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School of Molecular Biosciences
molecular.biosciences.wsu.edu
Biotechnology-Life Sciences 102
509-335-1276
Director, J. Nilson; Senior Associate Director, M. Konkel; Associate Director of Graduate Programs, L. Gloss; Associate Director of Undergraduate Programs, W. Davis; Associate Director of Development, J. Alderete; Regents Professor, M. Griswold, M. Smerdon; Professors, J. Alderete, K. Beerman, R. Brosemer, H. Grimes, T. Hassold, P. Hunt, M. Hunzicker-Dunn, M. Kahn, C. Kang, K. H. Kim, A. Kleinhofs, M. Konkel, N. Magnuson, S. Muralidharan, J. Nilson, R. Reeves, M. Skinner, D. von Wettstein, L. Xun; Associate Professors, W. Davis, L. Gloss, C. Her, M. McGuire, K. Roberts (Spokane), E. Shelden, S. Sylvester (Vancouver), L. Taylor, J. Wyrick; Assistant Professors, W. An, W. Chai (Spokane), C. Cooper (Vancouver), C. Haseltine, S. Wang, J. Watts, P. Ye; Additional Graduate Faculty, M. Black, K. Brayton, L. Brewer, W. Brown, J. Browse, S. Carpenter, J. Harding, J. Jones, D. Kramer, B. Lange, L. Lavine, N. Lewis, D. Moffett, B. Rodgers, L. Thomashow, G. Thorgaard; Clinical Associate Professor, C. Helmick, N. McCabe, P. Mixter, M. Sanchez-Lanier; Clinical Assistant Professors, T. Farmerie, D. Mitchell, C. Peters, M. Rolfsmeier, J. Stanton.
Molecular biosciences can be viewed as a dynamic continuum in which approaches derived from biology, chemistry, and physics are utilized to address the fundamental mechanisms of living things. The School of Molecular Biosciences offers undergraduate majors in biochemistry, biotechnology, genetics and cell biology, and microbiology. Students interested in the health professions can major in biochemistry, genetics and cell biology, or microbiology, and readily complete the requirements for application to medical, dental, veterinary, or other professional schools. Each of the areas is described below in more detail.
The School of Molecular Biosciences also offers undergraduate minors in biochemistry, genetics and cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology, and pre-genetics counseling. Requirements for the minors are detailed below.
At the graduate level, the school offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science in Molecular Biosciences and Doctor of Philosophy (Molecular Biosciences).
BIOCHEMISTRY
Biochemistry is an interdisciplinary science that involves the application of methods and theories of chemistry to the study of biological phenomena. An undergraduate major in biochemistry prepares you for a variety of careers in industry, education, public service, and the health professions, or for graduate study and research in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, and many related fields. Students have training opportunities in a wide range of research areas including protein biochemistry, membrane structure and function, molecular biology of gene regulation in animals, plants, and microorganisms, enzymatic reaction mechanisms, signal transduction, DNA repair, reproductive biology, protein-DNA interactions, plant and natural product biochemistry, and structural biology including NMR spectroscopy and x-ray crystallography.
The program offers two curricular options leading to the Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. The biochemistry/biophysics option provides increased emphasis on chemistry, physics, mathematics, and physical biochemistry, and yields a minor in chemistry. The biochemistry/molecular biology option provides increased emphasis on molecular and cell biology, and yields a minor in molecular biology.
We expect that our graduating students will be able to: 1) demonstrate critical thinking by analyzing results generated in the lab, as well as from published papers, that address biological problems at the chemical, cellular, and organismal level; 2) demonstrate in-depth knowledge in Molecular Biosciences through the use of modern instrumentation and computers in support of their projects, including use of available databases for research; and 3) effectively communicate scientific information both in written form and oral presentations to colleagues and lay audiences.
BIOTECHNOLOGY
Biotechnology is the application of a new level of understanding of organisms and biological processes. It uses modern molecular, computer and engineering techniques to answer basic biological questions and to develop products and practices for use by society. Biotechnology will affect every aspect of human existence. The applications of biotechnology are broad and have already brought impressive results in agriculture, human health, and environmental protection and restoration. Biotechnology enables industries to make new or better products with greater speed, efficiency and flexibility.
We expect that our graduating students will be able to: 1) demonstrate critical thinking by analyzing results generated in the lab, as well as from published papers, that address biological problems at the chemical, cellular, and organismal level; 2) demonstrate in-depth knowledge in Molecular Biosciences through the use of modern instrumentation and computers in support of their projects, including use of available databases for research; and 3) effectively communicate scientific information both in written form and oral presentations to colleagues and lay audiences.
GENETICS AND CELL BIOLOGY
Genetics and cell biology are interdisciplinary sciences that are fundamental to all fields of modern biology. The program affords students the opportunity to study with scientists who represent a wide range of research interests in plant, animal, and microbial genetics and cell biology. Undergraduates who major in genetics and cell biology will be well prepared to work as high-level technicians in the biotechnology industry or in university and government laboratories. An undergraduate degree also prepares students for entry into professional schools related to medicine as well as into graduate school programs leading to the Master's and PhD degrees in a variety of areas in agriculture and basic science. Students who receive Master's and PhD degrees obtain positions in basic and applied genetics at universities, federal departments and laboratories, private industry, including biotechnology and plant and animal breeding, and in specialized medical research.
We expect that our graduating students will be able to: 1) demonstrate critical thinking by analyzing results generated in the lab, as well as from published papers, that address biological problems at the chemical, cellular, and organismal level; 2) demonstrate in-depth knowledge in Molecular Biosciences through the use of modern instrumentation and computers in support of their projects, including use of available databases for research; and 3) effectively communicate scientific information both in written form and oral presentations to colleagues and lay audiences.
MICROBIOLOGY
Microbiology is both a basic and an applied science that studies microorganisms and their activities. It is concerned with their form, structure, reproduction, physiology, and identification. It includes the study of their distribution in nature, their relationship to each other and to other living things, their beneficial and detrimental effects on human beings, and the physical and chemical changes they make in their environment. Employment opportunities in industrial, government, hospital, and private laboratories and agencies are excellent for qualified graduates. Areas in which the unit is prepared to direct research include the biology of membranes, bioremediation, molecular genetics, molecular basis of cell-cell interactions and virulence, microbial differentiation, cellular and tumor immunology and the regulation of the immune response.
The Microbiology degree program offers options in general microbiology and medical technology, leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology. Requirements for the general microbiology option and for the medical technology option are the same except that Biol 418 is required for the medical technology option. A one-year internship in an accredited school of medical technology is required after graduation for those interested in becoming certified medical technologists.
We expect that our graduating students will be able to: 1) demonstrate critical thinking by analyzing results generated in the lab, as well as from published papers, that address biological problems at the chemical, cellular, and organismal level; 2) demonstrate in-depth knowledge in Molecular Biosciences through the use of modern instrumentation and computers in support of their projects, including use of available databases for research; and 3) effectively communicate scientific information both in written form and oral presentations to colleagues and lay audiences.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
A student must meet the following three requirements to be eligible to certify as a SMB major in biochemistry, biotechnology, genetics and cell biology, and microbiology:
1) Complete Biol 106, Biol 107, Chem 105 and Chem 106, or transfer equivalents, with a minimum grade of C.
2) Earn a minimum cumulative gpa of at least 2.50
3) Earn a minimum of 24 semester hours.
Students must maintain a minimum cumulative gpa of 2.50 for all WSU courses to remain certified in a SMB degree program. A certified major who falls below the minimum requirements will be decertified according to Academic Regulation 56.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS:
A grade of C or better is required in all MBioS courses taken to meet graduation requirements. None of these courses may be taken pass/fail.
Degree Programs
Students must complete one American Diversity [D] course to meet the General Education Requirements (GERs). Choose one humanities, social science, or Tier III course that is also designated as an American Diversity [D] course. Note: Honors students complete Honors requirements in place of GERs.
Biochemistry - Biochemistry/Biophysics Option(120 Hours)
| First Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Chem 105 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Engl 101 [W] (GER) | 3 |
| GenEd 110 [A] (GER) | 3 |
| Math 171 [N] (GER) | 4 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Biol 106 [B] (GER) | 4 |
| Chem 106 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| GenEd 111 [A] (GER) | 3 |
| Math 172 | 4 |
| Second Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G] (GER) | 3 |
| Biol 107 [B] (GER) | 4 |
| Chem 345 | 4 |
| Phys 201 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Chem 346 | 3 |
| Chem 347 | 2 |
| MBioS 301 | 4 |
| Phys 202 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Complete Writing Portfolio | |
| Third Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G] or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Chem 220 | 2 |
| Chem 222 | 2 |
| MBioS 303 | 4 |
| MBioS 304 [M] | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Communication Proficiency [C,W] (GER) | 3 |
| Intercultural Studies [I,G,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 454 [M] | 3 |
| MBioS 465 | 3 |
| MBioS 305 | 3 |
| Fourth Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G], Intercultural Studies [I,G,K], or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 413 | 3 |
| MBioS 466 | 3 |
| MBioS 494 [M] | 1 |
| Electives | 6 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G], Intercultural Studies [I,G,K], or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 414 | 3 |
| Science Elective1 | 3 |
| Tier III Course [T] (GER) | 3 |
| Elective | 3 |
Footnotes
| 1 | Science elective: 3 credits from MBioS 401, 404, 478, 498. 499, or Phys 466. |
Biochemistry - Biochemistry/Molecular Biology Option(120 Hours)
| First Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Biol 106 [B] (GER) | 4 |
| Chem 105 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Engl 101 [W] (GER) | 3 |
| GenEd 110 [A] (GER) | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Biol 107 [B] (GER) | 4 |
| Chem 106 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| GenEd 111 [A] (GER) | 3 |
| Math 140 [N] or 171 [N] GER) | 4 |
| Second Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G] (GER) | 3 |
| Chem 3451 | 4 |
| MBioS 301 | 4 |
| Phys 101 [P] or 201 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Chem 346 | 3 |
| MBioS 303 | 4 |
| Phys 102 [P] or 202 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Complete Writing Portfolio | |
| Third Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G] or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Communication Proficiency [C,W] (GER) | 3 |
| Math 172, Stat 212 [N] (GER), or Stat 412 | 3 or 4 |
| MBioS 304 [M] | 3 |
| MBioS 404 | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Intercultural Studies [I,G,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 305 | 3 |
| MBioS 306 | 2 |
| MBioS 465 | 3 |
| Science Elective2 | 3 |
| Elective | 3 |
| Fourth Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G], Intercultural Studies [I,G,K], or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 413 | 3 |
| MBioS 454 [M] | 3 |
| MBioS 494 | 1 |
| Electives | 5 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G], Intercultural Studies [I,G,K], or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 401 | 3 |
| MBioS 414 | 3 |
| Tier III Course [T] (GER) | 3 |
| Elective | 3 |
Footnotes
| 1 | Pre-med students and those interested in advanced degrees should take Chem 345, 346, and 348 (a one-year course in organic chemistry). |
| 2 | 3 hours from MBioS 410, 423, 426, 440, 442, 450, 466, 478, 498. 499. |
Biotechnology Degree Program(120 Hours)
| First Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Biol 106 [B] (GER) | 4 |
| Chem 105 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Engl 101 [W] (GER) | 3 |
| GenEd 110 [A] (GER) | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Biol 107 [B] (GER) | 4 |
| Chem 106 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| GenEd 111 [A] (GER) | 3 |
| Math 140 or 171 [N] (GER) | 4 |
| Second Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G] (GER) | 3 |
| Chem 3451 | 4 |
| MBioS 301 | 4 |
| Phys 101 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G] or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 303 | 4 |
| MBioS 304 [M] | 3 |
| Phys 102 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Complete Writing Portfolio | |
| Third Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| EconS 101 [S] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 305 | 3 |
| MBioS 306 | 2 |
| MBioS 404 | 3 |
| Stat 212 [N] (GER) or 412, or MgtOp 215 | 3 or 4 |
| Electives | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Communication Proficiency [C,W] (GER) | 3 |
| Intercultural Studies [I,G,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MgtOp 301 | 3 |
| Electives | 6 |
| Fourth Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| MBioS 454 [M] | 3 |
| Mktg 360 | 3 |
| Phil 365 [H] or 370 [H] (GER) | 3 |
| Electives | 6 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G], Intercultural Studies [I,G,K], or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER)2 | 3 |
| Lab Elective3 | 2 or 3 |
| Lecture Elective4 | 3 or 4 |
| MBioS 401 | 3 |
| MBioS 492, 494, or 496 | 1 |
| Tier III Course [T] (GER)5 | 3 |
Footnotes
| 1 | Pre-med students and those interested in advanced degrees should take Chem 345, 346, and 348 (a one-year course in organic chemistry). |
| 2 | Soc 331 is recommended, but not required. |
| 3 | Lab electives: select one from MBioS 341, 402 [M], 430 [M], 478, 495, 498 (3 hrs), 499 (3 hrs). Students pursuing a BA minor may also select from Acctg 230, 231, Fin 325, or MgtOp 340. |
| 4 | Lecture electives: select one from Biol 320, 353, MBioS 410, 423, 426, 427, 440, 442, 450, Acctg 230, 231, Fin 325, MgtOp 340. |
| 5 | Soc 430 is recommended, but not required. |
Genetics and Cell Biology(120 Hours)
| First Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Biol 106 [B] (GER) | 4 |
| Chem 105 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Engl 101 [W] (GER) | 3 |
| GenEd 110 [A] (GER) | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Biol 107 [B] (GER) | 4 |
| Chem 106 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| GenEd 111 [A] (GER) | 3 |
| Math 140 [N] or 171 [N] (GER) | 4 |
| Second Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G] (GER) | 3 |
| Chem 3451 | 4 |
| MBioS 301 | 4 |
| Phys 101 [P] or 201 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| MBioS 303 | 4 |
| MBioS 304 [M] | 3 |
| Phys 102 [P] or 202 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Complete Writing Portfolio | |
| Third Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G] or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Communication Proficiency [C,W] (GER) | 3 |
| Lab Elective2 | 3 or 4 |
| Math 172, Stat 212 [N] (GER), or 412 | 3 or 4 |
| MBioS 305 | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Intercultural Studies [I,G,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Lecture Elective3 | 3 |
| MBioS 401 | 3 |
| MBioS 454 [M] | 3 |
| Elective | 3 or 4 |
| Fourth Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G], Intercultural Studies [I,G,K], or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 402 [M] | 3 |
| MBioS 404 | 3 |
| MBioS 478 | 3 |
| Elective | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G], Intercultural Studies [I,G,K], or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 492 | 1 |
| Tier III Course [T] (GER) | 3 |
| Electives | 10 |
Footnotes
| 1 | Pre-med students and those interested in advanced degrees should take Chem 345, 346, and 348 (a one-year course in organic chemistry). |
| 2 | Lab elective: minimum of 3 hrs. selected from MBioS 430, 498, 499, Biol 315, 320, 321, 353, 372, E Mic 586/587. |
| 3 | Lecture elective: select one from Biol 325, 519, MBioS 413, 423, 426, 427, 440, 442, 450. |
Microbiology and Medical Technology(122 Hours)
| First Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Biol 106 [B] (GER) | 4 |
| Chem 105 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Engl 101 [W] (GER) | 3 |
| GenEd 110 [A] (GER) | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Biol 107 [B] (GER) | 4 |
| Chem 106 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| GenEd 111 [A] (GER) | 3 |
| Math 140 [N] or 171 [N] (GER) | 4 |
| Second Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G] (GER) | 3 |
| Chem 3451 | 4 |
| MBioS 301 | 4 |
| Phys 101 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| MBioS 303 | 4 |
| Phys 102 [P] (GER) | 4 |
| Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Elective | 4 |
| Complete Writing Portfolio | |
| Third Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G] or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Communication Proficiency [C,W] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 304 [M] | 3 |
| MBioS 305 | 3 |
| MBioS 306 | 2 |
| Elective | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Intercultural Studies [I,G,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Lecture Elective2 | 3 |
| MBioS 410 | 3 |
| MBioS 411 | 2 |
| Elective | 4 |
| Fourth Year | |
| First Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G], Intercultural Studies [I,G,K], or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| Lab Elective3 | 4 |
| MBioS 404 | 3 |
| MBioS 430 [M] | 3 |
| MBioS 440 | 3 |
| Second Term | Hours |
| Arts & Humanities [H,G], Intercultural Studies [I,G,K], or Social Sciences [S,K] (GER) | 3 |
| MBioS 401 | 3 |
| MBioS 442 | 3 |
| MBioS 496 | 1 |
| Tier III Course [T] (GER) | 3 |
| Elective | 2 |
Footnotes
| 1 | Pre-med students and those interested in advanced degrees should take Chem 345, 346, and 348 (a one-year course in organic chemistry). |
| 2 | Lecture elective: select one from MBioS 342, 426, 446, 448, 450. |
| 3 | Lab elective: select one from Entom 343 and 344 (taken concurrently), Biol 418, MBioS 444 and 445 (taken concurrently), MBioS 454; for Medical Technology option take Biol 418. |
Minors
Biochemistry
A minor in biochemistry requires 20 hours including Chem 345, 346; MBioS 303, 304, 413; MBioS 414 or 465. A grade of C or better is required in all courses used in the minor. None of these courses may be taken pass/fail. Credit hours for the minor must include 9 hours of upper-division work taken in residence at WSU or through WSU-approved education abroad or educational exchange courses.
Genetics and Cell Biology
A minor in genetics and cell biology requires 16 hours under the genetics and cell biology degree program at the 300-400-level, including MBioS 301 and 401. Additional credits may be selected from Biol 325, MBioS 402, 404, 423, 425, 426, 427, 478. 9 hours of upper-division work must be taken in residence at WSU or through WSU-approved education abroad or educational exchange courses. A grade of C or better is required in all course work for the minor.
Microbiology
A minor in microbiology requires a minimum of 17 credit hours including MBioS 305 and 306, and the remaining at the 300-400-level selected from: MBioS 342, 410, 411, 426, 430, 440, 442, 444, 445, 446, 448, 450, 454, 498, 499. 9 hours of upper-division work must be taken in residence at WSU or through WSU-approved education abroad or educational exchange courses. A grade of C or better is required in all course work for the minor.
Molecular Biology
A minor in molecular biology requires 20 hours including the following courses: MBioS 301, 305, 303, 401; MBioS 304, 402, or 454; MBioS 404, 413, or 426. A grade of C or better is required in all course work for the minor. Credit hours for the minor must include 9 hours of upper-division work taken in residence at WSU or through WSU-approved education abroad or educational exchange courses. A student whose major is in the School of Molecular Biosciences cannot be granted a minor in molecular biology.
Pre-Genetic Counseling
A minor in pre-genetic counseling requires 19 - 23 hours including MBioS 301, 423, Phil 365, Psych 321, 440 or 444, 445, one of Math 360, Psych 311, Stat 212, or 412. A grade of C or better is required in all course work for the minor. Credit hours for the minor must include 9 hours of upper-division work taken in residence at WSU or through WSU-approved education abroad or educational exchange courses.
Courses
Molecular Biosciences (MBIOS)
101 [B] Introductory Microbiology 4 (3-3) Microbiology for the informed citizen as it impacts humans and their environment. Not for students who have taken Biol 106 and 107.
130 (FSHN)[B] Nutrition for Living 3 Information related to the interaction of nutrients in the body and factors that govern nutrient requirements.
210 Your Future in Life Sciences 2 Same as Sci 210. S, F grading.
233 (FSHN) Human Nutrition 3 Rec biology or chemistry course; or Biol 251 or 315. Applying principles of chemistry, biology, and physiology to the study of nutrition emphasizing nutrient functions, nutrient requirements and impact of diet on health and disease.
301 General Genetics 4 Prereq Biol 106 and 107; two semesters Chem. Principles of modern and classical genetics. Credit not normally granted for MBioS 301/Biol 301 and Biol 408.
303 Introductory Biochemistry 4 Prereq Chem 106; Chem 345. Modern biochemistry for undergraduates in the biological sciences. Cooperative course taught jointly by WSU and UI (MMBB 380).
304 [M] Introductory Biochemistry Laboratory 3 (1-6) Prereq MBioS 303 or c//. Basic biochemical techniques.
305 General Microbiology 3 Prereq Biol 106 and 107; Chem 345 or c//. Structure, function, nutrition, physiology, and genetics of microbes and their application to immunology, pathology, microbial diversity, and environmental microbiology.
306 General Microbiology Laboratory 2 (0-6) Prereq MBioS 305 or c//. Laboratory for MBioS 305.
320 [B] DNA and Society 3 Prereq one college-level course in biology. The role of DNA in natural processes and diseases; impact of biotechnology on health care, agriculture, industry, and our lives.
342 Microbial Ecology 3 Prereq Biol 106; Chem 345 or c//. Discussion of microorganism behavior in nature and microbial activities influence on ecological balance.
360 [M] Cell and Molecular Laboratory 2 (0-6) Prereq MBioS 301; MBioS 303 or c//; one semester organic chemistry. Laboratory methods in cell biology, genetics and molecular biology.
401 Cell Biology 3 Prereq MBioS 301; MBioS 303. Cellular structure and function; membrane biochemistry and transport; cell-cell communication; regulation of cell cycle and apoptosis; cell signaling; cancer biology.
402 [M] General Genetics Laboratory 3 (1-6) Prereq MBioS 301. Basic principles of modern and classical genetics utilizing several species.
404 Molecular Genetics 3 Prereq MBioS 301; MBioS 305 or c//; MBioS 303. Introduction of prokaryotic and eukaryotic genome organization and gene expression, modern molecular techniques, experimental approaches, genome and gene function and analyses.
410 Medical Microbiology 3 Prereq MBioS 305; MBioS 306; MBioS 404 or c//. Microbial pathogens and their relationship to disease.
411 Diagnostic Medical Bacteriology 2 (0-6) Prereq MBioS 410 or c//. Techniques and tests for the identification of bacteria pathogenic for humans.
413 General Biochemistry 3 Prereq MBioS 303; junior standing. Structure and function of proteins, nucleic acids and biological membranes; principles of enzymology; biochemical methodology.
414 General Biochemistry 3 Prereq MBioS 413. Metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, bioenergetics; photosynthesis; control of metabolic processes.
423 Human Genetics 3 Prereq MBioS 301. Exploration of individual and population genetics leading to critical discussion of current social, medical, and scientific issues.
424 (Effective through Summer 2009) Directed Problems in Cell Biology 1 Prereq MBioS 301 or 303; c// in MBioS 401. Complementary course to MBioS 401.
425 (Effective through Summer 2009) [T] Origins of Life 3 Prereq one Tier II course in biological sciences and completion of one Tier I and three Tier II courses. Origin of life and evolution of genetic structure; critical analysis of molecular evolution.
426 Microbial Genetics 3 Prereq MBioS 301; 303. Genetics of bacteria, bacteriophages and plasmids; regulation of gene expression; genetic manipulation of microorganisms.
427 (Effective through Summer 2009) [M] Perspectives in Biotechnology 3 Prereq MBioS 301. Same as A S 488. Credit not granted for both MBioS 427 and 527.
430 [M] Combined Immunology and Virology Laboratory 3 (1-6) Prereq MBioS 305; MBioS 306; c// MBioS 440 or 442. Fundamental principles in immunology including the cultivation and characterization of viruses using laboratory techniques.
440 Immunology 3 Prereq MBioS 302; organic chemistry. Principles of basic immunology. Credit not granted for both MBioS 440 and 540.
442 General Virology 3 Prereq MBioS 301; MBioS 303 or cc//. The biology of bacterial, animal, and plant viruses. Credit not granted for both MBioS 442 and 542. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (BACT 130).
444 (Effective through Summer 2009) Food Microbiology 3 Prereq MBioS 305; MBioS 306. Same as FSHN 416. Cooperative course taught by UI, open to WSU students (FST 416).
445 (Effective through Summer 2009) Food Microbiology Laboratory 2 (0-6) Same as FSHN 417. Cooperative course taught by UI, open to WSU students (FST 417).
446 Epidemiology 3 Prereq junior standing. Study of diseases in human populations; concepts of etiology, disease rates, susceptibility and risk factors, screening for disease, and prevention. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (MMBB 420).
447 (Effective through Summer 2009) Molecular Mechanisms in Microbiology 2 In-depth discussion of molecular mechanisms and different experimental approaches in microbiology. Cooperative course taught by UI, open to WSU students (MMBB 450).
448 (Effective through Summer 2009) Soil Microbiology and Biochemistry 3 (2-3) Prereq MBioS 101 or 201; SoilS 201. Same as SoilS 431.
450 Microbial Physiology 3 Prereq MBioS 303; MBioS 305 and 306. Basic microbial physiology and its relevance to the processes of applied microbiology. Credit not granted for both MBioS 450 and 550.
454 [M] Techniques in Molecular Biology 3 (1-6) Prereq MBioS 301, 302, or 303. Basic principles and techniques of gene manipulation.
465 Principles of Biophysical Chemistry 3 Prereq MBioS 303; Math 140 or 171; Phys 102 or 202. Biochemical reactions and processes, molecular recognition, coupled reactions, enzyme catalysis, analysis of macromolecular structure by electrophoresis, sedimentation, viscosity, and spectroscopy.
466 Physical Biochemistry 3 Prereq MBioS 465, Math 172, Phys 202. Techniques for the study of biological structure and function; spectroscopy, magnetic resonance, diffusion, sedimentation, electron microscopy, diffraction and scattering. Credit not granted for both 466 and 566.
478 Bioinformatics 3 (2-3) Prereq MBioS 301, 303, or Cpt S 355. Computer analysis of protein and nucleic acid sequences, functional genomics and proteomics data; modeling biological networks and pathways. Credit not granted for both MBioS 478 and 578.
490 Special Topics in Molecular Biology V 1-2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Prereq senior standing. Current topics discussed by experts in the field.
492 (Effective through Summer 2009) Senior Project in Genetics and Cell Biology 1 Prereq certified major in SMB; senior standing. Written paper and seminar presentation on laboratory research project.
494 (Effective through Spring 2009) Senior Project in Biochemistry 1 Prereq certified major in SMB; senior standing. Written paper and seminar presentation on laboratory research project.
494 (Effective through Summer 2009) Senior Project in Molecular Biosciences 1 Prereq certified major in SMB; senior standing. Written paper and seminar presentation on laboratory research project.
494 Senior Project in Molecular Biosciences 1 Prereq certified major in SMB; senior standing. Written paper and seminar presentation on laboratory research project.
495 (Effective through Spring 2009) Internship Training V 1-4 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. Prereq MBioS 301, 303, or 305; by permission only. Experience in work related to specific career interests. S, F grading.
495 Internship Training V 1-4 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. Prereq by permission only. Experience in work related to specific career interests. S, F grading.
496 (Effective through Summer 2009) Senior Project in Microbiology 1 Prereq certified major in SMB; senior standing. Written paper and seminar presentation on laboratory research or library project.
498 (Effective through Spring 2009) Directed Research V 1 (0-3) to 4 (0-12) May be repeated for credit. Prereq MBioS 301 or 303. Introduction to laboratory research; requires written report and oral presentation.
498 Directed Research V 1 (0-3) to 4 (0-12) May be repeated for credit. Introduction to laboratory research; requires written report and oral presentation.
499 Special Problems V 1 (0-3) to 4 (0-12) May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.
501 Cell Biology 3 Prereq MBioS 301, 303, or graduate standing. Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 401; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both MBioS 401 and 501. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (GENET550).
503 Molecular Biology I 3 Prereq MBioS 301, 303, or graduate standing. DNA replication and recombination in prokaryotes and eukaroytes; recombinant DNA methods and host/vector systems; genome analysis; transgenic organisms.
504 Molecular Biology II 3 Prereq MBioS 301, 303, or graduate standing. Gene expression and regulation in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, including transcription, RNA processing, and translation; chromatin structure; DNA repair.
513 General Biochemistry I 3 Prereq MBioS 303, graduate standing. Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 413; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both 413 and 513.
514 General Biochemistry 3 Prereq MBioS 413, or graduate standing. Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 414; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both 414 and 514. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (MMBB 542).
523 Fundamentals of Oncology 3 Prereq MBioS 513. Same as P/T 572.
525 (Effective through Summer 2009) Advanced Topics in Genetics V 1-2 May be repeated for credit. Prereq MBioS 503. Recent research in selected areas of genetics.
526 (Effective through Summer 2009) Advanced Topics in Cell Biology V 1-3 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 7 hours. Prereq MBioS 501. Current research in cell structure and function. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (GENET592).
527 (Effective through Summer 2009) Perspectives in Biotechnology 3 Prereq MBioS 301 or graduate standing. Same as A S 588. Credit not granted for both MBioS 427 and 527.
528 (Effective through Summer 2009) Molecular and Cellular Reproduction 3 (2-2) State of the art concepts of the molecular, cellular, and physiological aspects of mammalian reproduction. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (BIOL 559).
528 Molecular and Cellular Reproduction 3 (2-2) State of the art concepts of the molecular, cellular, and physiological aspects of mammalian reproduction. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (BIOL 559).
529 Selected Topics in Cell Biology 1 Prereq MBioS 401 or c// MBioS 501. Selected topics in cell biology using current literature.
532 (Effective through Summer 2009) Plant Transmission Genetics 3 Prereq MBioS 301, or graduate standing. Same as CropS 504. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (PLSC 507).
535 (Effective through Summer 2009) Molecular Genetics of Plant and Pathogen Interactions 3 Prereq MBioS 301, 303. Same as Pl P 535.
537 (Effective through Summer 2009) Plant Cell Biology 3 Prereq graduate standing. Same as Biol 537.
540 Immunology 3 Prereq MBioS 302; organic chemistry or graduate standing. Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 440; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both MBioS 440 and 540. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (MMBB 512).
541 Research Seminar 1 May be repeated for credit. Literature reviews and research reports.
542 General Virology 3 Prereq MBioS 301, 303 or cc//; organic chemistry or graduate standing. Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 442; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both MBioS 442 and 542.
547 (Effective through Summer 2009) Advanced Topics in Microbiology V 1-3 May be repeated for credit. Prereq MBioS 550.
548 Selected Topics in Immunology & Virology 1 May be repeated for credit. Prereq MBioS 440, 442, 540, 542, or c//. Selected topics in immunology and virology using the current literature. May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 2 hours.
549 Seminar in Immunology 1 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 2 hours. Prereq MBioS 440 or graduate standing. Seminar series on advances in immunology. May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 2 hours.
550 Microbial Physiology 3 Prereq MBioS 303, MBioS 305 and 306, or graduate standing. Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 450; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both MBioS 450 and 550.
554 (Effective through Summer 2009) Chromosome Structure and Function 3 Prereq MBioS 301 or graduate standing. Same as Crops 554. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (MMBB 554).
561 Biochemical Signaling in Plants, Animals and Microorganisms 3 Prereq MBioS 513. New research on intra and extra cellular biochemical signaling, including communication in plants and hormone action in animals.
566 Physical Biochemistry 3 Prereq MBioS 465; Math 172; Phys 202; graduate standing. Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 466; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both 466 and 566.
568 (Effective through Spring 2009) Advanced Topics in Biochemistry V 1-3 May be repeated for credit. Prereq MBioS 513 or c//. Recent research in selected areas of biochemistry.
568 (Effective through Summer 2009) Advanced Topics in Molecular Biosciences V 1-3 May be repeated for credit. Prereq MBioS 513 or c//. Recent research in selected areas of biochemistry.
568 Advanced Topics in Molecular Biosciences V 1-3 May be repeated for credit. Prereq MBioS 513 or c//. Recent research in selected areas of biochemistry.
571 (Effective through Summer 2009) Advanced Topics in Plant Biochemistry 3 Prereq MBioS 514; introductory botany. Biochemistry unique to plants; new research advances.
574 Protein Biotechnology 3 Prereq MBioS 513 or c//. Biotechnology related to the isolation, modification and large scale commercial production, patenting and marketing of useful recombinant proteins and products.
576 (Effective through Summer 2009) Advanced Molecular Techniques I 1 (0-3) Prereq MBioS 503 or c//. Modern laboratory technique in the sequencing of nucleic acids.
577 (Effective through Summer 2009) Advanced Molecular Techniques II 1 (0-3) Prereq MBioS 503 or c//. Modern laboratory techniques in the use of plasmids as cloning vehicles.
578 Bioinformatics 3 (2-3) Prereq MBioS 301, 303, or Cpt S 355; graduate standing. Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 478; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both 478 and 578.
579 Molecular Biosciences Seminar V 1-2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 10 hours. Required of all graduate students in molecular biosciences. May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 10 hours.
581 (Effective through Summer 2009) Seminar in Animal Physiology 1 May be repeated for credit. Same as A S 540.
582 (Effective through Summer 2009) Seminar in Reproductive Biology 1 Prereq graduate standing. Same as A S 582. S, F grading.
593 Research Proposal 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours. Written and oral presentation of an area in molecular biosciences. May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours.
596 (Effective through Summer 2009) Advanced Topics in Development V 1-3 Prereq Biol 321; MBioS 303 or 401. Same as Biol 596.
600 Special Projects or Independent Study V 1 (0-3) to 18 (0-54) May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.
700 Master's Research, Thesis, and/or Examination V 1 (0-3) to 18 (0-54) May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.
702 Master's Special Problems, Directed Study, and/or Examination V 1 (0-3) to 18 (0-54) May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.
800 Doctoral Research, Dissertation, and/or Examination V 1 (0-3) to 18 (0-54) May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.
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- Biotechnology Degree Program
- Biochemistry - Biochemistry/Biophysics Option
- Biochemistry - Biochemistry/Molecular Biology Option
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- Molecular Biology
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- Genetics and Cell Biology
- Biochemistry
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