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PRACTICAL BIOPHYSICS

BMOLCHEM 700
Course Description

Introduction to methods used in biophysical measurements. Thermodynamics and kinetics are introduced along with the theory and instrumentation used for several complementary biophysical approaches. Hands-on experimentation using state-of-the-art instrumentation and data interpretation.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3

Offered

Not Applicable

Grade Point Average
3.42

No change from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

No change from Historical

A Rate
33.33%

No change from Historical

Class Size
6

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