Experimental Techniques in Molecular Biology

12 units · Undergraduate

Fall: 12 units This laboratory course is designed to teach experimental methods of modern biology. Experiments in microbial genetics, molecular biology and eukaryotic genetics are performed. Emphasis is placed on understanding and applying the biological principles of each experiment. This course is designed to be taken during the junior year and is intended to prepare students for undergraduate research. Experimentation using living organisms and/or their tissues, cells or molecules is an essential component of this course. Prerequisites: ( 03-232 or 03-231 ) and ( 09-208 or 09-223 or qc211 or 09-222 ) Course Website: http://www.cmu.edu/bio/undergrad/courses/index.html