BIOL 168 - Techniques in Molecular BiologySemester Hours: 4
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This course covers routine and advanced techniques in molecular biology. Theory underlying the techniques is covered in lectures. Techniques are learned in the context of interrelated experiments that address a single research problem. Techniques to be covered include DNA and RNA isolations, acrylamide and agarose gel electrophoresis, recombinant DNA techniques, PCR, sequencing. protein expression and characterization by Western blot analysis and introductory bioinformatics. Students are required to prepare several laboratory reports and individual or group-based oral presentations using appropriate computer-based technologies. Recommended for students interested in biotechnology or research in genetics and molecular biology. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory).
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
Junior class standing or above; BIOL 122 or BIO 135; or BIOL 123 or BIO 137; one Laboratory Skills course (BIOL 126 , 127 , 128 , or 129 ); or permission of instructor. Fulfills one of the upper-level two lab courses required for a biology major. Lab fee additional.
Credit for BIOL 168 or BIO 139. (Formerly BIO 139.)
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