This course is designed for Biology majors and introduces students to basic unit of inheritance, DNA (deoxyribose nucleic acid). It focuses on the structure of nucleic acids and their roles in protein synthesis and nuclear division. It also introduces students to the process of DNA replication, protein synthesis and nuclear division.  It further looks at macromolecules and how they direct molecular process in eukaryotic cells. Students are also introduced to the basic principles of classical genetics involving the work of Gregor Mendel, which discusses key concept involving patterns of inheritance. In addition, topics such as genetic engineering, speciation, variation and natural selection and evolution are explored in this course.