Applied Genetics

3.00 credits · Undergraduate

Prereq: Prereq: BIOL 2811; or permission of the Department This course explores how genetic technologies can be used to solve current problems in biology, ranging from ecology to medicine. It focuses on technical skills related to current genetic technologies including some or all of: polymerase chain reaction (PCR), DNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, cytology, in situ hybridization, immunocytology, data mining, bioinformatics, conventional light microscopy, fluorescent microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and related techniques. The course also emphasizes other skills such as science literacy, critical analysis of scientific literature, oral and visual presentation, and gAI skills. (Format: Integrated Lecture and Laboratory 3 Hours)