BIOB 275N - General Genetics

Credit(s): 4

Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 or Biology Department’s consent.
This course covers principles and mechanisms of inheritance and gene expression, analysis of variability at individual and population levels and chromosomal changes and speciation. (Fall Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Explain the fundamental patterns by which hereditary characteristics are passed from generation to generation.
Describe the nature of the hereditary material, its chemistry and function.
Explain the principles of population genetics.
Write reports using standard scientific form to express results of experimentation and research.
Apply scientific and methods of inquiry.