BIO 316 - Molecular Biology and Genomics

The molecular basis for biological processes. Synthesis, structure, function and regulation of the genome, transcriptome and proteome. A detailed examination of genome dynamics and the control and regulation of genome expression. Contemporary topics in biotechnology such as genetic engineering, cloning, molecular medicine, infectious diseases and biological weapons will also be discussed. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week.

Prerequisites
BIO 211 Genetics or Permission of Instructor

Credits 4

Notes
A lab section must be selected with lecture.

Area
Natural Science

Division
Natural Science

Compass Attributes
Natural Science