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66 courses with the subject BIT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
BIT 100Current Topics in Biotechnology ()4
This course provides both science and non-science students an opportunity to learn about current issues in biotechnology that play a role in our society. Topic areas will include contemporary and historical applications of biotechnology. From alternative fuel sources to the ramifications of the elucidation of the human genome on health care issues, advances in biotechnology are constantly reshaping the world we live in. Students will give presentations and participate in discussions i the classroom, as well as be engaged in the laboratory on a variety of different topics in biotechnology that affects all our lives. GEP Interdisciplinary Perspectives, GEP Natural Sciences Typically offered in Fall only
This course offers first-and second-year students an opportunity for a mentored research experience in a small class environment. Students will learn how to apply the scientific method to make new discoveries and contribute to scientific knowledge. Students may need to come to the lab outside class meeting times to complete work on occasion (flexible hours). Examples of research questions to be investigated in different sections: - Investigating bacteriophage for the management of American Floubrood Disease (AFS) of honey bees - Using planarian as a model system for studying genes important in stem cell differentiation and regeneration - Investigating the genetic potential of complex microbial populations. - Gene expression profiling in zebrafish embryos exposed to antibiotics and anti-acne compounds Freshmen and Sophomores only.
Offered as needed to present materials not normally available in regular course offerings or for offering of new courses on a trial basis. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer BIT 402/BIT 502 Biotechnology Networking and Professional Development (1 credit hours) This course provides students interested in the biotechnology field an opportunity to gain valuable network, job application, and interviewing skills. Over the course of the semester students will meet with ~20 biotechnology professionals in our area. In addition, students will learn from individuals in biotechnology jobs about the diverse careers options available and strategies for navigating the job market successfully. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
3 BIT 473 Protein Interactions 2 2 BIT 474 Plant Genetic Engineering 2 3 BIT 565 Real-time PCR Techniques 2 1 BIT 571 RNA Interference and Model Organisms 2 1 BIT 573 Protein Interactions 2 3 BIT 574 Plant Genetic Engineering 2 1 ENT 305 Introduction to Forensic Entomology 3 3 Group A - Physical Sciences 1 AEE 226 Computer Applications and Information 3 3 Technology in Agricultural & Extension Ed ations 2 BAE 200 Computer Methods in Biological Engineering 2 3 BMA 573 Mathematical Modeling of Physical and Biological 3 3 Processes I
The haploid human genome occupies a total of just over 3 billion DNA base pairs. This information is not contained in books, but stored in electronic databases. Computational biology utilizes infer function by comparative analysis. This course is designed for life scientists from all fields to introduce them to the power of bioinformatics and enable them to access and utilize biological information in databases for their own research. Typically offered in Fall only This course is offered alternate even years Graduate Catalog 989 BIT 477/BIT 577 Metagenomics (2 credit hours) Participants will be introduced to a variety of methods for studying the complex microbial populations that surround us, including theory, applications, limitations, and health and legal implications. Students will apply deep sequencing techniques to mine the genetic diversity of complex microbial populations such as the rhizosphere, a swine lagoon sample, or even the communities of microbes growing happily inside your kitchen sink drain. This course will provide hands-on experience with molecular and computational tools that can be used to study the relationships between microbial communities and ecosystems or hosts. Typically offered in Fall only BIT 479/BIT 579 High-Throughput Discovery (2 credit hours) In this eight-week lab module, participants will be introduced to high- throughput (HT) discovery science and the underlying quantitative biology skills necessary for robust assay design. Participants will learn modern high-throughput screening approaches that will prepare them to design, validate, and perform cutting-edge screens. Different HT approaches will be discussed using authentic case studies and critical thinking scenarios based on published studies. Essential quantitative biology skills for the design and analysis of HT discovery science will be emphasized and tested regularly using "biomath" quizzes. The power of automation and robotics will be highlighted and hands-on experience with a liquid handler and the software used to operate it will be routine in the lab sessions. Participants will also be exposed to novel high-throughput approaches through discussions of new technologies and guest speakers who are experts in the field. Students will not receive credit for both BIT 479 and BIT 579. Typically offered in Spring only BIT 480/BIT 580 Yeast Metabolic Engineering (2 credit hours) Participants will be introduced to a variety of methods for using yeast to produce commercially relevant products. Topics will include cultivation, genetic manipulation to delete or replace genes, transformation, heterologous gene expression and codon optimization/gene synthesis. Various modern molecular cloning approaches and computational resources will be discussed. Students will apply gene manipulation approaches to engineer Saccharomyces cerevisiae to produce beta- carotene and/or other relevant biotechnology products. This will be accomplished by assembling a series of optimized genes in the biosynthetic pathway using the versatile genetic assembly system (VEGAS) that exploits the capacity of Saccharomyces cerevisiae to join sequences with terminal homology by homologous recombination. Expression will be compared by assembling libraries of transcriptional units with different promoters and using different genetic knock-outs as hosts. Additionally, computational modeling of metabolic processes will be used to assess perturbations to metabolic fluxes. Typically offered in Spring only
A learning experience in the area of biotechnology within an academic framework that utilizes facilities and resources which are external to the campus. Contact and arrangements with prospective employers must be initiated by student and approved by a faculty adviser, the prospective employer, and the departmental teaching coordinator prior to the experience. Project must be approved by the Academic Coordinator or Program Director of the Biotechnology Program. Typically offered in Summer only
A learning experience within an academic framework that utilizes campus facilities and resources. Contact and arrangements with prospective mentor(s) must be initiated by student and approved by a faculty adviser, the prospective mentor, and the departmental teaching coordinator prior to the experience. Project must be approved by the Academic Coordinator of Program Director of the Biotechnology Program. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Offered as needed to present materials not normally available in regular course offerings or for offering of new courses on a trial basis. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Independent study in Biotechnology under the supervision of a Biotechnology faculty member. Restricted to graduate students in the Biotechnology Program with consent of the supervising faculty. May not be taken in the first semester of graduate study. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Offered as needed to present materials not normally available in regular course offerings or for offering of new courses on a trial basis. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Teaching experience under the mentorship of faculty who assist the student in planning for the teaching assignment, observe and provide feedback to the student during the teaching assignment, and evaluate the student upon completion of the assignment.
Independent study in Biotechnology under the supervision of a Biotechnology faculty member. Restricted to graduate students in the Biotechnology Program with consent of the supervising faculty. May not be taken in the first semester of graduate study. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
BIT 811Molecular Biotechnology Professional Development (2
credit hours) In this course, students will be introduced to concepts and practices related to Professional Development for PhD-level biotechnology-focused careers in science and engineering (academia, industry, government).
BIT 510 Core Technologies in Molecular and Cellular
BIT 812Capstone Biotechnology ()3
In this course, students will be introduced to concepts and practices related to the biotechnology industry, how the stock market influences technology development, how technology transfer happens, and the process by which a technology company forms. Typically offered in Spring only
Students will be introduced to concepts and practices related to the Responsible Conduct of Research in the biotechnology field. Students will have the opportunity to engage in relevant group activities and several guest speakers will provide additional perspective. Typically offered in Fall only
This course will engage graduate student researchers on issues related to rigor and reproducibility in biological and biotechnology research, including technical rigor, descriptions of methods and reagents, proper controls, and statistical analyses, through active discussions and literature examination. Typically offered in Spring only Biotechnology (BIT) 7
Intensive three-week or six-week courses in advanced technologies such as DNA sequencing, downstream processing, immunological techniques, construction of c-DNA libraries, mammalian embryo manipulation, plant transformation, bioreactor design, cloning in gram positive bacteria, electron microscopy or techniques in yeast molecular biology. Typically offered in Summer only
Teaching experience under the mentorship of faculty who assist the student in planning for the teaching assignment, observe and provide feedback to the student during the teaching assignment, and evaluate the student upon completion of the assignment. Doctoral students only (DR) Typically offered in Fall and Spring
