BIOC 463A - Biochemical Laboratory Techniques

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University of Arizona

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Description: An introductory laboratory course in biochemical techniques and methodology. The course will place an emphasis on biophysical techniques including: UV-visible spectroscopy, protein (enzyme) purification, protein assays, enzyme kinetics, and thermodynamic measurements. Molecular biology techniques such as restriction endonuclease digestion of plasmids, cell transformation, gene expression will also be covered. This is a Writing Emphasis Course. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Special course fee required: $150. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 243A required to have taken or equivalent (CHEM 244A or 247A). Prerequisite or Concurrent registration, BIOC 462A. Prerequisites may be waived if proof of extensive research lab experience is provided. Satisfaction of the Mid-Career Writing Assessment (MCWA). Typical structure: 6 hours laboratory, 2 hours lecture. Usually offered: Fall, Spring.

Credits:

3.00 - 4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arizona.edu

Phone Number:

(520) 621-2211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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