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Genetics - BIOL206

Genetics occupies a central role in modern sciences, with profound implications to basic and applied research in biology, medicine and agriculture, as well as to a number of philosophical issues in human affairs. This unit offers a balanced approach to teach introductory principles of genetics. It combines sections on classical, molecular and population genetics presented in an integrative way. The practical sessions offer students the possibility of learning essential techniques and skills in modern molecular genetics. This unit is available in composite mode. It involves two hours of lectures and an average of four hours of practical work per week for internal students. External students have three two day on campus sessions.

Credit Points: 3
When Offered:

D1 - Day; Offered in Session 1, North Ryde

Xc1 - External study (composite mode); Offered in Session 1

X1 - External study; Offered in Session 1 (On-campus dates: 17-18 March, 12 April, 19-20 May)

Staff Contact(s): Dr Adam Stow
Prerequisites:

12cp(P) including 6cp(P) in 100-level BIOL units Prerequisite Information

Corequisites:

STAT170 or STAT171

NCCW(s):
Unit Designation(s):

Technology

Science

Medical Sciences

Unit Type:
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Biological Sciences

Faculty of Science

Timetable Information

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