BIOL 260 - Topics in Biotechnology

Credits: (3)
Introductory course with topics covering many aspects of biotechnology, including those that relate to animals, microbes, human health, agriculture and the environment. Students will learn about the modern process of drug development, from the early stage of target identification and generation of lead compounds to regulatory approval, and the role of biotechnology in this complex process. Finally, the course will explore the various careers in biotechnology such as research and development, quality control and quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and patent development. Lecture only. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 221 Genetics (4) , CHEM 201 Organic Chemistry I (4) -CHEM 202 Organic Chemistry II (4). (As needed)