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BIOENG 140L - Synthetic Biology Laboratory

Bioengineering Undergraduate COE - College of Engineering

Subject

BIOENG

Course Number

140L

Department

Bioengineering

Course Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Synthetic Biology Laboratory

Course Description

This laboratory course is designed as an introduction to research in synthetic biology, a ground-up approach to genetic engineering with applications in bioenergy, heathcare, materials science, and chemical production. In this course, we will design and execute a real research project. Each student will be responsible for designing and constructing components for the group project and then performing experiments to analyze the system. In addition to laboratory work, we will have lectures on methods and design concepts in synthetic biology including an introduction to Biobricks, gene synthesis, computer modeling, directed evolution, practical molecular biology, and biochemistry.

Minimum Units

4

Maximum Units

4

Grading Basis

Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option

Method of Assessment

Written Exam

Instructors

Anderson

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Prerequisites

BIO ENG 11 or BIOLOGY 1A.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Course Objectives

Designing and interpreting biological experiments Learning how to plan, coordinate, and implement a genetic engineering project in a group format To master the wetlab techniques of synthetic biology

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to perform synthetic biology experiments including reagent preparation, DNA manipulation, analytical methods, and microbiological techniques. Students will be able to examine analytical data, interpret controls, and make decisions about next steps. Students will be able to work within a team and develop communication skills. Students will be able to understand responsible conduct expectations for wetlab experimentalists. Students will be able to understand the techniques and protocols used in synthetic biology.

Formats

Lecture, Laboratory

Term

Fall and Spring

Weeks

15 weeks

Weeks

15

Lecture Hours

2

Lecture Hours Min

2

Lecture Hours Max

2

Laboratory Hours

6

Laboratory Hours Min

6

Laboratory Hours Max

6

Outside Work Hours

4

Outside Work Hours Min

4

Outside Work Hours Max

4