BMB 445WLaboratory in Molecular Genetics

3 credits · Biochemistry and Molecular Biology · Penn State

Laboratory in molecular techniques in genetic analysis, including use of bacterial systems and in vitro methodologies. The objectives of BMB 445W are to provide advanced Biochemistry and Microbiology students with instruction in (1) techniques commonly used in modern research and clinical laboratories in this field, (2) evaluation of the quality of experimental data, including appropriate analysis, and (3) presentation of results of laboratory work in oral or written form. Students are evaluated via written exercises that assess the understanding of principles and methodology, and the ability to analyze and describe data. In addition, quizzes, problem sets, and exams may be used to assess student understanding. BMB 445W is an extension of the nucleic acid section of BMB 442 , which is a prerequisite for BMB 445W .