BITC 2411 - Biotechnology Laboratory Instrumentation

Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
Theory, applications, and safe operation of various biotechnology-related analytical instruments. Addresses separation and identification techniques including electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, and chromatography.
Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; BITC 1191, CHEM 1405 or CHEM 1411, and SCIT 1313 or Instructor’s approval.
Student Learning Outcomes
1) Demonstrate operation and calibration of common analytical instruments. 2) Investigate theory and applications of various analytical instruments including types of electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, and chromatography. 3) Perform data analysis and troubleshooting.