BIO2024 ST: Genetics

Our physical characteristics are based largely on the genes we inherited from our biological parents. In this class you will learn how structure, function, and modification of DNA, and specifically genes, results in organisms with variable traits. You will study the molecular basis of gene function and mutation, Mendelian genetics, transmission systems, regulation of cellular processes, developmental genetics, cytoplasmic inheritance, population genetics and multifactorial inheritance. In addition we will explore how genetics applies to the Human Genome Project, advances in genetic engineering technology, evolution, ecology, and human health. You will learn the material through lecture, discussion, experimentation in the laboratory, collaborative work, and by working through case studies. In this course, you will develop a solid foundation in genetics that will prepare you for upper level LS courses (e.g. Microbiology, Evolution, Neuroscience, Cell and Molecular Biology, Biotechnology and Molecular Basis of Disease). Students will gain practical experience in the laboratory using molecular genetics tools by perform experiments, generating and analyzing genetic data. Credits: 4

BIO1522 Lecture Min Credits: 4.00