BI 250 - Introduction to Genetics

4 Credit Hours

This 4 credit-hour lecture-laboratory course introduces students to the principles of genetics. Genetics is the study of heredity, based on DNA, its organization and regulation within the genome, and its effect on cells, individual organisms, populations and their evolution. The primary objectives of this course are to understand the fundamental principles of classical and molecular genetics, its application with other biological fields of study, and developing your ability for critical thinking through analyzing genetic problems.
Prerequisite: BI 142, CH 142, or permission of the instructor

Lecture Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Lab Hours: 1 Credit Hour

Term(s) Offered: (FA, SP) As Needed