagnostic cytology concentrating on specimen
preparation and the microscopic detection of cancerous and
other abnormal cells in human tissues and body fluids.
Courses: LS36 Prerequisites: LSB550
Credit Points: 8 Contact Hours: 4 per week
■ LSB667 CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
This subject focuses on community ecology and systems behaviour
in terrestrial environments. The major theme is conservation
and modern concepts of metapopulation
dynamics.This subject focuses on community ecology and
systems behaviour in terrestrial environments. The major
theme is conservation and modern concepts of metapopulation
dynamics.
Courses: SC30 Prerequisites: LSB352
Credit Points: 12
■ LSB677 PEST MANAGEMENT
This subject addresses the principles and practice of population
management applied to animal and plant pest species.
Attention is focused on crop protection but a wide range of
examples, including transmission of diseases affecting humans,
is covered.
Courses: SC30 Prerequisites: LSB498
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 5 per week
■ LSB687 AQUACULTURE
A practical subject introducing methods and techniques associated
with the commercial production of aquatic species
in hatcheries and on aquafarms. Topics include: water quality
measurements and management; intensive production of
food organisms; induction of maturation and spawning; nursing
and rearing larvae and fry; feeding; diagnosis and treatment
of health problems; handling and husbandry.
Courses: SC30 Prerequisites: LSB352, LSB362
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 5 per week
■ LSB697 PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY
An advanced biotechnology subject designed to provide students
with a practical and theoretical understanding of mechanisms
for genetic manipulation of plants; the application of
genetic transformation to improve plants; the application of
molecular biological techniques to conventional plant breeding;
the use of plants as proreactors; and aspects of commercial
release of genetically engineered plants.
Courses: SC30 Prerequisites: LSB517, LSB588
Corequisites: LSB668
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 5 per week
■ LSB698 MOLECULAR PATHOGENESIS &
DISEASE DIAGNOSIS 2
This unit comprises a series of lectures, tutorials, workshops
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and practical classes dealing with the molecular aspects of
pathogenesis and diagnosis of diseases. A number of
haematological, neuro-degenerative disorders, and certain cancers
are addressed. The practical classes make use of current
technologies and highlight their use in analysis and diagnosis.
Courses: SC30 Prerequisites: LSB598
Corequisites: LSB637
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 5 per week
■ LSB722 RESEARCH STRATEGIES
A series of seminars presented by staff of the Faculties of
Health and Science and other research scientists on their area
of expertise. A series of tutorials and lectures on such topics
as library searches, oral communications, written communications
and ethics. A written assignment in the areas of microbiology,
biochemistry and biotechnology. A seminar presented
by the student covering the background literature relevant to
the student’s research project.
Courses: SC60 Credit Points: 16
■ LSB723 READINGS IN LIFE SCIENCE 1
The preparation of a literature review of direct and associated
relevance to the Honours research project under the guidance
of the supervisor(s). Includes an in-depth computer search, the
presentation of a written paper demonstrating a considerable
knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the literature as
well as a critical appraisal of future research requirements.
Courses: SC60 Credit Points: 16
■ LSB725 PROJECT
All students undertaking Honours in biotechnology, biochemistry
or microbiology are required to select and undertake, in
consultation with a supervisor, a suitable project.
Courses: SC60 Credit Points: 10
■ LSB825 PROJECT
The preparation of a paper reporting the methods and results
of investigations in the Honours Research Projects. The paper
also includes an introduction, analysis and discussion of the
project in a style and length deemed to be appropriate by the
Head of School. Students should relate this project work to
published work already undertaken in the field.
Courses: SC60 Credit Points: 48
■ LSN009 READINGS IN LIFE SCIENCE 4
A review of literature in an area determined in consultation
with the supervisor. The area can be associated with the research
project topic and can be broadly or narrowly focused
but should not include any significant material covered in
LSN013. The review should cover the background to the area
as well as recent advances and identify deficiencies and possible
future research directions. The review should be a critical
analysis of the area. Reviews should normally be approximately
5 000 words.
Courses: IF49, SC80
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 1 per week
■ LSN011 RESEARCH SEMINARS IN LIFE
SCIENCE 1
A 30-minute public seminar to include a presentation and
question period addressing the background to the proposed
research topic in the postgraduate degree and outlining the
proposed directions of the research program. The seminar
should normally be presented within 12 months (full-time) or
24 months (part-time) of commencement of the postgraduate
program.
Courses: IF49, SC80 Credit Points: 6
■ LSN013 READINGS IN LIFE SCIENCE 3
A comprehensive and critical review of the background and
current literature directly related to the research project topic.
The review should identify major and minor deficiencies in
the research literature and identify possible directions for future
research. The review should be approximately 10 000
words and at least one draft should be presented to the supervisor
prior to final submission.
Courses: IF49, SC80 Credit Points: 24