Variation and heredity in living organisms are considered at the whole organism, molecular, and population levels. This course includes an examination of the historical development of genetics from Mendel to modern research on DNA. This course also examines current biotechnology and some of its implications to society. Three-hour lecture, two-hour lab. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIO 20704 and CHM 15005.

Offered Fall for 4 Semester hours.