Mar 28, 2024  
2010-2011 
    
2010-2011 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BIO 301 - Genetics


Instructors 
Hales

Examination of classical and molecular genetics, including the physical nature of genetic material, transmission of genetic information, patterns of inheritance, gene mapping via linkage and association studies, gene regulation including epigenetics, recombinant DNA technology, and the history of genetics. Attention is paid to issues such as gene therapy, human cloning, and genetically modified crops.

Prerequisites & Notes
Biology 111 required.  Biology 112 recommended.  Chemistry 115, 160, or 201 recommended. One laboratory meeting per week. Not open to first-year students. Satisfies Group A. (Fall)