Foundations of genetics

In this unit, you’ll explore fundamental genetic principles common to all complex lifeforms, exploring the key concepts and methods that underpin the foundations of genetics. The unit encompasses a broad array of topics including: inheritance patterns of traits; the structure and organisation of genes, chromosomes, and genomes; and gene regulation, mutation, and function. You’ll examine the relationships between genotype and phenotype, the intricacies of genetic linkage and gene mapping, and the significance of chromosomal variation in both evolutionary processes and human disease. To illustrate these concepts, we'll draw on examples from a diverse array of organisms, including the human species. The unit will include lectures, hands-on workshops, and lab work to help you understand and apply these concept.