Description
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 one day per week for two hours.
Area of Investigation Fulfilled: Writing Competency in Field unless students majoring in Human Biology do not take this course as an elective in which case BI 220 will assess Writing Competency in Field.
Prerequisite: BI 220 at a grade of “C” or higher OR consent of instructor
Offered: Spring semester
(Four credit hours)