Introduction to Biotechnology

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An introduction to the field of biotechnology including applications of biotechnology in molecular biology, biochemistry, research, bioethics, and laboratory safe practices in a regulated environment. The course is supplemented with exciting hands-on laboratory exercises, and real-world research and industry applications which enable the student to master basic skills in working in a biotechnology lab; solution preparation, safe handling of hazardous material, nucleic acid isolation, recombinant DNA cloning, PCR and ELISA. The course concludes with a bioscience career exploration including applied research, biomanufacturing, biomedical devices, and clinical trials.