After completion the course, the student:
1. is acquainted with the different fields of biotechnology
2. is able to explain the important techniques underlying biotechnology
3. is able to design an experiment to solve a problem related to a biotechnological process (with emphasis on DNA and protein technologies)
4. is able to critically read primary literature related to the field of biotechnology
5. is able to discuss of the ethical and legal problems related to biotechnology
6. is able to give a well-founded opinion on biotechnological applications

 

This course is an introduction in Biotechnology. It will give an overview of different fields in biotechnology (DNA and protein technology; microbial biotechnology; bioremediation; plant biotechnology; vaccine development; stem cells; animal biotechnology; human genetics and forensics) with special emphasis on new developments. In addition, other aspects related to biotechnology, such as intellectual property rights, ethical concerns and the marketability of a product are discussed. Attendance of lectures is compulsory.

 

Werkvormen

Lectures and assignments (individual and group)

 

Toetsing