BIOL 6063 - Population Genetics

Population genetics deals with the genetic composition of populations and the forces that lead to allele frequency change as well as equilibrium. Topics include the effects of random mating, inbreeding, mutation, migration, selection and stochastic processes on the genetic structures of populations. An important aspect of the course focuses on the theoretical models that form the foundation of population genetics. Required: an understanding of Mendelian and chromosomal aspects of genetics.