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This course may be used to fulfill the elective requirements of the Biological Sciences major.
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Offered |
Spring |
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Credits |
3 |
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Prerequisites |
General Microbiology 447:390 OR Molecular Biology/Biochemistry 407- 408 and permission of instructor |
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Course Description |
This is an upper level course that focuses on bacterial structure and function relationships; integration of metabolic pathways at the level of gene expression & enzymatic activity; and gene regulation. Topics include: Composition of the Bacterial Cell; Growth DNA,
RNA and protein synthesis; Control of replication at oriC; DNA methylase Bacterial Genetics; Mutations; DNA repair Genomic
and Proteomic tools Cell structure and function Nucleoid; cell wall; cell membranes; capsules Cell division apparatus Central Metabolic Pathways; Anapleurotic pathways Transport;
regulation of use of alternative C sources. Respiratory
pathways; aerobic & anaerobic Biosynthesis; feedback regulation Regulation
of gene expression; nitrogen assimilation; Autotrophy
and Photosynthesis Ribosome Assembly; Protein Trafficking; Protein Degradation ; translational control Flagella/ Chemotaxis Global control networks Stationary phase Quorum
sensing and biofilms Sporulation |
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Course URL |
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Exams, Assignments, and Grading Policy |
Exams I & II -25% each Open Book Exam III - 30% Attendance/participation/discussion - (20%) |
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Course Materials |
Recommended Text: "Microbial Physiology 4th ed." (2002) Authors: Moat, Foster and Spector. Wiley-Liss (pub) NY |
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Course Closed? |
If this course is closed please contact the course instructor concerning special permission numbers. |
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Faculty |
Dr. Ann C. St. John Nelson Biology Labs, B412 Phone: 445-3986 E-mail: astjohn@biology.rutgers.edu |
** All information is subject to change at the discretion of the course coordinator.