BIO 1015 - Human Genetics

3 Credits

Focuses on the inheritance of human traits. It is a nonmathematical study for the non-science major. Topics include Mendelian, non-Mendelian, and sex-linked inheritance; role of mutations in the evolutionary process; as well as inherited diseases and the ethics of genetic technologies. Note: This course was previously listed as BIO 115.

Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide and MAT 0250/MAT 0300 or see ACC College Level Math Placement Guide.

Corequisite(s): ENG 0094; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English