BIOL 2030

Genetics and Molecular Biology

Lec 01, Lab B01 and Tut T01 selected

The power and prominence of modern genetics are emphasized through a blend of classical and molecular approaches. Topics: Mendelian, population and quantitative genetics; chromosome structure and variation; structure and function of nucleic acids; DNA replication, transcription and translation; gene expression; gene mutations; and genetic engineering. Course-based authentic research in lab.

Sections

Lecture
Lab, pick one
Tutorial, pick one

From the syllabus

From the Fall 2026 syllabus by Debra Grantham, Andrew Schofield, Julie LaRoche, and Paul Bentzen. Open the PDF

Grading

9%Achieve tutorial assignments (10)Best 9 of 10
3%Tutorial participationAt least 3 tutorials to earn marks
20%Midterm 1Unit 1; October 15
21%Midterm 2Unit 2; November 19
20%Midterm 3Unit 3; date TBD
5%Genetics Conversations presentationOctober 19 to November 6
4%Laboratory assignments: draftsDue by peer review sessions
10%Laboratory assignments: final paperDue at end of term
2.5%Pre-lab quizzesDue by lab start time
5.5%In-lab pod assignmentsDue by 12:30 PM the day after lab

Textbooks

  • Genetics: A Conceptual Approach (7th Update edition), Benjamin A. Pierce
  • A Student Handbook for Writing in Biology, Karin Knisely

Course rules

AI use
Generative AI use is not permitted in BIOL 2030.
Missed work
One Student Declaration of Absence can provide a three-day extension or allow an exam to be rescheduled.
Midterm conflicts
Contact Debra at least three days before a midterm to arrange another time for an unavoidable conflict.
Lab assignments
All lab assignments must be submitted to Brightspace to earn marks.
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all lectures.

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