BIOL 055 - Introduction to Human Genetics - Units 3

Prerequisites: BIOL-001 Core Biology or BIOL-011 Humans in the Biological World MATH-080 Elementary Algebra each with a grade of "C" or better or a minimum of assessment level 4 on the Math Placement Test.

Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.

This course is an introduction to basic Biological concepts in Genetics. The course will cover topics in genetic inheritance, deoxyribose nucleic acid (DNA) and chromosomes, population genetics, genetics of cancer, Genetic Biotechnology and current topics like animal cloning or stem cell research. (UC, CSU)