Advanced Molecular Biology (390-0-20)

Instructors

Xiaozhong Wang
847/467-4897
Pancoe 1-405, 2200 Campus Drive

Meeting Info

Technological Institute L168: Mon, Wed, Fri 1:00PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

This is a course designed for upper level undergraduate students. Basic molecular genetic mechanisms in eukaryotic organisms are the emphasis of the course. Topics include basic concepts and techniques of molecular biology, organization of genetic information, flow of genetic information, regulation of the flow of genetic information and application of molecular biology in biomedical research.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisite: Students must have completed BIOL_SCI 201-0 or BIOL_SCI 215-0 and BIOL_SCI 202-0 or BIOL_SCI 219-0, and BIOL_SCI 301-0 to register for this course.

Teaching Method

Three lectures and 1 discussion a week.

Evaluation Method

The grade will be evaluated by three midterm exams, homework assignments and discussion participation. Pass/No Pass is not allowed.

Class Materials (Required)

Textbook: Molecular Biology: Principles and Practice Hardcover by Michael M Cox, Jennifer Doudna, Michael O'Donnell ISBN -13: 978-1464126147 ISBN-10: 1464126143 Edition: 2nd. cost $90.63 (AMAZON) Additional reading materials (research articles or reviews) will be assigned for the class.

Class Materials (Suggested)

Suggested: Lodish, Molecular Cell Biology. Publisher: W. H. Freeman; Seventh Edition edition (May 2, 2012) ISBN-10: 142923413X ISBN-13: 978-1429234139.

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Prerequisite: Students must have completed BIOL_SCI 201-0 or BIOL_SCI 215-0 and BIOL_SCI 202-0 or BIOL_SCI 219-0, and BIOL_SCI 301-0 to register for this course.

Associated Classes

DIS - University Hall 122: Tues 4:00PM - 4:50PM

DIS - Technological Institute LG66: Thurs 5:00PM - 5:50PM