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Course: |
BIO 212
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Title: | Molecular Biology |
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Long Title: | Molecular Biology |
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Course Description: | Surveys molecular biology techniques and principles. Topics will include chemical and enzymatic reactions, cellular processes, DNA, RNA, and protein manipulations, and genetic studies. This course requires hands-on laboratory experience. |
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Min Credit: | 4 |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
I. Demonstrate an understanding of the structure and function of DNA, RNA, and Proteins.
II. Demonstrate an understanding of the components and steps involved in replication, transcription, and translation.
III. Demonstrate an understanding of the control of gene expression in prokaryotes.
IV. Demonstrate an understanding of how mutations are caused and repaired.
V. Demonstrate knowledge of the major techniques and equipment used in a molecular biology lab.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. The Nature of DNA.
II. The Replication of Double-Stranded DNA and Other Nucleic Acids.
III. The Gene: Repository of Information.
IV. RNA and the Genetic Code.
V. Protein Synthesis and Translation.
VI. Control of Gene Expression and Protein Synthesis in Prokaryotes.
VII. Mutations and Repair of DNA.
VIII. Eukaryotic Genes: Basic Structure and Function.
IX. Gene Manipulation and Genetic Engineering
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