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BIO 161 - Bacterial Genetics

Semester Hours: 4
Students will discuss the logic and methods used during genetic analysis of bacteria and their associated phages.  Topics will include macromolecule synthesis, mutagenesis and recombination, gene structure and function, mechanisms of gene regulation, protein folding and trafficking, genomics and proteomics, and other modern molecular microbiology techniques.  Extensive critical reading of primary literature is required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). 

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
CHEM 135  and BIO 025  or 135 . Lab fee additional. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.


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