BIOS39A
Biological Skills: Rodents in Research
Biology
BC
Subject code
BIO
Course Number
S39A
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
R. Bavis
Course Long Title
Biological Skills: Rodents in Research
Description
This course is designed to build particular skills in an area of biology, with a general aim of preparing students for summer internships and careers in the biological sciences. The Rodents in Research version of this course builds skills in working with rodents in a laboratory setting. Topics may include animal welfare laws and policies, routine care and handling of rodents, aseptic surgical procedures, and other best practices to enhance the quality of research. The course is intended for students majoring in biology but may be relevant to students in biochemistry or neuroscience, or preparing for health-related careers. Prerequisite(s): BIO 195.
Writing Credit
No writing credit
Class Restriction
Exclude First Years