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Experimental Microbial Genetics OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Bachelor Level Genetics Research Class

Published Feb 09, 2009

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An undergraduate primer to the techniques used in microbiology research is offered in 'Experimental Microbial Genetics' an OpenCourseWare offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Participants of this free online course learn experimental methods while formulating a project designed to progress a particular research area within microbiology. This class is beneficial to individuals seeking a Bachelor of Science in Biology.

Experimental Microbial Genetics: Course Specifics

Degree Level Free Audio Video Downloads
Undergraduate Yes No No Yes

Lectures/Notes Study Materials Tests/Quizzes
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Experimental Microbial Genetics: Course Description

Utilizing a combination of lab work and written research, this OpenCourseWare develops students' critical thinking and communication skills. Students have online access to over 25 different lab protocols. These labs explore a multitude of concepts beginning with 'rhodococcus erythropolis' AN12 defined medium and beta-galactosidase assays. Other lab experiments deal with culture media, gel running buffers, quantitating nucleic acids and electrocompetent bacteria, including 'E. coli.' Professor Anthony Sinskey along with Dr. Philip Lessard and Dr. Janis Melvold present the material for this OpenCourseWare. This instruction also includes online presentations, which emphasize strong scientific writing skills.

Online presentations, lab protocols and links to helpful websites are all included with the free course materials. More information is available on the 'Experimental Microbial Genetics' course home page.

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