Statistical Analysis of Genetic Data
Credit Hours:
3 hours
Methods for analysis of genetic data, with an emphasis on gene mapping. Topics include quantitative genetics, covariance between relatives, estimation of genetic parameters, detection of genetic linkage in crosses and natural populations, association mapping, and QTL mapping. Emphasis on fitting models, estimating parameters, and making inferences based on genetic data.
Offered spring semester every even-numbered year.
Prerequisites:
(STAT 6220 or STAT 4230/6230 or STAT 6315 or STAT 6320 or STAT 6420) and STAT 4510/6510
Level: