6 Français Biotechnology - Learning Objectives
6 Français Biotechnology - Learning Objectives
1 Justify the selection of data from historical investigations that support the claim that DNA is the
source of heritable information
3 Construct a definition of genetic engineering and identify products created with this technology
4 Explain the Central Dogma of Biology and its importance in genetic engineering
5 Execute the process of gel electrophoresis and discuss how the characteristics of molecules
affect their migration through a gel
7 Apply the Gram staining technique to identify Gram positive or Gram negative bacteria
9 Use a best-fit standard curve to determine the concentration of an unknown protein sample
and explain the usefulness of a protein absorbance spectrum when trying to isolate a specific
protein
10 Describe the mechanism of action and the use of restriction enzymes in biotechnology
research and recombinant protein production
14 Communicate how DNA is sequenced (Sanger and Next Generation Sequencing methods) for
research and clinical purposes and how recent improvements have increased the efficiency of
the process
15 Demonstrate how shared databases such as BLAST can be used to identify similar DNA
sequences in different organisms
16 Teach how CRISPR and Cas9 technologies allow for precise and accurate editing of genetic
code
17 Critique how advances in stem cell research, regenerative medicine, 3D-bioprinting, and
synthetic biology may lead to improved health care.
18 Establish how advances in biofuels and other biotechnologies are being used to understand
and protect the environment.
Ecolint – LGB
Topic 6 - Year 11 Biology
Ecolint – LGB
Topic 6 - Year 11 Biology
Ecolint – LGB