BT 211 - Immunoassay Analysis Laboratory

Credit Hours: 1

Immunoassay methods involve rapid and sensitive detection of pathogens, contaminants, and constituents essential to pharmaceuticals, forensic toxicology, agrochemicals, food technology and environmental monitoring. This laboratory course will be taken as a co-requisite to BT 210. Students will perform immunoassay analytical procedures, including spectrophotometry, chromatography and electrophoresis. Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate proficiency in quality control procedures, evaluating results, and troubleshooting.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

perform immunoassay procedures;
develop a hypothesis, record observations and compile laboratory data;
demonstrate proficiency in performing quality control and troubleshooting procedures; and
determine when results are valid and accurate. If deviations occur, able to perform appropriate corrective action procedures.

Prerequisites: CH 180, CH 181
Corequisites: BT 210
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