Science 170L - Molecular Biology

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Claremont McKenna College

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Description:

Karpel An introduction to the molecular biology of viruses, prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic plant and animal cells. Lecture topics will include DNA structure, replication, mutation, recombination, transposition, recombinant DNA, protein synthesis from the viewpoints of transcription, translation and regulation, and virus structure and function. Laboratory experiments will include DNA isolation from prokaryotes and eukaryotes, restriction and ligation, cloning and isolation of recombinant DNA, and methods of protein analysis. Prerequisites: Biology 43, Chemistry 14 and 15 (or 29), or both semesters of the AISS sequence, and Chemistry 116. Biology 143 is strongly suggested. Enrollment limited to 18. Laboratory fee $50. Offered every semester.

Credits:

1.50

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.claremontmckenna.edu/

Phone Number:

(909) 621-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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