Description
BIO 186 Genetics and Human Evolution - This is an introductory course in biology for non-majors, focusing on genetics, genomics and human evolution. Student Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate a sufficient basic knowledge in introductory biology 2. Comprehend the following: (i) the scientific method of investigation and how it is used to make important and
interesting scientific discoveries. (ii) the definition of a living cell - what it takes to be considered alive, and the chemistry of
living organisms (different types of bonds and their interactions, carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids and lipids). Catabolism and anabolism. Cell structure, function – components of a cell. (iii) the principles of transmission genetics (non sex-linked and sex-linked traits), complex traits, and be able to solve genetics problems. (iv) evolutionary of Homo sapiens in relation to other apes, human migration history. (v) selection in the human genome, genomewide association (GWA) in human traits and