ECOS1079 Genetic and genomics in natural populations (5 cr)
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student:
-is able to use genetic / genomic databases and bioinformatics tools to study genetic variation in wild populations.
-can trace signs of selection pressures and demographic changes in DNA sequences and
-understand factors that have affected the evolution of single genes and genomes at structural and functional levels.
-can also interpret his/her own findings critically and report them to others.
Study methods
Course Participation (obligatory), course notebook, project report and presentation. Demonstrations and computer-based practical exercises for genetic data analysis; independent and group interpretation tasks.
Content
The course covers how bioinformatics methods and genetic and genomic data can be used to understand processes affecting wild populations. The course focuses on using DNA sequence variation to understand selection pressures and demographic changes in wild populations. Analyses exploring gene structure and function using genetic and genomic data are explored.
Further information
Course is organised every second year
Assessment criteria
Course Participation (obligatory), course notebook, project report and presentation.