BIO 147 - Basic Laboratory Calculations for Biotechnology

(1 CR.)

Prepares students to work effectively in a scientific laboratory through instruction of the metric system, scientific notation, exponents, solution making, pH readings, and the creation of standard curves for data analysis. Focus will be on quantitative skills needed to perform most basic laboratory work. Skills will be practiced and reinforced through application-based problems and hands-on activities. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): program placement, coenrollment in BIO 250, or Biotechnology program head permission.