BIOL 2240 Genetics

Study of Mendelian genetics, variations and mutations, including the mechanics of DNA. Laboratory emphasis on the examination of Drosophilia as an example of simple inheritance and linkage. Lecture and laboratory.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

BIOL 1102

Typically Offered

Demorest Campus: fall day, spring day as needed

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

• Develop a foundational literacy in fundamental genetic concepts including the nature of genetic material, molecular biology of gene function, gene expression and regulation, transmission/patterns of inheritance, genetic variation, evolution and population genetics, and genetics of model organisms. Methods and tools in modern genetics will be a major focus of the laboratory.