BTEC 4100 - Molecular Genetics

2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in BIOL 3300.
This course covers molecular genetics theory and practice, including gene structure and function, genetic engineering, and bioinformatics. Areas of emphasis will include DNA structure, replication, and manipulation, and gene expression. Biotechnology laboratory exercises will include creating recombinant DNA, gene mapping, DNA sequencing, DNA sequence analysis, and polymerase chain reaction applications.