BTEC 303 - Applied Cell Biology (4)

This course will provide an overview of modern cell biology with emphasis on applications in cell-based therapeutics and commercial processes. The course will include a foundation in molecular aspects of cell biology including cell structure, organelle structure and function, protein trafficking, membrane dynamics, cell adhesion, signal transduction, cell cycle control, and cell death. These concepts will be presented in the context of current applications of cell biological approaches in clinical medicine and commercial production of biologicals. The course comprises a 1 CR laboratory component where students will learn hands-on techniques for cell culturing and imaging.

Grading: Graded
Course ID: 102598
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Prerequisite/Corequisite: You must have completed BIOL 302 with a ‘C’ or better.