BTC 101 - Introduction to Biotechnology

Institution:

Salem Community College

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Description:

Acquaints students to the field of biotechnology. Topics include the history of biotechnology and the biopharmaceutical industry, the drug discovery and development processes, and a description of current marketed drugs. This course also introduces techniques of the biotechnology industry, such as recombinant DNA technology, mammalian cell culture and protein expression. Current issue topics, such as stem cell research, bioterrorism and bioethics also are introduced and discussed. Prerequisite: High School Biology (college preparatory or higher) or BIO 101 (can be taken concurrently) Offered: Fall

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.salemcc.edu

Phone Number:

(856) 299-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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