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Professional Certificate In CRISPR Technology

Program Learning Outcome

The program aims to achieve the following learning outcomes:

• HPP1: To discuss the principle and mechanism of gene editing and modulations using CRISPR technology
• HPP2: To elaborate the experimental workflow and technical aspects of CRISPR technology-mediated gene editing and modulations
• HPP3: To design the experimental workflow for editing gene in cell line using CRISPR technology
• HPP4: To conduct gene editing experiment in eukaryotic cells using CRISPR technology

Curriculum Structure

This Professional Certificate comprises two courses that cover the theory and practical (laboratory hands-on) aspects of CRISPR Technology, primarily on CRISPR-mediated gene editing and modulations in human cells. The course details are as follows:

1. SPJJ5111: Fundamental and Application of CRISPR Technology - 1.0 credit
2. SPJJ5122: Gene Editing and Modulation - 2.0 credits Total Credit Hours: 3.0

Entry Requirements

The following prerequisites apply to admission:

1. A bachelor's degree in an area related to Biology, Genetics, or such
2. A bachelor's degree in another field with at least two years of relevant job experience
3. Possess a diploma and at least three years of work experience in a relevant industry

Course Topics

Course 1: Fundamental and Applications of CRISPR Technology

• Topic 1: CRISPR as bacteria adaptive immunity system
• Topic 2: Principle of CRISPR gene editing in eukaryotes
• Topic 3: Cas protein variants and application of CRISPR technology
• Topic 4: CRISPR ethical issues
• Topic 5: General CRISPR workflow and technical aspects

Course 2: Gene Editing and Modulation

• Topic 1: CRISPR experimental workflow and study design (Part I)
• Topic 2: CRISPR experimental workflow and study design (Part II)
• Topic 3: Laboratory practical (Part Ia-1c) – Cloning, bacterial transformation and clonal validation
• Topic 4: Laboratory practical (Part IIa-IIe) – CRISPR delivery, cells selection, harvesting and validation of edited cells
• Topic 5: CRISPR experiment case studies and results discussion

Programme Instructors and Administrative Staff

The program is led by a team of experienced instructors and staff, including:

• Hanif Zulkhairi Mohamad Said
• Nurul Izza Umar
• Nur Ainn Che Hat
• Prof. Datuk Dr. A Rahman A Jamal
• Ts. Dr. Saiful Effendi Syafruddin
• Ts. Dr. Mohamad Aimanuddin Mohtar
• Dr. Nor Azila Muhammad Azami
• Siti Nurmi Nasir
• Siti Nur Hasanah Mohd Yusuf
• ChM. Nur Nadia Razali

Fee

The program fee is RM3,300.00.

Accommodation

Participants can choose from various nearby hotels, including:

• Hotel Sri Permaisuri Cheras (3-star hotel)
• Hotel EST Kuala Lumpur
• International Youth Centre (IYC) Residence
• Hotel Maple Inn
• V Hotel Kuala Lumpur
• Crystal Garden Hotel
• Hotel Komune Living and Wellness Kuala Lumpur
• Zecon Hotel Low-budget hotels are also available nearby.