BIOL40153
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Conservation Genetics
Department(s)
Long Description (Catalog Description)
Prerequisites: BIOL 10501, 10503, 10511, 10513, 30403, and 30603. Genetics plays an important and diverse role in the preservation of biological diversity. This course consists of two one-hour lectures and one three-hour laboratory each week and covers genetic theory and methods that are utilized in modern conservation efforts. Laboratory exercises focus on 1) the practical aspects of DNA extraction methods, molecular markers, PCR, sequencing, and capillary electrophoresis, and 2) analyzing the resulting genetic data.
Course Typically Offered
Every other spring
Career
Undergraduate
Grading Basis
OPT - Student Option
Min Units
3
Max Units
3
Repeat for Credit
No
Number Of Repeats
1
Code
LAB
Name
Laboratory
Code
LCL
Name
Lecture with Integrated Lab