Description: (Same as Biostatistics M237 and Human Genetics M207B.) Lecture, three hours; laboratory, one hour. Requisites: Biostatistics 200B, 202B (may be taken concurrently) or equivalent coursework or consent of instructor. Covers basic genetic concepts (prior knowledge of human genetics not required). Topics include statistical methodology underlying genetic analysis of both quantitative and qualitative complex traits. Laboratory for hands-on computer analysis of genetic data; laboratory reports required. Course complements M207A; students may take either and are encouraged to take both. S/U or letter grading.

Units: 4.0