BTC 250 - Principles of Genetics

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course covers the basic principles of genetics. Topics include Mendelian inheritance, gene mapping, molecular genetics, regulation of gene expression, population genetics, quantitative genetics, and the genetics of cancer. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of genetics and the principles of heredity.

Competencies

·Student Learning Outcomes
1. Discuss Mendelian inheritance patterns.
2. Describe gene mapping and molecular genetics.
3. Discuss how gene expression is regulated.
4. Describe population and quantitative genetics.
5. Describe the genetics of cancer.

Contact Hours: 3
Class Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Prerequisite(s): State Prerequisite: BIO 111
Semester(s) Offered: F, S