Techniques include DNA purification, construction of plasmid gene libraries and DNA sequencing. Biology 331 or 426. The study of molecular biology of prokaryotic, eukaryotic and viruses, including their phylogeny, structure and replication. Biology 331 or 426. Students learn to recognize the characteristic plants of the various plant communities of Southern California, and problems resulting from habitat destruction, urbanization and loss of species are discussed.
Laboratory includes collecting techniques, identification and habitat comparisons.
A study of fundamental physiological processes of vertebrate tissues, organs and systems. Chemistry 201 or 331. An introduction to scientific literature. In this two-unit seminar course, students read scientific papers and analyze the works of other scientists. An introduction to the art of research as applied to the life sciences.