Course Descriptions 2023-2024 School Year INDUSTRIAL BIOTECHNOLOGY ETM4830  Computer Aided Manufacturing  3.0   B This course provides a foundation for computer-aided methods in advanced manufacturing. The focus is on the role of computerized design/manufacturing (CAD/CAM) in the process aspects of computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) systems. Classroom instruction provides a hands-on project-based learning approach in various aspects of applied manufacturing including medical devices.... Full Description ETI3173C  Applied Manufacturing Quality Assurance and Quality Control  3.0   B This is a manufacturing course intended for biotechnology majors focusing on the international regulatory affairs, compliance, and quality assurance aspects of working in a regulated environment. This course will examine the development of biotechnology products. This course will cover the principles of quality assurance with applications to international regulatory affairs used in biotechnology including the medical diagnostic, biopharmaceutical and medical device sectors. Course work will include topics in basic principles of industry, quality, regulatory affairs, major departmental functions, international regulatory agencies, harmonization, current good manufacturing, laboratory and clinical practices, audits, inspections, regulatory su Full Description BSC4422C  Applied Industrial Biotechnology  3.0   B This course examines biological, biochemical, ecological, engineering, entrepreneurial, and ethical aspects of biotechnology in industry, agriculture, and medicine.... Full Description BSC4941  Internship in Biotechnology     B This course provides an internship working on a project in biotechnology in an external laboratory or industrial setting. The student will work with an external qualified supervisor and with a faculty mentor. The internship should contribute to the student's personal and professional development by providing a work environment where they can apply their academic knowledge, explore a career path, and begin to establish a network of professional contacts. It is coordinated by SF faculty to develop a mutually beneficial experience for the both the student and the site.... Full Description PCB4028  Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology  3.0   B This course studies the factors influencing the bioavailability of drugs in man in order to optimize the expected therapeutic activity or clinical application.... Full Description CHM4136C  Bioanalytical Instrumental Analysis  3.0   B This course studies the theory and applications of relevant analytical techniques for analysis of drugs in biological and industrial samples.... Full Description PCB3063  Genetics  3.0   B This class is designed as an advanced class for upper level biotechnology and pre-professional Baccalaureate degree seeking students. It provides an overview of the principles of genetics and genetic methods used in biotechnology. The discussion of the application of genomics in society is an integral part of the course. Other topics include forensic applications, personalized medicine and conservation genetics, techniques such as recombinant DNA technology, bioinformatics, phylogenetic methods, and safety considerations for working with potentially pathogenic materials.... Full Description BSC4910C  Directed Independent Research     B Students will conduct research projects or certain aspects of research projects under the supervision of a department 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 BSC4463  Seminar in Environmental Issues in Biotechnology  1.0   B This course examines the environmental and regulatory issues associated with biotechnology.... Full Description BOT4734C  Plant Biotechnology  3.0   B The lecture portion of the class provides students with a foundation in the molecular biology and genetic manipulation of plants. Model plant systems are used to illustrate current concepts and methodologies used in a modern plant biotechnology laboratory. Case studies illustrate commercial applications of products derived from plant biotechnology and introduce students to ethical issues arising from the use of plant biotechnology. The laboratory experience provides students with the opportunity to perform basic manipulations required in a plant biotechnology laboratory and re-enforces the principles presented in lecture.... Full Description MCB4653C  Applied Microbiology  3.0   B This course is designed as an advanced class for upper level biotechnology and pre-professional Baccalaureate degree seeking students. It applies the techniques used in different phases of industrial microbiology including discovery, production, and bioprocessing. The course also aims to teach the principles and practices in the main applications of microorganisms to the industrial production of foods, pure chemicals, proteins and genetically modified products. Other topics include key aspects of metabolic activities, industrial microorganisms and the technology required for large scale cultivation, isolation of fermentation products and an investigation of a wide range of established and novel industrial fermentation processes and products Full Description HSC3503  Toxicology  3.0   B This course covers the basic principles of toxicology, including molecular/cellular sites of action of toxicants and physiological effects of toxicants on individual organ systems. Environmental toxicology is also covered.... Full Description