BIOL 426 - Advanced Molecular and Cell Biology

Units: 3
In-depth look at molecular aspects of cellular processes. Emphasis on experimental evidence of molecular mechanisms responsible for implementation and regulation of gene expression, protein synthesis, membrane transport, intracellular transport, cell signaling, and cell division.

Prerequisites: BIOL 320 with a grade of C- or better.
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Spring ONLY

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Explain the fundamental principles of molecular biology, including DNA and RNA structure and function, cell cycle, mitosis and meiosis;
Analyze the structure and function of cellular organelles, emphasizing their roles in various cellular processes;
Evaluate the mechanisms of regulation of gene expression, including transcriptional, post-transcriptional, and epigenetic control;
Critically evaluate scientific papers through the analyses of published data in the fields of Cell and Molecular Biology;
Synthesize information from primary literature in the fields of Cell and Molecular Biology;
Apply principles of molecular biology and their related techniques to complex problems in Biology.