BIO 109 - Preparation for
Biotechnology 5 units
3 hours lecture, 6 hours lab, 5 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and English 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or
equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5; and Mathematics 95 with a
grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level M40.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous
credit for Biology 265B. This course is intended as a preparation
course for students interested in further studies in biotechnology.
The course provides the fundamental knowledge in mathematics, chemistry,
biology, and microbiology for additional biotechnology coursework. Topics
include the fundamental chemical processes common in prokaryotic and
eukaryotic biology, chemistry of biomolecules, cellular and molecular
biology, gene expression and genetic engineering. The laboratory experience
provides basic skills and techniques essential to advanced biotechnology
courses. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private
colleges and universities.
BIO 206
- Biotechnology Instrumentation 6 units (City)
3 hours lecture, 9 hours lab, 6 units
Grade Only
Prerequisite: Biology 205 and Chemistry 201 and 201L, or Biology 109, with a
grade of "C" or better, or equivalent. This is an advanced
lecture/laboratory course implementing major techniques used in the
biotechnology industry. Topics include tissue culture methods, purification
and analysis of nucleic acids and proteins, DNA amplification and cloning
procedures, protein identification methods, scientific information
retrieval, and technical writing. This course is intended for students
seeking employment opportunities in biotechnology. (FT) Associate Degree
Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
