GS110072   Statistical Genetics

Fu, Yun-Xin. Two semester hours. Fall even-numbered years. Prerequisite: calculus and statistics and consent of instructor

Statistical procedures of estimating genetic parameters and testing hypotheses and aspects of population genetics are discussed. The topics covered include segregation analysis, tests of genetic linkage, estimation of gene frequencies, genetics of quantitative characters, inheritance of complex characters, paternity test, and genetic counseling.