Course Overview
This course continues from Molecular Genetics 1 in its coverage of the principles of genetic analysis. Includes recombinant DNA technology, gene editing, regulation of gene expression, genetics of the cell cycle, genetic development and extranuclear DNA. Also covers advanced topics in Molecular Genetics, such as its application in cancer biology.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in BIOT 5220
Credits
6.5
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- apply molecular biology to the study of gene regulation.
- describe and discuss genetic engineering, gene editing, and genomics.
- describe the genetic control of development.
- explain the molecular genetics of cancer.
- describe extranuclear inheritance.
- sequence DNA.
- Isolate and reverse transcribe RNA.
- perform real-time PCR and gene editing.
- perform basic bioinformatics techniques.
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Molecular Genetics 2 (BIOT 6220) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Health Sciences
- Honours in Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science Full-time
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