PLBIO 3431

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PLBIO 3431
Laboratory in Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering of Plants

Course information provided by the 2023-2024 Catalog.

Companion to Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering of Plants course with laboratory activities that focus on the practice of plant biotechnology. Students construct transgenes using recombinant DNA methods, transfer genes to plants by a variety of approaches including tissue culture-based methods, assess the integration of transgenes in the host genome and analyze their expression by use of reporter gene assays and by preparing and analyzing nucleic acids. Students will also gain basic skills in bioinformatics.


Prerequisites/Corequisites Pre- or corequisite: two courses in genetics, molecular biology or biochemistry, such as PLBIO 3430.

Permission Note Enrollment preference given to: juniors and seniors.

Outcomes

  • Describe the fundamental concepts underlying modern plant molecular biology.
  • Use experimental methods typically used in plant molecular biological studies.

When Offered Spring.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLBIO 5431

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2528 PLBIO 3431   LAB 401

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    This course receives more credit than typical for the meeting pattern due to substantial academic activity outside of instructional hours. Pre- or corequisite: Two courses in genetics, molecular biology or biochemistry, such as PLBIO 3430; or permission of instructor. Enrollment preference given to: juniors and seniors.