BIO 201 - Cell Biology and Immunology

Institution:

Gwinnett Technical College

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Description:

This course addresses the composition, structure and function of cells as well as essential concepts in immunology. Lectures will discuss macromolecules, metabolism, growth, communication, development, differentiation, cell division, the cell cycle, cell-mediated and antibody-mediated immune responses, vaccine immunization, and monoclonal antibodies. Additional topics include immunological mechanisms and special cell types. In the laboratory, students will perform experiments requiring culture and maintenance of cells, study cell types, fluorescence microscopy, metabolism, and isolate and characterize cell components and organelles. Protein Purification and Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assays (ELISAs) will also be performed. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 6. (Sp)

Credits:

9.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.GwinnettTech.edu

Phone Number:

(770) 962-7580

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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