MCB304
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MCB304 - Molecular Genetics
Course Description
This course will cover the foundations of genetics and genomics: 1) how cells and organisms transmit information to the next generation, 2) how the phenotypes of cells and organisms are connected to the information encoded within a DNA template, and 3) how DNA sequencing and recombinant DNA technology can be used to sequence and analyze the entire set of DNA in cells. In the first half of the course, the topics will include the mechanisms of genetic transmission, basis of traits, genome replication, and gene expression. The focus of the second half of the course will be to synthesize our understanding of these fundamental processes and to explore their application to the analysis of a wide range of biological phenomena.
Min Units
4
Max Units
5
Repeatable for Credit
No
Grading Basis
GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E
Career
Undergraduate
Enrollment Requirements
016988
Course Requisites
MCB 181R, MCB 181L; CHEM 103A and CHEM 104A or CHEM 151; concurrent registration, CHEM 241A and CHEM 241B recommended. Credit for MCB 304 or MCB 411 or ECOL 320 only. Preference given to MCB majors.
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Component
Discussion
Optional Component
Yes
Component
Lecture
Optional Component
No
Typically Offered Main Campus
Fall
Typically Offered Distance Campus
Not Offered
Typically Offered Online Campus
Not Offered
Typically Offered Phoenix Campus
Not Offered
Typically Offered Sierra Vista Campus
Not Offered
Typically Offered Community Campus
Not Offered