Biology 514 - Population Genetics

This course focuses on the processes affecting the distribution of genetic variation in populations of organisms, through space and time. The processes studied are the ones that operate during evolutionary change. Topics covered will include the Hardy-Weinberg principle, gene flow, genetic drift, recombination and linkage disequilibrium, natural selection, the effect of mating systems on diversity, and the neutral theory of evolution. Examples illustrating key concepts will be drawn from various kingdoms of life. The course will consist of lectures and in class discussions. Satisfies the Integrative Experience requirement for BS-Biol majors. Prerequisites: Biology 280 or equivalent; Math 127 or Statistics 240 or equivalent.

Pre Req: BIOLOGY 280 and (MAT