BIOL 4771 - Biotechnology

Several techniques and methodologies important to biotechnology are explored, including: DNA isolation, restriction mapping, molecular cloning, PCR techniques and applications, DNA sequencing, flow cytometry, and genetically modified organisms. These topics are augmented by hands-on lab activities. For the student’s capstone experience, in-class journal club presentations and discussions will illustrate how these techniques are applied in biomedical research. The capstone experience also includes a written scientific review article, which is followed by an oral presentation of the review topic.

Credits: 4

Prereq: Senior biomedical sciences major (or permission) and BIOL 3770
Lecture hours: 3
Lab hours: 3
Course/lab fee: $
General Education Program Course GEP (Capstone)