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BTC 150 - Bioethics
This course introduces the current ethics issues surrounding the biotechnology industries. Topics will include risk assessment, the relationships between science, technology, and society, and the effects of new biotechnology products upon the natural world. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and critical thinking skills in decision-making related to bioethical issues.. |
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| Corequisites: RED 090 |
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BTC 181 - Basic Lab Techniques
This course introduces the basic skills and knowledge necessary in a biological or
chemical laboratory. Emphasis is placed on good manufacturing practices, safety,
solution preparation, and equipment operation and maintenance following standard
operating procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and perform
basic laboratory procedures using labware, solutions, and equipment according to
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BTC 270 - Recombinant DNA Techniques
This course covers basic methods in biotechnology for the manipulation of nucleic acids. Emphasis is placed on topics concerning techniques used in recombinant DNA technology, including PCR, restriction digests, mapping, cloning, and forensics. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of the theory, practice, and application of recombinant DNA techniques.
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| Prerequisites: (BTC 250 or BIO 250) and BTC 181 |
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BTC 281 - Bioprocess Techniques
This course covers processes used in the production of biomolecules. Emphasis is placed on the production, characterization, and purification of biological products using fermentation, centerfugation, filtration, electrophoresis, and other techniques used in industry. Upon completion, students should be able to produce biological products using the various methods of bioprocessing.
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Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours: 6 |
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| Prerequisites: BTC 181 |
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BTC 282 - Biotech Fermentation I
This course provides an introduction to fermentor classification and configuration for small-scale laboratory processes utilizing prokaryotic organisms to demonstrate techniques used in fermentation procedures. Topics include batch process records, fermentor design, fermentation theory, and medium formulation, as well as techniques used for cell harvesting, cell disruption and fractionation methods. Upon completion, students should be able to set up a fermentor; grow prokaryotic cells, and isolate and collect various fractions derived from fermentation. |
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| Prerequisites: BTC 181 |
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BTC 283 - Biotech Fermantation II
This course introduces techniques for recovery of fermentation products to include removal of insoluables, product isolation, high resolutions techniques and product polishing using eukaryotic cells. Topics include filter design, separation processes such as flocculation, coagulation, distillation, liquid-liquid extraction, different types of chromatography and emerging technologies for product recovery. Upon completion, students should be able to perform eukaryotic cell cultivation and various separation techniques used in small-scale fermentation with an understanding of scale-up procedures. |
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| Prerequisites: BTC 282 |
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BTC 285 - Cell Culture
This course introduces the theory and practices required to successfully initiate and maintain plant and animal cell cultures. Topics include aseptic techniques, the growth environment, routine maintenance of cell cultures, specialized culture techniques, and various applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to grow, maintain, and manipulate cells in culture. |
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Credit Hours: 3 |
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| Prerequisites: BIO 175 or BIO 275 |
| Corequisites: None |
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BTC 286 - Immunological Techniques
This course covers the principles and practices of modern immunology, including the interactions between the various cellular and chemical components of the immune response. Topics include antigens, humoral immunity, cellular immunity, complement, immunological assays, and hybridoma use and production. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the immune response, perform immunological assays, and make monoclonal antibody-producing hybridomas. |
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Class Hours: 3 |
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Credit Hours: 4 |
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| Prerequisites: BTC 285 |
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BTC 288 - Biotech Lab Experience
This course provides an opportunity to pursue an individual laboratory project in biotechnology. Emphasis is placed on developing, performing, and maintaining records of a project in a specific area of interest. Upon completion, students should be able to complete the project with accurate records and demonstrate an understanding of the process. |
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| Prerequisites: BIO 250 or BTC 270 and BTC 281, BTC 285 or BTC 286 |
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