BIO 761 - DNA Barcoding and Applications

4 Credit(s) DNA barcoding is a powerful molecular technique to determine the identity of living specimens using short standardized DNA sequence regions. Course instruction provides foundational knowledge about the techniques and applications of DNA Barcoding and training in relevant hands-on techniques. DNA barcoding knowledge and skills will be applied to original research projects and to research reports or lesson plans related to students’ fields of professional interest. Lectures are combined with intensive laboratory learning experiences and some field experiences. Three lecture hours and one three-hour lab per week.
Pre-requisites: Two college-level biology courses or permission of Department Chairperson.