BIOMG 2800

BIOMG 2800

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2021-2022.

General introduction to the fundamental principles of genetics in eukaryotes and bacteria. Topics include: gene transmission, linkage, recombination, structure, mutations, and manipulation, as well as analysis of genomes in individuals and populations.

When Offered Fall, Spring, Summer.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: one college-level introductory biology course or equivalent, or permission of the instructor.
Forbidden Overlaps Forbidden Overlap: due to an overlap in content, students will not receive credit for both BIOMG 2800 and NTRES 2830.

Distribution Category (PBS-AS, BIO-AS)

Comments Biological sciences majors must take course for a letter grade. Weekly problem solving sessions are strongly recommended.

Outcomes
  • Describe basic principles of inheritance, gene expression, and genomic structure in the context of biological evolution.
  • Think analytically and creatively about the applications of basic principles of inheritance and gene expression to interpretations of naturally occurring and experimental biological phenomena.
  • Know how genetics provides an experimental approach that can be used to investigate almost any aspect of biology.
  • Develop an appreciation that genetics is important to future progress in medical sciences.
  • Develop problem solving skills employing logical thought.

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1042 BIOMG 2800   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    One college level introductory biology course or equivalent, or permission of the instructor. Biological sciences majors must take course for a letter grade. Weekly problem solving sessions (time to be announced) strongly recommended.