BIOL 270 - Human Genetics

3 Credit Hour(s) / 3 Billing Hour(s)
General Education Category: MTA Natural Sciences Non-Lab

Presents general principles of genetics with specific human application. Topics include Mendelian genetics, mitosis and meiosis, chromosome structure and aberrations, sex determination and x-linkage, molecular basis of inheritance, gene mutations, genetics of immune system, cancer genes, recombinant DNA technology, and genetic screening and counseling.

Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): None
Placement Scores: Reading Level 5 and Writing Level 6 and [Math Skills Level 10 (College-Ready with Support) or minimum 2.0 in (MATH 105 or MATH 106) or P in (NCMA 106 or NCMA 110)]
Recommended: One semester of college-level biology
Course Note: This course includes on-site proctored exam(s) for all online sections. Students will need to travel to an LCC campus or request an approved non-LCC testing site (additional fees may apply) to take the exam(s).