An introduction to the growing field of biotechnology by pairing practical hands-on laboratory activities with career presentations by scientists and industry professionals. Basic biological concepts are covered along with discussions of careers in biomanufacturing, forensics, agriculture, biofuels, bioinformatics and drug discovery.
Course ID
4
Department
Subject
Units
3
Requisites
ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188
Transfer code
UC/CSU
Credit type
Credit/Degree Applicable
Pass/Nopass
P/NP Available
Lecture hours
Lec-35
Lab hours
Lab-52.5
Has field trips
1