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Nov 23, 2024
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BIOL 1414 - Introduction to Biotechnology (deactivate Spring 2017)4 credit hours. 3 lecture hours. 3 lab hours.
R W M
Overview of classical genetics, DNA structure, the flow of genetic information, DNA replication, gene transcription, protein translation. Principles of major molecular biology and genetic engineering techniques, including restriction enzymes and their uses, major types of cloning vectors, construction of libraries, Southern and Northern blotting, hybridization, PCR, DNA typing. Application of these techniques in human health and welfare, medicine, agriculture and the environment. Introduction to the human genome project, gene therapy, molecular diagnostics, forensics, creation and uses of transgenic plants and animals, animal cloning, and the ethical, legal, and social issues of scientific problems associated with the technologies. Relevant practical exercises in the above areas.
It is highly recommended that BIOL 1406 be taken before BIOL 1414 .
Additional Fees: Lab Fee $24
Measurable Learning Outcomes:
Demonstrate basic laboratory skills such as pipetting, measuring and calibrating techniques, preparing solutions, and analyzing biomolecules. Describe various applications and issues of biotechnology. Identify various biotechnology career opportunities. Demonstrate appropriate laboratory safety.
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