Introduction to Biotechnology and Basic Laboratory Techniques

Course Code: 
BTC120
Department: 
Biotechnology
Lecture Hours: 
2
Lab Hours: 
4
Total Credits: 
4
Description: 
Is an introductory course designed to acquaint students to the field of biotechnology. Topics include the history of biotechnology and the biopharmaceutical industry, the drug discovery and development processes, and a description of current marketed drugs. The course also introduces techniques of the biotechnology industry such as recombinant DNA technology, mammalian cell culture and protein expression.
Prerequisite: 
High school biology (college preparatory or higher) or BIO 101; and ENG 098 or placement into ENG 101
Term(s) Offered: 
Varies