BIOL 1414 - Introduction to Biotechnology I

Institution:

Tyler Junior College

Subject:

Biology - BIOL

Description:

Overview of clasical genetics, DNA structure, the flow of genetic information, DNA replication, gene transcription, protein translation. Principles of major molecular biology and genetic engineering techniques, including restriction enzymes and their used, major types of cloning vectors, construction of libraries, Southern and Northern blotting, hybridization, PCR, DNA typing. Applications of these techniques in human health and welfare, medicine, agriculture and the environment. Introduction to the human genome project, gene therapy, molecular diagnostics, forensics, creation and uses of transgenic plants and animal and animal cloning and of the ethical, legal, and social issues and scientific problems associated with these technologies. Relevant pratical exercies in the above areas.

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.TJC.EDU

Phone Number:

(903) 510-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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