FOS 733 . Advanced Molecular Biology II

This course provides an in-depth treatment of selected topics in forensic DNA analysis.  Lecture topics include: forensic biology; population genetics; sample collection and storage; DNA extraction, quantitation, and typing; databases and emerging technology.

The laboratory uses state-of-the-art technology to introduce students to the instrumentation and methods used in forensic DNA analysis: DNA extraction and quantitation, PCR-STR typing of autosomal and Y chromosomal loci, and mitochondrial DNA typing. QA/QC topics will be addressed in the laboratory environment.

Prerequisite: FOS 732 (Advanced Molecular Biology I)
30 HOURS LECTURE, 8 HOURS LABORATORY PER WEEK, 5 CREDITS
 
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