BIO 423 - Scanning Electron Microscopy

Institution:

Muhlenberg College

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Description:

Students learn how to prepare specimens for scanning electron microscopy instruction includes fixation procedures, critical point drying, sputter coating, and operation of the microscope. Students design and complete an independent research project, analyze and discuss scientific literature, and learn how to write a scientific paper. Three class hours plus three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: BIO 152 Principles of Biology III: Molecules & Cells and any two biology courses numbered between 200 and 299. PHY 121 General Physics I and CHM 201 Organic Chemistry I or CHM 203 or 205 Honors Organic Chemistry I should also be previously completed or concurrently enrolled. Meets general academic requirement W.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.muhlenberg.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 664-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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