BIOL 260 - Genetics Credits: 4

Introductory course dealing with the principles of heredity and the nature of the gene. The role of genetics in development, behavior, medicine, agriculture, biodiversity and evolution will be addressed as well as the implications and ethical considerations of modern biotechnology. Laboratory work includes genetic analysis in Drosophila and other organisms, recombinant DNA technology, and bioinformatics. Three hours lecture and two hours lab/week.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 161 with minimum grade of C and sophomore standing or with permission from the department