CHEM 586

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Advanced Biochemistry Methods 2

Chemistry and Biochemistry College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences

Course Description

Continued development of expertise in and the application of biochemical research methods, techniques, and instrumentation building on the skills and experience gained in Chem 584 including, the design and carrying out of directed group research projects.

When Taught

Winter

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3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

1

Fixed

6

Title

Design and execute experiments with nucleic acids using eukaryotic organisms.

Learning Outcome

Apply nucleic acid techniques to isolate, purify, characterize, manipulate, amplify and express DNA and/or RNA in eukaryotic systems

Title

Design and execute experiments with proteins derived from gene expression in eukaryotes

Learning Outcome

Characterize and manipulate proteins obtained from gene expression in eukaryotic organisms.

Title

Clearly communicate research approaches and data.

Learning Outcome

Communicate in written and verbal forms the methods and results of experimentation. Provide sufficient explanation of experimental techniques and approaches to enable others to repeat experiments and verify results.

Title

Demonstrate the ability to use existing resources to address research questions.

Learning Outcome

Utilize available resources (e.g., online, manufacturer's protocols) to plan, execute, and troubleshoot experimental approaches.