Course focuses on teaching the techniques utilized in gene discovery and in the functional characterization of genes and transcripts in the context of a biological system. Sections are taught as a series of short modules, each focusing on a different set of techniques. Laboratory modules are either 1-2 credits depending on the topic being covered. Instructor consent required for registration. With a change in content, this course may be repeated for credit.

The following sections have been created (NOTE: the section numbers change with every semester):

Section 01. Introduction to Molecular Biology
Section 02. Cytogenetics / Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)
Section 03. Real Time PCR Techniques
Section 04. Genotyping and Sequencing techniques
Section 05. Gene Chip Techniques (1-2 credits)
Section 06. Ecological Genomics
Section 07. Bioinformatic Analysis (1-2 credits)
Section 08: RNAi and Time-Lapse Microscopy Techniques (1-2 credits)
Section 09: Introduction to Cell Culture Techniques