MCDB-1043 (1) Exploring Genetics Laboratory

Provides hands-on experience with fundamental genetic principles. Topics include scientific method, experimental design, mitosis, meiosis, classical genetics, molecular genetics, mutagenesis, DNA analysis, and transgenic organisms. Wherever possible, the focus of the lab will be on integrating science process skills with human-relevant experiments to encourage students to learn and apply science skills while seeing the application to humans. Recommended coreq., MCDB 1041. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: natural science. Requisites: Restricted to Biological Sciences (MCDB) non-majors only.