Course Description
Operation of both transmission (TEM) and scanning electron microscopes (SEM). Preparation of specimens (ultramicrotomy, critical point drying, negative staining) for examination in both TEM and SEM. Basics of X-ray microanalysis.
Additional Requirements for Graduate Students:
Students in both BIO 505 and BIO 705 will be required to complete an individual research project that utilizes both TEM and SEM. Graduate students enrolled in BIO 705 will be required to complete an additional X-ray microanalysis project.
Athena Title
ELECTRON MICRO LAB
Undergraduate Pre or Corequisite
BIOL(CBIO)(VPAT) 5040/7040 or permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
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Topical Outline
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