Molecular Biology Techniques

Catalog description

This course is an introduction to basic laboratory techniques in molecular biology. Through lectures and hands on laboratory experiments students are introduced to methods required to perform basic molecular biology techniques. Techniques covered in the workshop include polymerase chain reaction (PCR), Western blotting, nucleic acid isolation, cloning, protein expression, and siRNA amongst others. No laboratory experience is required. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. 2 credits