Biology | Genetics
L311 | 1398 | Forrester, W
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.