BIOT110 — Introduction to Biotechnology
Designed to introduce students to multiple aspects of the biotechnology industry. The biology behind biotechnology including an introduction to DNA, proteins, cells and cell function, and genetic engineering is the introductory unit. Another unit describes various sectors of the biotechnology industry including diagnostics, therapeutics, agriculture, and bioremediation. Product development in the context of a regulated environment (GLP, GCP, cGMP) and company structure is also described. A third area covers job search, employer expectations, and ethics at the workplace. Also discussed is an introduction to basic laboratory math, lab safety, equipment and reagents, and introduction to experimental design. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 / ENGL 011 , MATH 050 . Three hours each week. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently with MATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 030 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course