BTC 250 – Principles of Genetics

Biotechnology
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers the basic principles of genetics. Topics will include Mendelian inheritance, gene mapping, molecular genetics, regulation of gene expression, population genetics, quantitative genetics, and the genetics of cancer. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of genetics and the principles of heredity.

BTC 260 – Marine Biotechnology

Biotechnology
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course is designed to introduce biotechnology as it pertains to the marine environment: its unique characteristics, its promise, and the challenges it presents for industry. Topics include bioremediation, drug discovery and development, genomics, proteomics, biomaterials, bioengineering, mariculture and public policy. Upon completion, students should be able to research, develop, and market a marine bioproduct.

BTC 270 – Recombinant DNA Technology

Biotechnology
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course covers basic methods in biotechnology for the manipulation of nucleic acids. Emphasis is placed on topics concerning techniques used in recombinant DNA technology, including PCR, restriction digests, mapping, cloning, and forensics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the theory, practice, and application of recombinant DNA techniques.

BTC 281 – Bioprocess Techniques

Biotechnology
Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course covers processes used in the production of biomolecules. Emphasis is placed on the production, characterization, and purification of biological products using fermentation, centrifugation, filtration, electrophoresis, and other techniques used in industry. Upon completion, students should be able to produce biological products using the various methods of bioprocessing.

BTC 285 – Cell Culture

Biotechnology
Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the theory and practices required to successfully initiate and maintain plant and animal cell cultures. Topics include aseptic techniques, the growth environment, routine maintenance of cell cultures, specialized culture techniques, and various applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to grow, maintain, and manipulate cells Read More

BTC 286 – Immunological Techniques

Biotechnology
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course covers the principles and practices of modern immunology, including the interactions between the various cellular and chemical components of the immune response. Topics include antigens, humoral immunity, cellular immunity, complement, immunological assays, and hybridoma use and production. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the immune response, perform immunological assays, and make Read More

BTC 288 – Biotechnology Lab Experience

Biotechnology
Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 2
This course provides an opportunity to pursue an individual laboratory project in biotechnology. Emphasis is placed on developing, performing, and maintaining records of a project in a specific area of interest. Upon completion, students should be able to complete the project with accurate records and demonstrate an understanding of the process.

BUS 110 – Introduction into Business

Business
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides a survey of the business world. Topics include the basic principles and practices of contemporary business. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of business concepts as a foundation for studying other business subjects. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a pre-major Read More

BUS 115 – Business Law I

Business
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the student to the legal and ethical framework of business. Contracts, negotiable instruments, the law of sales, torts, crimes, constitutional law, the Uniform Commercial Code, and the court systems are examined. Upon completion, the student should be able to identify legal and ethical issues that may arise in business decisions and the Read More

BUS 121 – Business Mathematics

Business
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers fundamental mathematical operations and their application to business problems. Topics include payroll, pricing, interest and discount, commission, taxes, and other pertinent uses of mathematics in the field of business. Upon completion, students should be able to apply mathematical concepts to business.