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SCB2322 | Genetics and Evolution | ||
SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCES | |||
Credit Points: 15 | |||
Prerequisites: | |||
SCI1183 | Origins and Evolution of Life | ||
SCI1187 | Form and Function in Biology | ||
Description: | |||
This unit introduces students to the fields of Mendelian molecular and population genetics. Inheritance is studied at the molecular, viral, cellular and organism levels and its importance in species survival is highlighted. Genetic processes are linked to evolution through a study of natural selection, mechanisms of speciation and patterns of evolutionary change. Full Unit Outline | |||
This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets | |||
K23 | Bachelor of Arts (Education) Bachelor of Science | ||
B73 | Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences) | ||
K57 | Bachelor of Science (Conservation&Wildlife Biology) | ||
G87 | Bachelor of Science (Marine and Freshwater Biology) | ||
MABIOS | Biological Sciences Major | ||
MAAAFY | Biological Sciences Major | ||
MACBIO | Conservation Biology Major | ||
MACBIO | Conservation Biology Major | ||
MAAAGM | Conservation Biology Major | ||
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005) | |||
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http://intranet.ecu.edu.au/student/support/student-equity |
Last Updated - Higher Education: 3/31/2010 VET: 3/31/2010