Viruses and Biotechnology

CH ENGR C226 - Viruses and Biotechnology

<p>Lecture, four hours; discussion, one hour; outside study, seven hours. Requisite: course CM145. 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 C226. Letter grading.</p>

Chemical Engineering

Known as the birthplace of the Internet and where countless other cutting-edge technologies took their first steps, the school is consistently ranked among the top 10 public engineering schools in the U.S.

Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science

The department conducts teaching and research that focus on the areas of biomolecular engineering, systems engineering, and advanced materials processing; and span the general themes of energy/environment and nanoengineering.

General Catalog

Viruses and Biotechnology

CH ENGR C126

4 units