BIOL 210
Spring 2026
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01
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| Crosslisting:
MB&B 210 |
| Course Cluster and Certificates: Health Studies |
Genetics has provided a foundation for modern biology. We will explore the classical genetics and go on to consider how genomics has transformed this field. This course is intended to introduce students to the fields of genetics and genomics, which encompass modern molecular genetics, bioinformatics, and the structure, function, and evolution of genomes. We will discuss important new areas of research that have emerged from the genome projects, such as epigenetics, polymorphisms, transgenics, systems biology, stem cell research, and disease mapping. Students will also discuss bioethical issues we face in this new postgenome era. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM BIOL |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: MB&B181 OR BIOL181 OR BIOL181Z |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Biology)(Informatics and Modeling Minor)(Molecular Biology and Biochemistry)(Science and Technology Studies) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 75% - 89% |
| SECTION 01 | | Special Attributes: CQC |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
TBA
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Examinations and Assignments:
TBA |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Students should have a broad familiarity with basic molecular biology (as presented in BIOL/MB&B 181). Some familiarity with evolutionary theory is desirable (although not required). BIOL/MB&B 181 is required. BIOL/MB&B 182 is recommended |
| Instructor(s): Anderson,Cori Times: ..T.R.. 10:20AM-11:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 30 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 9 | | |
| Seats Available: 30 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 1 | JR non-major: 1 | SO: 15 | FR: X |
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