PCB 3023C - Cell Biology

3 credits
Prerequisites: BSC 1010 /BSC 1010L (Biological Science I with Lab); BSC 1011 /BSC 1011L (Biological Science II with Lab)-all with a grade of “C” or higher. Prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean
This course offers a detailed examination into the molecular and cellular concepts of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. The cell theory, cell organization, and various cellular processes and metabolic pathways including the cell cycle, meiosis, respiration, photosynthesis, DNA replication, and protein synthesis will be explored. Consideration will also be given to viruses, pathogens, advances in DNA technology, and contemporary laboratory techniques.