Biology – Unlocking CRISPR – Yarra Ranges Tech School

Maximum Number of Students

Duration

1 Day 9:30 – 2:30

Curriculum Areas

VCE Biology

Description

Students explore CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing through hands-on experimentation. They program Cas9 to target specific DNA sequences and analyse results using gel electrophoresis. The session covers the mechanics, applications, and ethical implications of this groundbreaking technology, introducing VCE Biology students to the future of genetic modification.

Learning Outcomes

The use of enzymes to manipulate DNA
The function of CRISPR-Cas9 in bacteria and the application of this function in editing an organism’s genome
Amplification of DNA using PCR and the use of gel electrophoresis in sorting DNA fragments
Potential uses and applications of CRISPR-Cas9 technologies

Career Paths

Biotechnology
Bioinformatics
Research scientist
Data scientist
Forensic scientist
Educator

Tertiary Options

Bachelor of Science (Various universities)
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Monash / Melb Uni)
Bachelor of Biotechnology (Latrobe / RMIT)
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Monash / RMIT)

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