Genes, Cells & Evolution (BIOL1020)
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
3 Lecture hours
3 Practical or Laboratory hours
Incompatible
BIOL1011, CHEE1001
Assessment methods
Practical reports, quizzes, mid-semester examination, presentation, final examination
Course enquiries
Sem 1: Dr Paul Ebert; Sem 2: Dr Cynthia Riginos
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
This course discusses the structure & regulation of genes, the molecular processes of gene change and the principles of inheritance. The theory of evolution will be examined in the context of comparative genome analysis & genetic variation in populations. The broader concepts of speciation & extinction will be studied at the molecular level.