FS 555 - Biotechnology

Institution:

Arcadia University

Subject:

Forensic Science

Description:

This course includes lectures and limited laboratory demonstrations in DNA technology. The topic areas include: classical examples of biotechnology, automated DNA quantitation, PCR and RT PCR analysis, slab-gel and capillary electrophoresis, detection methods (fluorescent dyes), genetic analyzers, STR, Y-STR, SNP (nuclear DNA) genotyping, mtDNA sequencing, DNA database analysis, and applications of biotechnology to various fields with an emphasis on their use in the forensic sciences.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.arcadia.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 572-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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