BIOL 302 - Molecular Biology of the Cell

4 Credit(s)

This course for pre-medical students and biology and biochemistry majors focuses on the current understanding of cellular structure and function. Emphasis is placed on specific cellular processes and the molecular interactions that govern them. The consequences of cellular dysfunction, including the development of cancer and other diseases are discussed in depth. The course employs primary journal articles, and discussion revolves around the analysis of experimental results. There is a focus on experimental design, both in the lecture and laboratory. Laboratory topics include microscopy, cellular responses to inhibition of normal cellular processes, and the study of cancer cell behavior. Fulfills one cell and molecular biology elective.
3 hours laboratory. 3 hours lecture,
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 262.