BIOMG 2800

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BIOMG 2800
Lectures in Genetics and Genomics

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

General introduction to the fundamental principles of genetics. Topics include transmission of genetic information, genetic linkage, recombination, mutations, and DNA structure and manipulation, as well as analysis of genomes in individuals and populations.


Prerequisites one college-level introductory biology course or equivalent, or permission of the instructor.

Forbidden Overlaps BIOMG 2800, ENVS 2830, NTRES 2830

Distribution Requirements (BSC-AG, OPHLS-AG), (BIO-AS)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025FA, 2025SU, 2025SP

Learning Outcomes

  • Describe basic principles of inheritance, gene expression, and genomic structure in the context of biological evolution.
  • Apply basic principles of inheritance and gene expression to interpretations of naturally occurring and experimental biological phenomena.
  • Recognize how genetics provides an experimental approach that can be used to investigate almost any aspect of biology.
  • Describe how genetics is important to future progress in medical sciences.
  • Use problem-solving skills employing logical thought to solve genetic problems and interpret genetic data.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Eight Week Summer. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1582 BIOMG 2800   LEC 001

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    • Jun 8 - Jul 31, 2026

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  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.