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3.00 Credits
The third course in a three part series, stresses the practice of current techniques used in DNA science, protein isolation, immunology and introduces selected biotechnology protocols. An emphasis is placed on the use of laboratory tools and equipment in order to familiarize the student with current biochemical techniques. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Biology 251, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 2 lecture and 4 lab hours per week. 4 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course will cover a range of bioinformatics research using a case-based, problem solving approach. The course will consist of a combined lecturer-computer laboratory format to provide hands-on experience in applying bioinformatics to a variety of research problems, including genomic analysis, DNA microarray analysis, phylogenetics, three-dimensional structure prediction, and proteomics. Special attention will be paid to ethical, legal and personal concerns in the practice of bioinformatics. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Biology 121, 122, and Biology 210 with a grade of C or better, Math 140, and CIS 142, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 2 lecture and 2 lab hours per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course builds upon the previous quarter course "Introduction to Bioinformatics" andwill cover a range of bioinformatics research using a case-based, problem solving approach. The course will consist of a combined lecturer-computer laboratory format to provide hands-on experience in applying bioinformatics to a variety of research problems, including genomic analysis, DNA microarray, phylogenetics, threedimensional structure prediction, and proteomics. Special attention will be paid to ethical, legal and personal concerns in the practice of bioinformatics. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Biology 260 with a grade of C or better, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 2 lecture and 2 lab hours per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
The Capstone Seminar provides the opportunity for students to integrate and synthesize scientific, behavioral, social, historical, cultural, ethical and moral concepts as they consider, through the use of case studies, the challenges posed by bioinformatics for our society. Among the questions considered are: the privacy of genetic information, the potential for exploitation of unique populations, the balance of health sciences progress and personal health management, the role of gender in applying research, the impact of current copyright law on bioinformatics development and the field's potential for conflict with traditional cultural and religious beliefs. Students will be asked to integrate theoretical and critical knowledge they have gained in courses and the abilities they have developed through their internships and previous work experience. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Biology 261 with a grade of C or better, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 200 minutes per week. 4 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
This 13 week internship will provide students with the opportunity to apply what they have learned along with their technical communication skills and team-building skills in biotechnology, academic institutions, medical facilities and pharmaceutical companies of all sizes. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Biology 262 with a grade of C or better, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 35 lab hours per week. 7 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Special topics in biology and biotechnology will be discussed along with appropriate lab and/or field trip activities. New developments will be emphasized, especially materials useful in K-12 education and industry. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Course may be repeated up to three times when topics are different, and may count for a maximum of six variable credits. Consent of Department Chairperson required for repeatability. .5 to 5 lecture and 1 to 2 lab hours per week. 1-6 credit hours
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3.00 Credits
General biological principles applied to anatomy, physiology, reproduction, and heredity of seed plants. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Placement Test, or English 100 with a C or better, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 2 lecture and 4 lab hours per week. 4 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Survey of modern U.S. business, analyzing organization and types of businesses, major business functions, business and the environment, roles played by business and consumers in the economy and various economic systems. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Review of basic arithmetic principles, application of arithmetic operations to business forms and to analysis and solution of problems of percentage, markup, and markdown, discounts, interest, prorating, life and property insurance, taxation, and payrolls. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course emphasizes an understanding of basic accounting principles and other business concepts as they apply to the reporting of financial data and other economic events of a business enterprise. Emphasis is on recording, analyzing, and interpreting historical data and showing its effect on the business financially. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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