Course Info: NS-0266

CourseNS-0266 Research Methods Microbiology
Long TitleResearch Methods in Microbiology
Term2019S
Note(s) Textbook information
Meeting InfoCole Science CenterüCole Science Center 2-OPENü2-MOLC on WüW from 2:30-3:50ü4:00-5:30
FacultyJason Tor
Capacity14
Available0
Waitlist0
Distribution(s)
Cumulative Skill(s)Quantitative Skills
Additional InfoIn this course, students are expected to spend at least eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time. This includes, reading, writing and research.
Description

In this laboratory-based microbiology course, students develop the skills necessary to conduct a meaningful research project from start to finish. Students gain hands-on experience with media formulation, culturing techniques, and phylogenetic analysis. In the process, students discover a vast microbial community and possibly previously unknown species.