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BIO 2630 - Molecular Genetics


Credits: 4

This is an advanced course that covers the main concepts of genetics including the theory of chromosomal inheritance, classical Mendelian inheritance, principles of human genetics, the molecular basis of development, the role of nucleic acids in gene expression, genetic mutations, population genetics and topics in modern genetics in areas such as epigenetics, recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), biotechnology, gene mapping, bioinformatics and diagnosis of human genetic diseases. The laboratory portion of this course will emphasize genetic crosses, molecular diagnostic techniques, and calculating genetic variation in populations.

Prerequisite: CHEM 1120  or BIO 1210  or BIO 2350  with a C or higher
General Education Code: SCKX
Elective Code(s): LART, SCI
Course Fees: Supplemental Course Fee Level 2 and Materials Fee
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