Modern Genetics

3 units

In this course, you will obtain a thorough background in the principles of inheritance, gene regulation, and the applications of genetic analysis, genetic engineering, and bioinformatics. You will learn through brief lectures, readings, problem sets, class discussions, a group annotation project, and critiques of current scientific research articles. Modern genetics is particularly well suited for students who wish to pursue a career in the health sciences or who are interested in continuing their graduate studies in genetics or molecular biology.