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BCME 002: Fundamentals of Molecular Biology

Units: 4

Familiarizes students with the principles of molecular and cell biology required to solve contemporary scientific, biomedical, and engineering problems involving biomolecules and living systems. Topics include an introduction to the cell, the structure, function and metabolism of the main biomolecules, DNA replication, transcription and translation, control of gene expression, an introduction to molecular biotechnology: recombinant DNA, connections between molecular biology and disease, ethical considerations in DNA manipulation.

Course Details
Repeats Allowed for Credit: 0

Crosslisted with: BIOE 002
Discussion included
Normal Letter Grade only

GE Requirements
  • Approaches to Knowledge: Life Science

Requisites and Restrictions


Instructor Permission Required: No


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