Introduction to Biotechnology

3 credits · Undergraduate

Topics covered include (1) the history and scope of biotechnology, (2) genetic, molecular and analytical approaches central to biotechnology, (3) production of macromolecules and small molecules using cells or biological materials, (4) detection of molecules using cells or biological materials, (5) biotechnology in Atlantic Canada, and (6) responsibilities in biotechnology. COREQUISITES: N/A PREREQUISITES: BIOC 2300 AND BIOL 2020 AND BIOL 2030; or Instructor's permission CROSSLISTED: N/A EXCLUSIONS: None FORMATS: Lecture