Course Title
Biotechnology
Course Description
Biotechnology is broadly defined as the application of the principles of molecular and cellular science to the production of biologically important or industrially useful products. Understanding how DNA-templated process are regulated is key to understanding many aspects of biology: cell development and differentiation, the impact of the environment on cellular process, the development, progression, and treatment of diseases, etc. This course will explore how scientists use this information to create breakthroughs in disease treatment, the development of genetically modified crops, the development of cutting-edge vaccines, etc. This course will begin with a review of general principles of chemistry, biochemistry, biology, and molecular biology. In addition, this course will explore the "tools of the trade" that are used by omics scientists. The course will conclude with a study and discussion of the moral and ethical implications of this information. It will look at rules and regulations governing this information and how the information may be used for the study of diseases (diagnostics, treatments, etc.). It is strongly recommended that students take BIOL-426/CHEM-426 prior to this course. Prerequisite: CHEM 222: Organic Chemistry II and sophomore standing. 4 SH. CC: Interdisciplinary.
Course Types
Standard (STAND), Interdisciplinary (DISCP)
Semester Hours
4