ANSC 360 - Animal Genetics

Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring

The basic principles of heredity and gene action including Mendelian concepts, kinds of gene action, mutations, sex linkage and molecular techniques used in animal science research and modern livestock selection methodology. Course includes a brief introduction to quantitative and population genetics involving inbreeding, outbreeding, and heritability.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 or BIOL 140, or equivalent.