DEVELOPMENT GENETICS
- Course Code
- DB 3501
- Credit Points
- 15
- Course Coordinator
- Dr J Pettitt
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
DB 3803, DB 3804
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.