BIOL 206 - Human Genetics

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites: BIOL 105
This course will introduce students to a variety of genetic issues that they will encounter during their lives including: 1) the genetic basis of disease; 2) genetically modified organisms; 3) genetic screening and prenatal diagnosis; 4) cancer; 5) the human genome; 6) genetically modified organisms; and 7) DNA fingerprinting. In addition to gaining a scientific understanding of these issues, the ethical and societal impacts will be discussed.

Notes: Does not count toward the biology major