BIO 3000 - Genetics and Human Issues (3)

Nontechnical introduction to genetic principles with emphasis on humans. Topics include hereditary diseases; gene structure, function and regulation; genetic engineering; human genome; cancer; cloning; genetic technologies in medicine; forensics, and agriculture; genetic fingerprinting, ethical and social issues. Course fulfills GE Synthesis B5. For non-biology majors.

Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior Standing; GE in Areas A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, and B4.
GE Area(s): B5
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
Note(s): For non-biology majors.