Course Descriptions 2023-2024 School Year BIOTECHNOLOGY-BTN BSC1421  Introduction to Biotechnology  3.0   P This course introduces the biotechnology industry, with emphasis on current applications in medicine, agriculture, forensics, and the environment. Topics will cover the basic principles of DNA and protein structure, function, and analysis. Industrial regulations, ethical, legal, and social issues relevant to biotechnology will also be addressed. The laboratory course provides hands on experience for basic and common biotechnology laboratory techniques including but not limited to laboratory safety, aseptic techniques, measurements and calculations, preparation of solutions, use of pH meters, spectrophotometers, centrifuges, etc., as well as training in specific biotechnology techniques.... Full Description BSC2423C  Protein Biotechnology and Cell Culture  3.0   P Introduction to protein biotechnology and methods of protein purification and analyses. Includes instruction in basic techniques of plant and animal cell culture.... Full Description BSC2426C  Biotechnology Methods 1  3.0   P Modern concepts of molecular biology, with a laboratory focus on basic methods for preparing and analyzing nucleic acids.... Full Description BSC2943  Biotechnology Internship  3.0   P A cooperative education work experience in a public or private laboratory with application of the principles and methods of biotechnology.... Full Description ETI2170  Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs  3.0   O This is a manufacturing course intended for biotechnology majors focusing on the quality assurance aspects of working in a regulated environment. This course will cover the principles of quality assurance with applications to regulatory affairs used in biotechnology and Nano biotechnology manufacturing. Course work will include topics in quality, regulatory affairs, ethics, current good manufacturing practices, audits, inspections, regulatory submissions, post-approval surveillance, globalization, international trade, and appropriate documentation. Using case studies from industry, the laboratory will detail typical biotechnology quality assurance procedures with the appropriate manufacturing documentation, focusing on labeling and product. Full Description ETI2411  Introduction to Manufacturing  3.0   O This is a manufacturing course intended for biotechnology majors. This course will provide an introduction to the processes and materials used in today's manufacturing environments including the medical diagnostic, biopharmaceutical and medical device sectors. Students will gain an appreciation for working in a regulated environment. Topics will include basic principles of industry, major departmental functions, regulatory agencies, current good manufacturing and laboratory practices, safety, engineering controls, aseptic and sterile processing techniques, inventory management, and documentation.... Full Description ETI2411L  Introduction to Manufacturing Laboratory  1.0   O The laboratory will detail a typical biotechnology procedure with the appropriate manufacturing documentation including batch records, raw materials, and excursions.... Full Description MLT2191  Histology Techniques  3.0   O This course is intended for biotechnology majors and for students interested in careers in histotechnology. This course will provide an introduction to the processes and materials used in today's histotechnology laboratory environments including the medical diagnostic, biotechnology, and research sectors. Students will gain an appreciation for working in a regulated environment. Topics will include basic principles of fixation and processing, major instrumentation, preparation of solutions and stains pertinent to the histology lab, current good manufacturing and laboratory practices, safety, knowledge of various tissues used in histology, and documentation.... Full Description MLT2191L  Histology Techniques Laboratory  1.0   O The laboratory will detail typical histotechnology procedures with the appropriate documentation.... Full Description BSC1421L  Introduction to Biotechnology Lab  1.0   P Lab for Introduction to Biotechnology.... Full Description CHM2124C  Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry  3.0   P This course is designed for chemistry-based laboratory technicians to emphasize applied aspects rather than the theoretical ones. Students will learn and master the techniques and tools for chemical analysis. It includes classic quantitative analysis and related experiments intended to instill a mindset that emphasizes analytical skill and technique.... Full Description BSC2427C  Biotechnology Methods 2  3.0   P Continued study of molecular biology, with a laboratory focus on advanced methods for manipulating and analyzing nucleic acids.... Full Description CHM1031L  Physiological Chemistry Lab  1.0   P Laboratory topics include developing isotonic and buffer solutions; amino acid chromatography; salivary amylase; lipid and antigen/antibody testing. Safety equipment is required.... Full Description CHM1031  Physiological Chemistry  3.0   P This course provides a study of the dynamics of body fluids including blood, urine, and cerebral spinal fluid. Topics include electrolytes and acid/base balance, excitable membranes, energy metabolism and organic compounds. Physiological aspects of carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids are examined. Required for biotechnology technician students.... Full Description ETI2160C  Metrology  3.0   O This is a manufacturing course intended for biotechnology majors focusing on quality control aspects of working in a regulated environment. This course will cover the principles, techniques, and devices of metrology with applications to procedures used in biotechnology and nanotechnology manufacturing. Topics will include basic principles of metrology, role of metrology in national and international trade, assay validation, current good manufacturing and laboratory practices, statistical process control, calibration, traceability, quality control measurement techniques and applications, and documentation. The laboratory will detail typical biotechnology quality control procedures with the appropriate manufacturing documentation, focusing on Full Description BSC2910C  Independent Research  3.0   O Students will conduct research projects or certain aspects of research projects under the supervision of the instructor. This course is intended to help students acquire skills in applying research principles and obtaining practice in rigorous data collection and reporting.... Full Description MCB2013C  Microbiology Methods for Laboratory Sciences  4.0   P This introductory microbiology course is intended for laboratory science majors in clinical and technology industries. A strong practical-theoretical approach is used to create an active hands-on learning environment. Topics include the study of bacteria, molds, yeast and other microorganisms. Prerequisite: introductory biology or chemistry is suggested.... Full Description BSC2847  Scientific Communication for Biotechnology  2.0   P This course is designed to teach biotechnology students the different forms of scientific communication. Communication skills will include technical writing, research publication, grant proposal, and poster presentation, and oral communication. In addition, students will be trained in the following analytical skills; compiling and analyzing data, generating figures and tables, incorporating basic statistical analyses in scientific writing, and reading/interpreting scientific literature.... Full Description BSC2435  Introduction to Bioinformatics  1.0   P This course presents students with the fundamental knowledge and skills of bioinformatics. Specific topics to be covered include data file formats, accessing public databases for retrieval and submission, analysis using common tools, and scripting.... Full Description BSC2416C  Cell Culture and Applications in Tissue Engineering  3.0   P This course introduces students to the fundamentals of tissue engineering with respect to the biomaterials, cells, and growth factors used in a typical project. Topics include cell and tissue biology, biomaterials, drug delivery, engineering methods and design, and clinical implementation. The principles underlying strategies for employing selected cells, biomaterial scaffolds, mechanical loading, and culture conditions, for the regeneration of tissues and organs in vitro and in vivo will be addressed. Laboratory techniques associated with specific applications including skin, nerve, bone, blood vessel, and soft tissue regeneration will be taught at an introductory level.... Full Description PHY1000L  Vocational Applications of Physics Lab  1.0   O This course introduces concepts related to the practical applications of physics in vocational areas such as air-conditioning, heating, refrigeration, electronics, and auto mechanics.... Full Description MLT2022C  Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science  3.0   O This is an introductory course for clinical laboratory science. The content covers a broad range of discipline specific topics. Students will gain a foundational base in medical terminology, laboratory organization and operations, professional behavior and ethics, research skills and communication, lab safety and certification/licensure.... Full Description