BIO 240 - Genetics

▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
Genetics is the study of an organism’s biological information. This includes how organisms use biological information to survive and how biological information is passed to progeny. Students will explore inheritance, gene structure, gene function, gene mutation, and ethical issues related to genetics. Laboratory is included. Additionally, students will develop skills in critical thinking, scientific inquiry, problem solving, and scientific communication.
Prerequisites: BIO 111, BIO 112 or permission of Division Dean’s office
Co-requisite: BIOL 240 - Genetics Laboratory
3 lecture and 3 laboratory hours per week
4 credit hours