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May 05, 2024
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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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BIOT 107 - Human Body Systems and Biomedical Interventions
PROGRAM: Biotechnology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 4
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2013
Presents a basic overview of biological molecules and their role in human body systems. This course emphasizes the current understanding of the role of DNA and RNA, and proteins at the cellular, tissue, and organ system level. The application of these subjects in the field of medicine, forensics, the environment, and biomedical engineering is emphasized. Scientific methods, project management, communications and research skills will be covered.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Understand basic molecular genetics as it applies to organismal genomes.
- Describe processes of recombinant DNA technology and DNA cloning.
- Understand the structure and function of major body systems.
- Comprehend the mechanisms involved in maintaining homeostasis.
- Explain how the body systems interact and respond to its environment.
- Describe dysfunctions that lead to selected diseases and interventions.
- Understand selected infectious diseases and the mechanisms the body uses to defend itself.
- Review the design of medical facilities and devices.
- Understand the processes of DNA fingerprinting and forensic analysis.
- Describe processes and products of medical biotechnology.
- Discuss the ethics surrounding medical interventions and development of biomedical devices.
- Comprehend and utilize the scientific method.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - Lecture Course Content:
- Biotechnology overview
- Cellular Structure and Function
- Genes and genomes
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Mutations and Human Genetic disorders
- Recombinant DNA technology
- Proteins - Structure and Function
- DNA forensics
- Medical and Pharmaceutical biotechnology
- Ethics in human medicine
- Laboratory Course Content:
- Safety Rules and Record Keeping
- DNA Extraction
- DNA Restriction Enzyme Digestion
- Chromatography- HIC
- Gel Electrophoresis
- Internet Resources
- Gene cloning and Transformation
- Genetic Screening
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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