About This Course

Principles of Genetics explores the fundamental principles of heredity, examining the flow of genetic information from the molecular to the organismal level. Delve into DNA replication, gene expression, and mechanisms of inheritance to build a foundation for healthcare or scientific careers.

General education & majors

Degree requirements differ by college and catalog year; always verify gen-ed rules and transfer credit with your advisor.

Commonly used toward biology, genetics, or prerequisite requirements for nursing and STEM pathways. ACE-recommended credits transfer to many schools—always confirm with your registrar or advisor.

What You'll Learn

  • Describe key structures of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and how genetic information is stored and expressed.
  • Apply Mendelian principles, Punnett squares, pedigrees, and basic statistics to predict inheritance outcomes.
  • Explain DNA replication, transcription, translation, and how mutations affect proteins and traits.
  • Connect chromosome structure, linkage, mapping, and population genetics to real-world medical and biotech contexts.

About StraighterLine

StraighterLine offers self-paced, online courses with a subscription model plus per-course tuition. Credits are ACE-recommended; transfer policies depend on your college. Pricing and promotions change—confirm current details on the StraighterLine site.

Location Online
Format Self-paced
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