284--Genetics Lab (2 cr)

Prerequisites: Grade C or better in BIOL 151 or 161H AND BIOL 152 or 162H. Must be concurrently enrolled in BIOL/ANIMSCI/BIOCHEM 311 or have previously passed BIOL/ANIMSCI/BIOCHEM 311 with a grade of C or higher.

The basic objective of this laboratory is to introduce the methods and pleasures of genetic investigations, using a variety of organisms. It also reinforces Introductory Genetics (Biology 311. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, gene maps, variation in both DNA and in proteins, mutation induction and selection and DNA polymerase chain reaction. Prerequisite: BIOL 311 (may be concurrent).

Offered Fall & Spring Semesters

Biology Core Requirement Area: 
Genetics and Molecular Biology
Plant requirement: 
No
Lab Requirement: 
Yes
General Education Requirement: 
No