Undergraduate Catalog

BIOL 211 General Genetics

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of classical Mendelian genetics and molecular genetics such as the functions of genetic material, mechanisms of inheritance, as well as genetic mutations and their physiological effects. The course also provides an overview of the epigenetic modifications of the genetic material and its relationship to chromatin states. Finally, the course discusses the concept of population genetics and factors that influence the frequency and variation of alleles within populations.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

BIOL 111

Offered

Fall Spring