Academic year2016/17
CourseVITICULTURE AND ENOLOGY
Code191GG
Credits6
PeriodSemester 2
LanguageItalian
| Modules | Area | Type | Hours | Teacher(s) |
| GENETICA | AGR/07 | LEZIONI | 64 | |
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Knowledge
Aim of the course is to provide students with a basic understanding of genetic mechanisms regulating the heredity of phenotypic traits and a basic knowledge of mutagenesis and quantitative trait analysis. The course intends also give information on real and potential applications of genetics, molecular biology and biotechnology on plant breeding with particular emphasis to grapevine.
Assessment criteria of knowledge
The student will be assessed on his/her demonstrated ability to discuss the main course contents using the appropriate terminology.
In the written exam (2 hours, choice of 5-6 essay questions), the student must demonstrate his/her knowledge of the course material and to organize an effective and correctly written reply.
Methods:
- Final oral exam
- Periodic written tests
Teaching methods
Delivery: face to face
Learning activities:
- attending lectures
- Laboratory work
- Practical
Attendance: Mandatory
Teaching methods:
- Lectures
- Seminar
- laboratory
Syllabus
Genetic material: properties and replication. Mendelian genetics. Sex determination and linkage. Linkage, Crossing over, and gene mapping. Gene expression. Mutation. Genetic fine structure. Genetic of gene expression and development. Chromosome aberrations. Variation in chromosomes number. Mutagens. Mutagenesis and chimerism. Multiple genes and population parameters. Quantitative traits. Mechanism of quantitative inheritance. Statistical methods. In vitro culture. Genetic transformation.
Bibliography
Recommended reading includes:
F. D’Amato, S. Baroncelli, M. Durante- Genetica Vegetale – Bollati Boringhieri Editore.
P. Russell - Genetica – Edises, Napoli.
M. Falcinelli, G. Barcaccia – Genetica e Genomica 1°, 2° e 3°Vol. – Liguori Editore.
Updated: 14/11/2016 17:27
