BIOL 425 Genetics
This course focuses on the basic principles of classical, molecular and population genetics. The course material emphasizes the scientific process involving both observation and experimentation. Topics explored are classic and non-Mendelian genetics, chromosomal basis of genetics, linkage, crossover and mapping of eukaryotic genomes, molecular structure of chromosomes, DNA replication, transcription and translation, mutation and repair, molecular biology techniques, genomics, gene regulation in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, genetics of development and cancer and the inheritance of complex traits. Critical thinking skills are underscored through the analysis of experimental data and problems. A literature research project is required, which builds on all previous biology and chemistry course content in conjunction with new content and skills acquired in this course. The project is presented in poster format. Four and half-hour class.