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3. Perform laboratory techniques in basic
biology, molecular biology, and biotechnology
(protein purification, centrifugation,
chromatography, ELISA, gel electrophoresis,
DNA purification, PCR based methods,
methods for introduction of genes in cloning
vectors, DNA fingerprinting, analysis of DNA
sequence information with bioinformatics
tools, immunodetection, etc…).
4. Use computers, and other available
technology, in the study of molecular
biology.
5. Use the library databases, and access the
Internet, to conduct literature searches to
complete the required class Project and
Thesis.
6. Explain and integrate biological principles,
as applied to basic and molecular biology.
7. Show a fundamental body of knowledge in
basic and molecular biology.
8. Develop a strong diversified background
in modern biology, appropriate to the
individual student goals.
9. Develop critical-thinking, and problem
based learning skills.
10. Develop the ability to communicate
scientific ideas in both written, and oral,
formats.
11. Understand the current trends in molecular
and genetic research, and critically
appraise published work.
12. Demonstrate an ability to design, undertake,
and interpret, a research project, presented
in the form of a dissertation.
CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS
The M.S. in Molecular Biology degree requires
a total of 30 credits, comprised of the following
requirements: Core graduate courses (9 credits);
Elective graduate courses (15 credits); Thesis (6
credits).
I. M.S. Core Courses (9 credits)
BIO805 Protein Research Methods 3
BIO806 Genomics Research Methods 3
BIO822 Advanced Molecular Biology 3
II. M.S. Elective Courses (15 credits)
BIO841 Molecular Physiology 3
BIO820 Applied and Industrial Microbiology 3
BIO825
Diagnostic Microbiology and
Immunology
3
BIO850 Genomics and Proteomics 3
BIO826 Advances in Cell Biology 3
BIO829 Endocrinology and Metabolism 3
BIO834
Environmental Health and
Toxicology
3
BIO852 Nutrition and Diet Therapy 3
BIO848 Fungal Genetics and Pathogenicity 3
BIO845 Diagnostic and Applied Physiology 3
BIO835 Microbial Pathogenesis 3
BIO888 Current Topics in Microbiology 3
BIO881 Special Topics in Biology 3
III. Thesis (6 credits)
BIO899 Thesis 6
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
BIOCHEMISTRY
BCH301 Biochemistry [4-0, 4 cr.]
This course covers the study of modern
biochemistry concepts in the regulation of the
BIOCHEMISTRY
BCH301 Biochemistry [4-0, 4 cr.]
This course covers the study of modern
biochemistry concepts in the regulation of the
metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins,
and nucleic acids. Enzymes and coenzymes
will also be discussed.
Prerequisites: BIO201 Biology I
Pre or Co-requisite: CHM312 Organic
Chemistry II.
BIOLOGY (UNDERGRADUATE)
BIO101 Introduction to Biological Science
[3-3, 4 cr.]
This course covers the general biology for Arts’
students. It is a simplified presentation of the
basic biological concepts, with emphasis on the
human biology. Arts’ students may choose the
BIO201-202 bi-semester sequential course,
after seeking the approval of the advisor, and
the course’s instructor.
BIO200 Basic Biology [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course introduces basic principles
of human biology. It focuses on cell and
tissue structure and function, classification,
evolution, modern genetics and molecular
biology. It also provides a brief coverage of
organs and systems in relation to diseases.
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