XII. Course Descriptions
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Department of Animal and Poultry Science
Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology
Department of Plant Agriculture
Department of Integrative Biology
| MBG*1000 Genetics and Society W (3-1) [0.50] |
| This course covers the basic principles of genetics at work in human society. The roles of genes and inheritance in the biology
of humans and the organisms with which we interact. Introduction to some of the social and ethical consequences of genetic
knowledge and practice. This is a science course designed primarily for students in the Arts or Social and Applied Human Sciences.
Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology.
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| Restriction(s): |
Not available to students registered in B.Sc. programs. |
| MBG*2040 Foundations in Molecular Biology and Genetics F,W (4-0) [0.50] |
| This course will develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts in genetics, including patterns of inheritance, allelic
variation, gene interaction, linkage, gene mapping and changes in chromosome structure and number. This will be followed by
in-depth discussions on gene structure, replication, transcription, translation, recombination, mutation and DNA repair, and
an introduction to gene regulation.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
4.00 credits including (BIOL*1040 or BIOL*1090)
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| Restriction(s): |
MBG*2000, MBG*2020 |
| MBG*3050 Human Genetics W (3-3) [0.50] |
| This course is designed to introduce the student to the study of biological inheritance in humans. The course includes discussion
of the genetic basis of human individual differences, gene frequencies in human populations, human behavioral genetics, human
cytogenetics, biochemical genetics and developmental genetics, medical genetics and other aspects of human heredity. Department
of Molecular and Cellular Biology.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
MBG*2020 or MCB*2050 |
| MBG*3060 Quantitative Genetics W (3-2) [0.50] |
| This course examines the nature of Mendelian inheritance when extended to quantitative traits that are jointly influenced
by the environment and the simultaneous segregation of many genes. Prediction of response to natural and artificial selection
in populations will also be studied. Department of Animal and Poultry Science. (Also offered through Distance Education format.)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
(MBG*2000 or MBG*2040), 0.50 credits in statistics
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| MBG*3090 Applied Animal Genetics F (3-2) [0.50] |
| This course studies the basis of, and methods for, effective use of modern animal breeding tools for practical improvement
of livestock species. The course involves an examination and comparison of the structure of genetic improvement programs across
species. International aspects and challenges to animal breeding programs are considered. Department of Animal and Poultry
Science. (Also offered through Distance Education format.)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
(MBG*2000 or MBG*2040), 0.50 credits in statistics
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| MBG*3100 Plant Genetics F (3-2) [0.50] |
| This course examines reproduction in plants, genome organization, organelle and polyploid genetics, and analyses of mutations,
genetic variation and linkage with classical and modern approaches. Department of Plant Agriculture.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
(MBG*2000 or MBG*2040), STAT*2040 |
| MBG*3350 Laboratory Methods in Molecular Biology I F,W (1-8) [0.75] |
| This course involves laboratory based instruction in the basic methodologies of Molecular Biology. Students will have the
opportunity to develop technical skills and practical knowledge sufficient to perform basic procedures independently, and
to diagnose and analyze experimental results obtained with these techniques. Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
BIOC*2580, (MBG*2020 or MCB*2050)
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| Restriction(s): |
Registration in the B.Sc. major in BIOC, BIOC:C, BTOX, BTOX:C, MICR, MICR:C, MBG, PBTC, PLSC, TOX, TOX:C |
| MBG*3360 Laboratory Methods in Molecular Biology II W (0-8) [0.75] |
| This is a laboratory based course which builds on the techniques introduced in MBG*3350. Students will have the opportunity to develop technical skills and practical knowledge sufficient to perform advanced agendas
independently, and to diagnose and analyze experimental results obtained with these techniques. Department of Molecular and
Cellular Biology.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
70% in (MBG*2020 or MCB*2050) and 75% in MBG*3350 |
| MBG*3660 Genomics F (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course examines the genomes of eukaryotes and prokaryotes. Topics covered include how genomes are mapped and sequenced,
the function of the genome and ethical issues arising from genomic information. How genomic data is used for understanding
and treating human disease and for the study of evolution will also be discussed.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
MBG*2020 or MCB*2050 |
| Restriction(s): |
MBG*3600 |
| MBG*4030 Animal Breeding Methods F (3-2) [0.50] |
| Theoretical and scientific aspects of practical animal breeding programs which lead to genetic improvement of efficiency and
profitability of animal production. Integrates quantitative genetics with concepts of statistics, economics, biology and biotechnology
and expands into development of practical breeding plans. Department of Animal and Poultry Science.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
MBG*3060 |
| MBG*4080 Molecular Genetics F (3-0) [0.50] |
| In this course the topics studied will include the chemical nature of genetic material, transcription and the control of gene
expression, and DNA cloning and the use of recombinant DNA molecules in modifying gene expression. Department of Molecular
and Cellular Biology.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
MBG*2020 or MCB*2050 |
| MBG*4110 Advanced Concepts in Genetics F (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course presents classical non-Mendelian phenomena, including analysis of chromosome breakage, transposition, imprinting
and paramutation. Modern advances in gene regulation via epigenetic phenomena will be a central theme, focusing on chromatic
remodeling, gene silencing and RNA interference as they pertain to organism development, with an emphasis on plants. Department
of Molecular and Cellular Biology.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
MBG*2020 or MCB*2050 |
| MBG*4160 Plant Breeding W (3-2) [0.50] |
| This course examines the application of genetic principles to plant improvement. Topics include breeding objectives, mating
systems, selection, testing and germplasm maintenance of horticultural and crop plants. Department of Plant Agriculture.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
(MBG*2000 or MBG*2040), STAT*2040 |
| MBG*4240 Applied Molecular Genetics W (3-0) [0.50] |
| In this course the topics studied will include molecular and cellular aspects of biotechnology, in vitro manipulations of
animal and plant cells, genetic engineering in eukaryotes and development of transgenic organisms, methods of gene therapy
and molecular biology of cancer and its treatment. Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
MBG*2020 or MCB*2050 |
| MBG*4270 DNA Replication, Recombination and Repair W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course will examine the DNA transactions that determine the structure and function of the genome, with an emphasis on
natural and synthetic mutagens and their mode of action, replication and recombination of genetic material, recognition and
repair of DNA damage, and inherited and somatic genetic diseases arising from abnormal DNA metabolism. Department of Molecular
and Cellular Biology.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
MBG*2020 or MCB*2050 |
| MBG*4300 Plant Molecular Genetics W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course studies the molecular genetics of plants. The topics include: plant genome diversity and synteny; Arabidopsis
thaliana genome, hormonal, environmental and developmental regulation of gene expression; chloroplast and mitochondrial genomes;
and gene expression and silencing in transgenics. The course will be delivered using a lecture and paper discussion format.
Students will learn and use a variety of computer techniques to search and analyze plant genome databases. Department of Plant
Agriculture.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
MBG*2000 or MBG*2040 |
