Homework will be graded by the Grading TA's and will be available electronically within one week of the submission date. The intent of these assignments is to assist students in understanding the background material and should be helpful in preparing for exams and quizzes.
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Homework Assignment | Points | Due Date
(subject to change) |
| #1 |
Lab Safety and Course Policies, Aseptic technique, Pure culture, Plating, Luminescent bacteria, Microscopy and Staining |
25 |
Sept. 2/3 |
| #2 |
Enzymes and Adaptation, Lactic acid bacteria and Biochemical Tests |
25 |
Sept. 14/15 |
| #3 |
Growth Curve, Snyder test, Environmental Effects, Spore-forming Bacteria |
25 |
Oct. 7/8 |
| #4 |
Southern Blot, pGLO, ELISA & aggluntination, Sore throat, MIC, Transposon mutagenesis
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25 |
Nov. 18/19 |