BIO 300 - Genetics and Human Issues (4)

Nontechnical introduction to genetic principles with emphasis on humans. Topics include gene structure, function and regulation, hereditary diseases, genetic engineering, human genome, cloning, genetic technologies in medicine and agriculture, cancer, forensics, genetic fingerprinting, human behavior, ethical and social issues. Course fulfills GE Synthesis B5. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Open to all majors. Not for core or support credit for students with majors in the Biological Sciences Department.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Area A and two GE Area B sub-areas (1, 2, 3, or 4).
When Offered: F
Faculty: Kageyama, Ewers