Biology | Molecular Biology
L211 | 0650 | Kehoe


Course Format: Lecture: 11:15A-12:30P, TR, JH A100. One fifty-minute
learning group required each week.

Prerequisites:  P: Biol L112. Strongly recommended C105.

Course Description: Structure and function of DNA, RNA, and protein.  The
genetic code, transcription, translation, and DNA replication.  Introduces
bacteriophages, plasmids, and basic recombinant DNA technology.  Includes
mechanisms and regulation of gene expression as well as mechanisms of
mutation, repair, recombination, and transposition of DNA.

Required Text: TBA.

Weekly Assignments: Collaborative learning worksheets, readings from textbook.

Exams/Papers: Two midterm exams, comprehensive final and weekly evaluations
of work conducted in collaborative learning groups.