Biology | Genetics
L311 | 0657 | Forrester
Course Format: Lecture: 10:10A-11:00A, MWF, MO 007. In addition, students
must attend a one hour learning group each week (times to be arranged).
Prerequisites: Biol L211 or S211.
Course Description: Principles underlying the transmission of traits to
offspring in bacteria, plants and animals will be presented. Classical
Mendelian genetics and modern molecular genetics will be covered, with a
focus on their application to understanding human development and genetic
diseases.
Required Text: TBA
Weekly Assignments: Assigned readings from text; weekly problem sets.
Exams/Papers: Three one-hour exams, comprehensive final exam.