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Course Outlines

Fall 2023 - BISC 202 D100

Genetics (3)

Class Number: 1926

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 6 – Oct 6, 2023: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

    Oct 11 – Dec 5, 2023: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

    Sep 6 – Dec 5, 2023: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 16, 2023
    Sat, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    BISC 101 and 102, both with a minimum grade of C-.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Principles and concepts of transmission of genetic information. Topics include: molecular basis of inheritance, interpretation of pedigrees, chromosomal mapping, linkage, crosses, epigenetics, and the regulation and flow of genetic information from DNA to proteins. Focus on problem-solving.

COURSE DETAILS:

 

  • Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance
  • Gene interactions
  • Mapping linked genes
  • Prokaryotic genetics
  • Chromosome mutations
  • Genetic information
  • Genetic code
  • DNA structure and function
  • DNA replication
  • Transcription and translation
  • Gene expression and regulation

Grading

  • Lecture Participation 10%
  • Tutorial Participation 10%
  • Midterm Exam 35%
  • Final Exam 45%

NOTES:

**Alternative Exam weighting: 

Option 1 = 35% midterm + 45% cumulative final exam.

Option 2 = 25% midterm + 55% cumulative final exam.

For each individual student: The instructor will calculate both options, and automatically use the best option to assign your final letter grade. 

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

To participate during lectures, you should have an  internet-enabled device that can open a CANVAS quiz or access other polling apps during class .

REQUIRED READING:

No textbook required


RECOMMENDED READING:

Klug, William S., Concepts of Genetics (11th or 12th editions are recommended, but older editions are acceptable)

OR

Griffiths, Anthony J. F. An Introduction to Genetic Analysis. (11th edition is recommended, but older editions are acceptable)


REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the semester are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.