PLSCI 2250

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PLSCI 2250
Plant Genetics

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Surveys fundamental plant genetics with a focus on applications in agriculture and plant sciences. Reviews and extends concepts from introductory biology for students with an interest in plants and their contributions to food, fiber, biofuels, ornamentals and ecology. Also preparation for advanced coursework in genetics for students considering graduate studies in a related field. Unique topics include polyploidy and organellar inheritance, pollination, seed saving and basic plant breeding. Companion lab exercises follow a generation of pea breeding and includes plant pollination techniques, DNA extraction and sequencing, molecular markers.


Prerequisites one majors-level biology course or equivalent.

Distribution Requirements (BSC-AG, OPHLS-AG)

Exploratory Studies (CU-SBY)

Last 1 Terms Offered 2025SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 2253

  • 4 Credits Opt NoAud

  • 11161 PLSCI 2250   LEC 001

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Prerequisite: one majors-level biology course or equivalent.

  • 11162 PLSCI 2250   LAB 401

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    • M Mann Library 405
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Mazourek, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 11163 PLSCI 2250   LAB 402

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    • W Mann Library 405
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Mazourek, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 11164 PLSCI 2250   LAB 403

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    • F Mann Library 405
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Mazourek, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person