Bulletin - John Jay College Of Criminal Justice - CUNY

Courses Offered
include the nature of genetic variation, genetic disorders, genomics,
recombinant DNA and genetic engineering techniques. Emphasis is
placed on quantitative analysis and problem solving.
Prerequisites: ENG 102 or ENG 201, BIO 103-104 or BIO 101-102
and BIO 104, and MAT 301.
BIO 412 Molecular Biology I
9 hours: 3 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory; 4 credits
Molecular Biology I provides an overview of the current concepts
and techniques in molecular biology. Lecture topics include the
molecular structure of cells, basic genetic mechanisms, control of
gene expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, DNA replication,
repair and recombination, and protein structure and function. The
laboratory experiments introduce basic experimental techniques and
research methodology including cell culture, recombinant DNA
techniques, transformation, DNA extraction, electrophoresis,
Southern and Western blotting, and DNA sequencing and analysis.
Prerequisites: ENG 102 or ENG 201, BIO 315, and CHE 315
BIO 413 Molecular Biology II
9 hours: 3 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory; 4 credits
BIO 413 consists of lectures and laboratory experiments in molecular
biology with special emphasis placed on forensic DNA analysis.
Lecture topics include an overview of forensic biology, statistics and
population genetics including: sample collection; bioethics; DNA
extraction, quantitation, and typing; databases; lab validation
including quality assurance and quality control, and emerging
technologies. Laboratory experiments introduce advanced
experimental techniques such as autosomal STR and “linkage
markers” (Y-STR and mtDNA) analysis, DNA quantitation, and
PCR-STR analysis of simulated “crime scene samples.”
Prerequisites: ENG 102 or ENG 201, and BIO 412
CHEMISTRY (Department of Sciences)
CHE 100 Preparation for General Chemistry
3 hours, 1 credit
A course in chemistry to prepare students for the level of work
covered in CHE 103-104. Instruction will be given in the
fundamental concepts of chemistry. The course provides the
requisite skills needed to solve problems. Open to students who have
not had high school chemistry or students recommended by the
department.
Prerequisite: MAT 103 or the equivalent
CHE 101 General Chemistry I-A
4 hours; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour recitation; 2 credits
This course is primarily intended for students who have not taken
high school chemistry or who have received a grade of less than 80%
on the New York State Chemistry Regents Examination but are
interested in being a Forensic Science or Fire Science major, or are
interested in developing a strong knowledge base of general
chemistry principles. The course provides students with a better
understanding of the chemical world around us and is a prerequisite
for more advanced chemistry courses. CHE 101 is the first semester
of the two-semester CHE 101-102 sequence, which is equivalent in
content to CHE 103 but done at a slower pace with emphasis on
developing needed skills. Topics include: a review of basic
mathematical tools used in chemistry, the structure of the atom,
stoichiometric calculations, aqueous solutions, gases, and an
introduction to the periodic table of elements. Open to students who
have not had high school chemistry, or who received a grade of C or
lower in high school chemistry, or who received a grade of less than
80% on the Chemistry Regents. The entire 101-102 series must be
completed in order to receive credit as a general education science
equivalent.
Prerequisites: Open to students who have not had high school
chemistry, or who received a grade of C or lower in high school
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