BIO 260 - Introduction to Genetics

Institution:

CUNY Hostos Community College

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Description:

4 credits; 2 hrs. lecture/ 4 hrs. Lab Pre-requisite: BIO 220 Co-requisite: MAT 160 This course focuses on topics from Mendelian, molecular and population genetics; including concepts of inheritance, history of genetics, molecular genetics using the DNA organization, chromosome structure, genes, alleles and the transmission of genetic information, and the use of genetic techniques in ecological/ conservation programs. Laboratory work includes experiments in Mendelian genetics using plants and animals and the study of chromosome material in bacteria.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hostos.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 518-4444

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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