| Competences |
| Type A | Code | Competences Specific |
| A4 | Know and understand in an integrated manner the organisms at molecular, cellular and metabolic level. | |
| A9 | Know in depth the microorganisms, both prokaryotes and eukaryotes, viruses, as well as the diversity of metabolisms present in prokaryotes, and their possibilities of biotechnological use. | |
| A10 | Know how to apply the basic knowledge of structure and function of multicellular organisms in the production of biotechnological products. | |
| Type B | Code | Competences Transversal |
| B2 | Solve complex problems effectively in the biotechnology field. | |
| B5 | Teamwork, collaboration and sharing of responsibility | |
| B6 | Clear and effective communication of information, ideas, problems and solutions in public or a specific technical field | |
| Type C | Code | Competences Nuclear |
| C2 | Be advanced users of the information and communication technologies | |
| C3 | Be able to manage information and knowledge | |
| C4 | Be able to express themselves correctly both orally and in writing in one of the two official languages of the URV |
| Learning outcomes |
| Type A | Code | Learning outcomes |
| A4 |
Be able to demonstrate having acquired the knowledge related to general virology. Know the basic techniques for the construction of genotypes. | |
| A9 |
Be able to demonstrate having acquired the knowledge related to general Virology. | |
| A10 |
Know the basic techniques for the construction of genotypes. | |
| Type B | Code | Learning outcomes |
| B2 |
Understand problems and be able to break them down into manageable parts. Adopt a method of analysis that enables them to identify non-obvious causes and evaluate their impact on problems. Present possible solutions that are mostly effective at solving problems. Adopt realistic strategies for solving problems. | |
| B5 |
Accept and comply with the rules of the group. Help to draw up and apply the team’s work processes. Ensure that the way they communicate and relate to others contributes to the cohesion of the group. Take an interest in the importance of the group’s activity. | |
| B6 |
Volunteer to make the necessary presentations in public. Understand that non-verbal language is appropriate to verbal discourse. Plan their communications: generate ideas, search for information, select and order the information, make schemes, determine the type of audience and the objectives of the communication, etc. Make interesting and persuasive presentations. Analyze, appraise and respond to the questions they are asked during an oral presentation. | |
| Type C | Code | Learning outcomes |
| C2 |
Understand basic computer hardware. Understand the operating system as a hardware manager and the software as a working tool. Use software for off-line communication: word processors, spreadsheets and digital presentations. Use software for on-line communication: interactive tools (web, moodle, blogs, etc.), e-mail, forums, chat rooms, video conferences, collaborative work tools, etc. | |
| C3 |
Locate and access information effectively and efficiently. Critically evaluate information and its sources, and add it to their own knowledge base and system of values. Have a full understanding of the economic, legal, social and ethical implications of accessing and using information. | |
| C4 |
Produce grammatically correct oral texts. Produce well structured, clear and effective oral texts. Produce oral texts that are appropriate to the communicative situation. Produce grammatically correct written texts Produce well-structured, clear and rich written texts Produce written texts that are appropriate to the communicative situation |
| Contents |
| Topic | Sub-topic |
| Introducció to the Virology. |
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| Structure of viruses. The capsule and the viral envelope. Receivers and host union. Diversity of viral nucleic acid. Structure and organization of the viral genome. | |
| Multiplication of viruses. Concept and molecular principles. Absorption, replication, translation and coupling. Release of viral particles. Genomic integration and oncogenic viruses. | |
| Origin and evolution of viruses. Mechanisms of diversification and emergence of new viruses. |
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| Classification of viruses. Classification tools. Viral nomenclature |
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| Animal viruses. General characteristics of viruses that affect animals and their pathology. Vaccines and anti-viral treatments. Virus as a pest control. | |
| Vegetable viruses. General characteristics of viruses affecting plants and their pathology. Transport of particles through the vascular system of plants. Infection and transmission. Technological applications. | |
| Bacteriophages: Morphology and classification. Lithic and lysogenic cycle of bacteriophages. Construction of genotypes. Fags as a vector: genetic engineering and bacteriophage manipulation. | |
| Sub-viral infectious particles. Prions Defective viruses Viroides. Satellites |
| Planning |
| Methodologies :: Tests | ||||||||||
| Competences | (*) Class hours |
Hours outside the classroom |
(**) Total hours | |||||||
| Introductory activities |
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0.5 | 0 | 0.5 | ||||||
| Lecture |
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17 | 17 | 34 | ||||||
| Laboratory practicals |
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15 | 15 | 30 | ||||||
| Assignments |
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2 | 4 | 6 | ||||||
| Personal tuition |
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0.5 | 0 | 0.5 | ||||||
| Mixed tests |
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2 | 2 | 4 | ||||||
| (*) On e-learning, hours of virtual attendance of the teacher. (**) The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students. | ||||||||||
| Methodologies |
| Description | |
| Introductory activities | Description of the course syllabus and its organization |
| Lecture | Development of the proposed syllabus through office and audiovisual support |
| Laboratory practicals | Work in the laboratory and in the computer room |
| Assignments | Development of a monographic work on virology and its possible biotechnological applications to be done in groups. |
| Personal tuition | Clarification of doubts about the subject and/or the proposed subject |
| Personalized attention |
| Description |
| It is recommended that the student make use of personalized attention by asking questions directly to the teacher, the change of class or in a personalized interview, with previously appointment by email. |
| Assessment |
| Methodologies | Competences | Description | Weight | ||||
| Laboratory practicals |
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Laboratory practices to be carried out in a group. Includes work in the laboratory mainly with bacteriophages and practices in the computer room | 15 | ||||
| Assignments |
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Writing a bibliographical work related to the subject of the subject, which includes a personal reflection of the student | 15 | ||||
| Mixed tests |
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Written tests with short questions and questions to develop | 70 | ||||
| Others |
| Other comments and second exam session | |||
PART I: Corresponding to Magisterial Sessions. Objective mixed tests to develop and short questions. The student must obtain at least 40% of the score of this part to be evaluated. PART II: Corresponding to the laboratory practices and only to perform for those students who have not passed the 1st call. Short objective tests and/or multiple choice questions (15% of the final evaluation). During the evaluation tests, mobile phones, tablets and other devices that are not expressly authorized by the test must be turned off and out of sight. The demonstratively fraudulent realization of any evaluative activity of any subject in both material and virtual and electronic support entails the student the failure mark of this evaluative activity. Regardless of this, given the seriousness of the facts, the center can propose the initiation of a disciplinary file, which will be initiated by resolution of the rector. |
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| Sources of information |
| Basic |
Flint S. J., Principles of Virology Molecular Biology, pathogenesis and control of animal viruses, Última disponible,
Fields B. N., Knipe D.M., Virology, Última disponible,
Nicholas H. Acheson, Fundamentals of molecular virology, Última edició disponible, |
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| Recommendations |
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(*)The teaching guide is the document in which the URV publishes the information about all its courses. It is a public document and cannot be modified. Only in exceptional cases can it be revised by the competent agent or duly revised so that it is in line with current legislation.