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FOR 505 - Molecular Biology

Course Description:The proposed course “Molecular Biology” will focus on the principles of modern molecular biology. Topics covered: Central dogma, DNA, chromosomes, replication, recombination, transposons, transcription, RNA, tRNA, mRNA, rRNA, small RNAs, translation, genes, splicing, genetic code, gene expression, gene regulation, genetic code, development, specialized cells, post-transcriptional control, DNA methylation, bioinformatics. Methods in molecular biology: Southern, Northern, Western Blots, Sanger sequencing, next generation sequencing, microarrays, PCR, cloning, restriction enzymes, gel electrophoresis. Course Rotation:Spring, NY 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate Schedule Types: Lecture, Tutorial Forensic Science Department Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels:            Graduate Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors:            Forensic Science Prerequisites: Undergraduate level BIO 102 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level CHE 112 Minimum Grade of D