BIOL 225 Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology

5 credits

The course will provide an overview of cellular and molecular biology including: cell chemistry, DNA replication, transcription, translation, signal transduction pathways, cell division, cell cycle, cancer biology, and recent advances in the field of biotechnology. Students will be introduced to current molecular biological techniques and research procedures that are used to study these topics in the laboratory. Emphasis will be placed on developing laboratory practices including critical thinking, proper techniques, record-keeping, and scientific writing.

Prerequisites: BIOL& 160 or BIOL& 211

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Apply the scientific method to problem solving and research
Review basic properties of cells and cell organization
Describe DNA replication, transcription, translation, and enzymology
Identify methods and tools for studying genes
Describe the nature of genes and genomes
Review methods of control of gene expression
Explore DNA repair, cell cycle, and cancer
Define cell signaling and signal transduction
Describe current applications of biotechnology
Interpret scientific data through case study examination
Safely implement good laboratory practice (GLP) methods
Research course topics using various tools such as professional journal articles, Internet, and library resources

Total Hours: 70 Lecture Hours: 30 Lab or Clinical Hours: 40