NTRES 2830

DNA, Genes and Genetic Diversity

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2024-2025 Catalog. Courses of Study 2024-2025 is scheduled to publish mid-June.

Covers molecular, Mendelian and population genetic principles as they relate to population biology and biodiversity.  A laboratory section is devoted to problem solving, computer exercises and discussions.  We will focus on mechanisms generating and shaping genetic variation within and among populations, examine the regulation of gene expression, and consider the conservation relevance of variation at multiple levels. Recommended as a preliminary to upper-level ecology, evolution, and natural resource management courses.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Recommended prerequisite: BIOEE 1780.

Forbidden Overlaps Forbidden Overlap: due to an overlap in content, students will not receive credit for both BIOMG 2800 and NTRES 2830.

Course Attribute (CU-SBY)

Last 4 Terms Offered (None)

Outcomes

• Apply the process of science to infer mechanisms generating and shaping genetic variation patterns at the individual, family, and population level.
• Quantitatively analyze patterns of genetic variation to predict inheritance patterns within families and allele frequency changes in populations.
• Accurately interpret the consequences of genetic variation on human health, species endangerment, evolutionary potential, and ecosystem function.
• Describe the ethical dimensions of genetic information related to privacy, genetic testing, and transgenics.
• Describe the ways in which racial and other prejudices have shaped and continue to affect research, medical application, and policy relating to genetics and inheritance.

Distribution Category (OPHLS-AG)

When Offered Spring.

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