Academic Catalog 2024-2025

BI 425 Genetics

An introductory laboratory course in genetics for biology majors, course content includes Mendelian classical genetics, molecular genetics, a semester long research project, and an introduction to population genetics. As an upper-level course required of all biology majors, the course is designed to provide a conceptual framework to enable the student to deepen understanding of biological mechanisms encountered in lower-level coursework and to acquire a basic understanding of the principles governing gene expression. Lecture three hours per week and laboratory two hours per week.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

BI 220 at a grade of "C" or higher or consent of instructor

Offered

Spring

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