BIOL 6430 Experimental Methods and Design in Biology

Name: Experimental Methods and Design in Biology
Rating: 4.48 (50 reviews)

Emphasis is on understanding experimental methods and how they may be utilized to address biological questions. Acquire familiarity with a wide range of experimental approaches/systems. Articulate strengths and weaknesses of individual experimental methodsDevise appropriate control experimentsIdentify complementary experimental approachesGain functional understanding of major technologies used throughout the departmentBasic training for all departmental core facilitiesProvide a venue for practice and consistent feedback in written and oral communication.

Course overview

Department: Biology
School: MCAS
Credits: 2
Level: Graduate
Offered: Every Fall

Catalog details

Prerequisites: Permission of Department

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Requirements fulfilled

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Official evaluation summary

4.48 / 5

Based on 50 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Michelle Meyer
Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023 · Official rating 4.31/5
Vicki Losick-Yang
Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023 · Official rating 4.64/5

Sections

Section 01
Fall 2026 · Vicki Losick-Yang, Michelle Meyer · By Arrangement · Offered