MMBIO 441
Advanced Molecular Biology
Microbiology and Molecular Biology
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Molecular biology of gene structure and expression in prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Current Research Presentation
Learning Outcome
Present current research from the scientific literature.*Relates to Program Learning Outcomes: Communicate scientific information using oral methods; interpret, analyze and critique experiments from the primary scientific literature. Presenting research findings through effective oral and written presentations.
Title
Principles of Molecular Biology
Learning Outcome
Learn molecular biology principles through study, lecture, and class discussion. An emphasis will be on understanding the experiments used to learn these principles.
*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Knowledge of principles and techniques of molecular and cellular biology preparing students for further education and/or employment.
Title
Experimental Design and Data Interpretation
Learning Outcome
Apply the principles learned to design experiments and properly interpret experimental data.
*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Proficiency in formulating research projects
Title
Integrity and Ethical Behavior
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior during all class work.
*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Commitment to professional integrity and ethical behavior consistent with the mission of the University.
