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Biochemistry and Biotechnology

Course Code
BCBT 479  Credits
Title Biotechniques: Advanced DNA & RNA Methodology 
Prerequisite CHEM 405 BIOL 385 BIOL 385L 
Course Outline Course Outline 
Description Theory and practice in advanced DNA and RNA techniques with emphasis on isolation of RNA from cells and tissues and its subsequent use in diagnostic and analytical applications. 



Course Code
BCBT 482  Credits
Title Biotechniques: Biofuels 
Prerequisite BIOL 111 CHEM 410 CHEM 415 
Course Outline Course Outline 
Description An introduction to the biological concept of the growing field of Biofuels. In this section block students will learn the complex carbohydrates which make up the dynamic structure of the plant primary cell wall. They will also learn how to extract these carbohydrate moieties, conduct analytical and structural analyses, and also determine the potential energy incumbent within such carbohydrates. 



Course Code
BCBT 490  Credits 1-4 
Title Topics in Biochemistry & Biotechnology 
Prerequisite BIOL 111 CHEM 400 
Course Outline Course Outline 
Description This course will cover a variety of topics or laboratory techniques that may include advanced recombinant DNA and RNA, a short course on cell culturing, surgical techniques, advanced microscopy or other Biochemistry & Biotechniques related subjects. This course will be a combination of two or more topics depending on demand. 



Course Code
BCBT 497  Credits
Title Senior Research Thesis 
Course Outline Course Outline 
Description Research studies in all areas of biochemistry and biotechnology. A comprehensive research report is required. BCBT 497 should be taken only once.