BITC 1311 - Introduction to Biotechnology

Institution:

Austin Community College District

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Description:

An introduction to biotechnologyincluding career exploration, history and applications of DNA/RNA technology, molecular biology, bioethics, and laboratory safe practices. The course is supplemented with laboratory exercises, demonstrations and fi eld trips that illustrate the basic techniques of biotechnology including laboratory topics, and fi nally the course concludes with a consideration of bioethical issues relating to this powerful new technology. Fee: $24.00 Insurance Fee: $3.50 Skills: O Prerequisites: One year of high school biology and one year of high school chemistry or BIOL 1406 or the equivalent. Course Type: W

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.austincc.edu

Phone Number:

(512) 223-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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