BI 370 - Basics of Microscopy

Min Units: 3
Max Units: 3
Through a combination of lecture, reading, online videos, discussions, and demonstration activities, students will be introduced to the principles underlying the use of different microscopy approaches, how to identify the appropriate type of microscope for each application, appropriate collection, analysis, processing, and presentation of microscopy data. In the lab, students will study the role for a protein of interest in a basic cellular or developmental process in multiple, optically tractable model organisms. Data will be presented both on campus and off campus. In addition, students will develop and implement a multi-day, inquiry-based microscopy module for junior-level students at Shortridge High School. (U) Fall
Prerequisite(s): BI 230