From Genotype to Phenotype

In this course, students will learn about the connections between an individual’s genetic makeup and the development of their morphology, physiology, and lifestyle. The course will focus on understanding the connections between the information contained in the genome and the life cycle of the organism in question, including the cellular characteristics resulting from the expression of genetic information. This information will be placed within an evolutionary context and will help shed light on several major evolutionary transitions, particularly among metazoans.

Specific skills:

- Identify the molecular mechanisms underlying genome dynamics and the utilization of genetic information

- use standard molecular biology techniques in research laboratories

- place the various phases of genome expression within a life cycle

- to place various morphological characteristics associated with specific genetic information within an evolving context

General Skills:

• Apply fundamental concepts and technologies from molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, physiology, biological classification, developmental biology, and evolutionary biology to address a problem in the field or analyze a research paper or presentation
• Interpreting Experimental Data
• Identify the different steps in an experimental process
• Understand the process of knowledge formation in various disciplines
• Be able to develop a logical argument using critical thinking
• Respect others, as well as the equipment and organisms we are working with
• Identify specific regulations and implement key preventive measures related to health and safety.