Genetic Principles

Instructor(s): Dr. Don Lee

Number of Units: 1-3

Estimated Time of Completion: 40-60 hours (for each module in the 3-module Genetic Principles series)

Please note that the actual amount of time it takes to complete this module will vary based on the learner's previous background and/or experience with the concepts presented in this module.

Description: Genetic principles of inheritance in plants and animals and their significance in biology and agriculture will be discussed. Topics include the physical basis of heredity in families and populations; introduction to chromosome biology; the molecular basis for gene expression; and modern genetic engineering tools used in animal and plant systems. Problem sets and quizzes will be used to clarify genetics and selective plant breeding topics.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Plant Breeding & Genetics Badge program.

Registration:

• Module 1: Inheritance in Families and Populations
• Module 2: Chromosomes and Genes
• Module 3: Molecular Genetic Engineering, DNA & Testing Methods

Or enroll in all 3 modules for a special price of $750!

Upon registration and payment of module(s), learners will be emailed instructions on how to access the module (account creation/login, enrollment key, etc.).

Course Requirements & Materials:

• Technical Requirements: Access to high-speed Internet and email with up-to-date browsers and the ability to view videos (recommended browsers are Firefox, Chrome, and Safari)
• Textbooks: No textbooks required. All course materials are online in Campus eXtension and PASSeL. Free, additional genetics information can also be found at https://ge.unl.edu/.