CHEM 431LAB - Biochemistry Laboratory

Description:
Quantitative and qualitative biochemical techniques applied to proteins and nucleic acids. Six hours of laboratory weekly. Course will be offered every year (Fall and Winter).

Prerequisites:
Co- or prerequisite: CHEM 431. Prerequisite: CHEM 361LAB with a grade of C- or higher.

Credits: (2)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Set-up and operate biochemical instrumentation
Record data in a laboratory notebook
Calculate data and organize results in tabular or graphical format
Interpret results from UV-visible, electrophoretic, and other biochemical experiments
Write laboratory reports with correct nomenclature, vocabulary, and data presentation
Design experiments to characterize kinetic parameters of an enzyme

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
11/30/06

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