Module code | GTS 367 |
Qualification | Undergraduate |
Faculty | Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences |
Module content | Processes that affect genetic evolution: mutation, drift, natural selection and recombination. Fisher-Wright and coalescence models. Groupings of genes: linkage, inbreeding, population structure and gene flow. Neutral and nearly neutral theory. Quantitative genetics and the phenotype. Optimality. Adaptation. Levels of selection in sex ratios and conflict. Reproductive value and life history. Relatedness and kin selection. Sexual reproduction and selection. Genomic complexity and neutrality. |
Module credits | 18.00 |
NQF Level | 07 |
Programmes |
BSc in Information Technology in Information and Knowledge Systems
BSc in Biochemistry BSc in Biotechnology BSc in Entomology BSc in Genetics BSc in Human Genetics BSc in Human Physiology BSc in Human Physiology 4-year programme BSc in Human Physiology, Genetics and Psychology BSc in Medical Sciences BSc in Microbiology BSc in Plant Science BSc in Zoology |
Service modules | Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology |
Prerequisites | GTS 251 GS and GTS 261 GS. |
Contact time | 2 lectures per week, 1 practical/tutorial per week |
Language of tuition | Module is presented in English |
Department | Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbiology |
Period of presentation | Semester 1 |
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