This course is designed to give students an overview of the basic principles underlying the study of genetics. Students will also be exposed to the theories and techniques used by both classical geneticists and modern day molecular geneticists. Laboratory experiments will be utilized to further reinforce the concepts learned in the classroom, and will afford the student the opportunity to gain the skills required to perform cutting-edge genetic research. Prerequisite: SC 141 or for LAS: Science majors SC 155.