Micropipettes are common laboratory devices used to accurately dispense small volumes of liquid samples. This course will focus on the principles of micropipetting used in biotechnology and other laboratory settings. Testing of pipetting skills will be made at the entry of the class and at the end of the course to access the student’s improvement in micropipetting skills. Practical tips and techniques will be discussed and practiced to increase accuracy and precision of pipetting. Ergonomics will be discussed as it relates to the prevention of injuries due to repetitive motions in laboratory situations with particular emphasis on pipetting activities.
