2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

BIOS 742 - Biotechnology

Credits: 3 (NR)
Theory and applications of biotechnology. Includes promoter design, gene fusions, protein targeting, techniques of protein purification, construction of transgenic organisms, cloning of animals and plants, ethical and legal issues. This is a relatively new area of study that is rapidly changing; course strives to keep students abreast of current literature.

Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate course work in genetics and molecular biology.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0