EB 3410 - Applications of Biotechnology

2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits

Course Description
The course covers applications of biotechnology. An overview of important applications of modern biotechnology on biomolecular engineering is provided. Qualitative and quantitative controls, relevant biotech processes and social and economic impacts of biotechnology are discussed. Laboratory experiments reinforce the concepts from the lecture and emphasize techniques used in biomolecular engineering. (prereq: EB 2410)

Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
A knowledge of contemporary issues
An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
Display a thorough foundation in the basic sciences and sufficient knowledge in the concepts and skills required to design, analyze and control physical, chemical and biological processes in the field of biomolecular engineering
Discuss the applications of biotechnology
Discuss the biotechnology tools in regard to their application in biomolecular engineering
Design and perform simple biotechnology experiments, including hypothesis formation, measurements, and positive and negative controls
Demonstrate the laboratory skills related to basic biotechnology techniques
Analyze the experimental data using basic science and engineering skills
Discuss the new developments in biotechnology in regard to the biomolecular engineering field
Apply their knowledge of biology, chemistry, and biotechnology to solve basic problems in the biotechnology and biomolecular engineering field

Prerequisites by Topic

No prerequisites by topic appended

Course Topics

Biotechnology: science and technology
Manipulating biomolecules: DNA
Polymerase chain reaction
Manipulating biomolecules: protein
Protein Electrophoresis
Western blotting
Immunological Applications
ELISA
Plant Biotechnology
Biological engineering and scale up of industrial process
Impact of biotechnology on economic and societal issues
Student Presentations
Exam

Laboratory Topics

Nucleic Acid Applications: polymerase chain reaction
Protein Applications: protein isolation and purification
Protein Applications: PAGE
Protein Applications: Western blot
Immunological Applications: ELISA
Plant biotechnology
Lab Exam

Coordinator
Eryn Hassemer

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EB 3410 - Applications of Biotechnology