BIOL 209 - Techniques in Laboratory Sciences

4 Credits
This course is designed to equip students with the skill set necessary for employment as life science laboratory professionals. Students will learn and practice various lab techniques in a life science laboratory setting. The course will focus on standard laboratory procedures and common laboratory mathematical calculations, procedure documentation and record keeping, solution and media preparation, quality control and quality assurance protocols, specimen handling and storage, as well as regulatory policies and laboratory safety. Course activities are designed to facilitate the application of course content toward development of critical thinking and laboratory problem solving skills.

Grade Note(s): All BIOL prefixed courses required for the BS Biological Sciences degree program require a C or better grade for successful completion.
All BIOL prefixed courses taken as requirements in the Nursing programs require a C or better grade for successful completion.
Fees: Additional course fees apply.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111, BIOL 111L, CHEM 161L, CHEM 161, and MATH 150
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Apply statistical and instrumental analysis to judge the accuracy and precision of collected data.
2. Implement standard safety protocols in the laboratory.
3. Perform standard mathematical calulations utilized in a research laboratory setting.
4. Demonstrate common laboratory procedures and the ability to work with standard equipment and tools used in a biological research laboratory.
5. Demonstrate standard techniques for the isolation, analysis and manipulation of nucleic acids and he purification and analysis of proteins.
6. Demonstrate ethical research practices including accurate record keeping and adherence to regulatory guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies that monitor research practices.
7. Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills and work effectively in a team environment.
8. Describe the documentation practices and regulatory processes prevalent in Biological Science Research laboratories, including research and development, quality assurance and manufacturing.