Dr. McDermott 4.5 Cr. Mendelian, cyto-, population, evolutionary, and basic molecular genetics. Emphasis on eucaryotes. Dr. Dwyer 5 Cr. Study of the nature and function of the gene with emphasis on the experimental evidence which gave rise to the present concepts of genetic engineering.
Strong emphasis is placed on recombinant DNA techniques in both lecture and laboratory.
Dr. Voltzow 5 Cr. Labs focus on the diversity of invertebrate forms and include field trips. Fall - odd years. Dr. Voltzow 3 Cr. Diversity of marine habitats and of the organisms that inhabit them.