CH ENGR C226

Viruses and Biotechnology

Chemical Engineering · 4 units · Graduate courses (200-299)

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Introduction of viruses and their varied roles in biotechnology, from utilization of viral enzymes to biotechnologies used to combat viral infectious diseases. Basic concepts of virology. Focus on use of viruses, including bacteriophages, and viral proteins as tools in biotechnology. Examples include bacteriophage display, virus-based nanomaterials, and viral vectors for gene delivery, and vaccines. Covers case studies of viral diseases and biotechnological strategies for diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. Examples include human immunodeficiency virus and coronaviruses. Students conduct literature searches and write paper on relevant topic of their choice. Concurrently scheduled with course C126.

Letter grading.

When it runs

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Requisites

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Requisite: course CM145.

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CH ENGR CM145

Requires

Everything that has to come before this course, not just the courses named in the requisite above.

CH ENGR C226

CH ENGR CM145Molecular Biotechnology for Engineers
- CH ENGR 45Biomolecular Engineering Fundamentals
  - CHEM 20AChemical Structure1 more beneath
  - CHEM 20LGeneral Chemistry Laboratory3 more beneath
  - CHEM 30AOrganic Chemistry I: Structure and Reactivity1 more beneath

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