1. Molecular Science & Nanotechnology Courses

MSNT 502: Research Methods 0-3-3. An introduction to basic methods used in scientific research, including formulation of problems, literature search, proposal preparation, and communication of research findings. (Fall)

MSNT 503: Topics in Molecular Sciences and Nanotechnology 1-3 credit hours (6). Independent study of topics arranged to meet the needs of the student.

MSNT 504: Molecular Sciences and Nanotechnology Seminar 0-1-1 (3). Supervised organization and presentation of topics from literature and the student’s own research.

MSNT 505: Nanotechnology Principles 0-3-3. Fundamentals of nanotechnology, emphasizing the basic principles, materials, fabrication, measurement, and applications of nanotechnology. (Spring).

MSNT 521: Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology 0-3-3. Principles of cell and molecular biology, including molecular structure and function, cellular processes, bioenergetics, and regulation of metabolism. (Winter)

MSNT 549: Practicum in Molecular Sciences and Nanotechnology (*) 0-3-3. Preq. 12 semester hours of graduate work. Thorough study of a problem in the area of molecular sciences and nanotechnology. A survey of the relevant literature and a formal written report are required. (pass/fail)

MSNT 551: Research and Thesis in Molecular Sciences and Nanotechnology (*) 0-3-3 (6). Preq. 12 semester hours of graduate work. Research leading to an acceptable thesis and an oral presentation of research findings. (pass/fail)