BIOL 1414 - Introduction to Biotechnology

Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
An introduction to biotechnology including career exploration, history and applications of DNA/RNA technology, molecular biology, bioethics, and laboratory safety practices. CIP Code: (2612015103)
Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0310 or placement by testing.
Student Learning Outcomes
1 - Demonstrate appropriate laboratory safety practices and basic laboratory skills such as pipetting, measuring and calibrating techniques, preparing solutions, and analyzing biomolecules. 2 - Use computer technology to research a biotechnology topic, identify pertinent scientific articles, obtain articles of interest, and write a paper. 3 - Describe the basic principles of cell biology, classical and molecular genetics, genomics, and recombinant DNA technology. 4 - Successfully participate in projects requiring teamwork. 5 - Perform assays and experiments and analyze data produced from experimental results. 6 - Utilize critical thinking to troubleshoot experiments and equipment. 7 - Practice oral communication of technical data with both formal and informal presentations. 8 - Investigate and describe various applications, methodologies, issues, and cutting edge technologies related to biotechnology. 9 - Investigate and describe biotechnology career opportunities.
Core Category Life & Physical Sciences [30]