Course Description

BI202 Genetics 1.0

The principles of Mendelian inheritance, the chromosomal basis of heredity, gene interaction, linkage, heterosis, quantitative inheritance, bio-chemical genetics, cytoplasmic inheritance, cytogenetics, population genetics and evolution as pertaining to plant and animal organisms, including humans. Current views on the nature of the gene and its mode of action are included.

Prerequisite: BI100*.

3 lecture hours, 1 hour problem component every 2 weeks

1996-1998 Undergraduate Calendar Addendum