DEVELOPMENT GENETICS

DEVELOPMENT GENETICS
Course Code
DB 3501
Credit Points
15
Course Coordinator
Dr J Pettitt

Pre-requisites

DB 3003, BT 3007

Co-requisites

DB 3801, DB 3802

Overview

Principles of genetic analysis; focussing on C. elegans as an exemplar system for applying genetics to the understanding of developmental events. The genetics of Drosophila applied to the understanding of embryonic development. The genetic control of vertebrate embryonic development.

Structure

3 one-hour lectures per week and one full day practical every other week.

Assessment

1st Attempt: 1½ hours written examination (70%); continuous assessment (30%).

Resit: 1½ hours written examination.