Apr 20, 2024  
2018-2019 College of Liberal Arts (Admitted Fall 2018/Spring 2019) 
    
2018-2019 College of Liberal Arts (Admitted Fall 2018/Spring 2019) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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BIOL 104 - DNA and Biotechnology Today

4 credits


DNA in order to understand the basis of genetic diseases and how to manipulate sequences to create new molecules.  Students will also explore biotechnology and how it impacts their daily lives. Current events are used as a context for study. Topics include the flu, Human Genome Project, molecular forensics, bioremediation, stem cells,  and gene therapy. Format of class includes lectures, case studies, student presentations, and hands-on activities during the designated class time. Does not meet requirements for major or minor in biology.

  CLA-Breadth/Natural Science



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