BIOMEDE 5110
Transcript Abbreviation:
Biomed Microscopy
Course Description:
Principles and applications of microscopy techniques (light, electron and atomic force microscopy) for biomedical research.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Graduate (5000-8000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: 4110 or equiv, and Sr standing; or Grad standing; or permission of instructor.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
Not open to students with credit for 611.
Course Goals / Objectives:
List the physical principles involved in light, electron and atomic force microscopy techniques and image formation. Derive and apply the Gauss?s lensmaker equation to ascertain if a lens has chromatic aberration
Label components and carry out alignment procedures for microscopes. Perform Koehler alignment on inverted and upright light microscopes
Propose methods and protocols for sample preparation involved in microscopy. Define the steps involved in processing of animal tissue for transmission electron microscopy
Determine the selection and application of a microscopy technique for specific biomedical applications. Write and present a research plan employing microscopy technique(s) to address a biomedical hypothesis
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic concepts in Microscopy | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Anatomy of a microscope | 4.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Light microscopy techniques | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Sample preparation | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Electron microscopy | 10.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Atomic force microscopy | 8.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Total | 40 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| HW assignment | 20% |
| Midterm | 30% |
| Term paper | 10% |
| Final | 40% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Fundamentals of Light Microscopy and Electronic Imaging | Douglas B. Murphy | |
| Electron Microscopy: Principles and Techniques for Biologists | John J. Bozzola and Lonnie D. Russell |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
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