ZOOL 4300 - Molecular Genetics

Institution:

Weber State University

Subject:

Zoology

Description:

This laboratory-based course explores the numerous applications of genetics used to understand biology and medicine. Specific topics include characterization and manipulation of DNA and RNA, structure of genes and control of gene expression, genome organization, epigenetics, and the basis of human diseases. The focus is on applications and current research, including genetic testing, biotechnology, forensics, medical genetics, ecology, and evolution. Three lecture/lab hours and one 3-hour lab per week.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

ZOOL 1110 and ZOOL 2220 and ZOOL 3300

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.weber.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 626-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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