Handbook - Genetics

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Overview

Genetics is the study of inheritance and is an exciting and rapidly expanding discipline with applications in medicine, biotechnology, agriculture and many other fields. This course provides an overview of the key concepts in genetics including gene structure and transmission, genetic variation, regulation of gene activity, genetic variation, mutation and … For more content click the Read More button below. Assumed knowledge: CHEM1011 Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules and Energy or BIOS1101 Evolutionary and Functional Biology. Note: Prior to Semester 1, 2014 this course was known as BIOS2021.

Genetics is the study of inheritance and is an exciting and rapidly expanding discipline with applications in medicine, biotechnology, agriculture and many other fields. This course provides an overview of the key concepts in genetics including gene structure and transmission, genetic variation, regulation of gene activity, genetic variation, mutation and evolution. Laboratory experiments and conference-style activities are used to demonstrate genetic theory and its application, and provide an introduction to real-world research in genetics.

Assumed knowledge: CHEM1011 Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules and Energy or BIOS1101 Evolutionary and Functional Biology.

Note: Prior to Semester 1, 2014 this course was known as BIOS2021.

Conditions for Enrolment

Prerequisite: BABS1201 or DPST1051

Exclusion Courses

Course

BABS2264

BABS2264 - Genetics (Advanced Level)

Delivery

In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

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Course Outline

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BABS2204 Course Outline

Fees

Type	Amount
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)	$1003
Domestic Students	$6090
International Students	$6090

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