It will address the anatomy and physiology of animals. The fundamental concepts of genetics and evolution will be introduced through appropriate model organisms. Graduate credit only. Graduate credit only. Data that led to the atomic theory, the concept of energy states of atoms, the discovery of elemental materials, and proposals as to the nature of the nucleus will be explored.
Additional courses are to be developed for years two and three of a three-year course cycle.
This course will cover approaches and techniques that are used in biotechnology. The structure of proteins and DNA will be reviewed and the importance of these molecules in biotechnology will be discussed. Techniques to be described in the course include gel electrophoresis, hybridization techniques, and basic cloning techniques. Applications of these techniques will be discussed along with ethics issues raised by their use. Graduate credit only.