BIOT 241 - Nucleic Acid Methods

(G only)

Introduction to molecular techniques used in the study of nucleic acids. Topics include DNA and RNA isolation, an introduction to bioinformatic methods, agarose gel electrophoresis, qPCR or RT-qPCR, and PCR. PREREQUISITE(S): BIOT 201. PRE- or COREQUISITE(S): BIOT 240 or consent of department. Three hours laboratory each week.

1 semester hour

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Use manufacturer instructions to isolate DNA and RNA; perform quantitation and quality control.
Perform end-point PCR and agarose gel electrophoresis.
Perform calculations associated with standard DNA and RNA methods.

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