BIO 419 - Advanced Molecular Genetics (4 cr.)

This lab based course will utilize molecular techniques to develop and explore techniques including bacterial transformation, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), restriction enzyme digestion, Southern blot, protein expression, western blot, bacterial plating and sterile techniques, calculations, and dilutions among other skills. The course emphasizes time at the bench, critical thinking skills, data interpretation, and scientific writing.
Prerequisite(s): BIO101, BIO305, ENG101.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall