Concentration in Biotechnology

All students will be required to take the following core courses (19 credits). Course descriptions can be found in the appropriate University course catalog:

AMS 535 Introduction to Epidemiologic Research
AMS 545 Applied Biostatistical Analysis
AMS 530 Molecular Biology
AMS 531 Molecular Biology Lab
AMS 595 Seminar: Journal Club
AMS 691 Seminar: Advanced Seminar in Biomedical Sciences

In addition, students must complete the requirements for their chosen concentration:

D. Biotechnology Concentration

   AMS 552 Immunology
   AMS 551 Immunology Lab
   AMS 540 Interdisciplinary Biomedical Science & Biotechnology
   AMS 541 Independent Study in Biotechnology Strategies
   AMS 698 Thesis or AMS 697 Externship
   Electives (6 cr., to be approved by the advisory committee)

   one of the following:

   AMS 560 Virology
   AMS 565 Molecular Microbiology
   AMS 680 Molecular Basis of Diseases

   and one of the following:

   MMS 620 Quality System
   MMS 625 Manufacturing Strategies


Note: Laboratory fees are assessed in all AMS laboratory courses to cover the cost of supplies.