BY 210 - Forensic Genetics and DNA Analysis

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Monmouth University

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Description:

Focus on fundamental principles of DNA and genetic analysis and their applications in forensics. Designed for criminal justice majors who have had an introduction to Mendelian and molecular genetics and to DNA structure, but who need more background in the underlying biology of forensic DNA analysis and interpretation. Sources of DNA will be presented along with methods for DNA extraction, amplification of DNA by polmerase chain reaction, analysis of restriction fragment length polymorphisms and short tandem repeats. Only open to Criminal Justice majors. Prerequisites: Biology 110 and Criminal Justice 211. Course Type(s): None

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.monmouth.edu

Phone Number:

(732) 571-3400

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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