SMFT 637 Biotechnology (4)

This course will cover approaches and techniques that are used in biotechnology. The structure of proteins and DNA will be reviewed and the importance of these molecules in biotechnology will be discussed. Techniques to be described in the course include gel electrophoresis, hybridization techniques and basic cloning techniques. Applications of these techniques will be discussed along with ethics issues raised by their use. Graduate credit only.
Prerequisite(s): One year of college biology or one year of college chemistry or permission of the instructor.
Course Frequency: Occasional