BIO 532. Light Microscopy

Cross listed with: BIO 432
Credits 4.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012450 Grading Basis GRD

This course covers the principles behind light microscopy, from the properties of light to the latest technologies in microscopy. Students will get hands-on experience with the different kinds of microscopes, including the confocal microscope. The course also covers fluorescent probes, advanced fluorescence techniques, digital imaging, methods of quantification and figure preparation for publication, with an emphasis on biological applications. Prerequisite(s): Credit may not be earned in both BIO 432 and BIO 532.