BIOL 262 - Principles of Modern Genetic Analysis

4 Credit(s)

In this lecture and laboratory course designed to examine how different characteristics are inherited and expressed in living organisms, students focus on understanding the mode of action, regulation, and transmission of genes. Special emphasis is placed on the use of model organisms, recombinant DNA technology, and bioinformatics to better understand animal development, human disease, and mechanisms of evolution. In laboratory, students apply Mendelian genetics and molecular biology techniques in multi-week projects.
3 hours laboratory. 3 hours lecture. 1 hour recitation.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 261 and CHEM 255.