Focuses on providing students with a deeper understanding of molecular principles and processes of heredity. Through lecture, case studies, and hands-on activities students will explore gene structure, expression, and regulation; chromosome organization and replication; mutations and DNA repair; and advances in biotechnology. Additionally, Mendelian, non-Mendelian heredity, and population genetics are studied within a molecular context. Prerequisites: Successful completion (C- or better) of BIOL 111 and 112 with labs and CHEM 111 with lab. Corequisite: BIOL 315L lab, 1 credit hour. Fall and Spring.