Molecular technologies are developing very fast and are introduced in all areas of life, agriculture as well. They are used developing new breeds, for diversifying animal husbandry products, for testing of diseases and it�s prevention and characterization and conservation of animal genetic resources.

The course mainly concentrates on genome analysis in domestic animals, but the methods and theories taught are applicable in all higher organisms. The course gives in-depth knowledge of methods for studies of the mammalian genome and it�s structure and evolution. The aim of this course is to get acquainted with basic knowledge of molecular genetics: DNA extraction methods, PCR, electrophoresis, genotyping and DNA sequencing, molecular disease genetics, molecular evolution.

Practical work forms an important part of the course. This includes projects based on both laboratory analyses, where students work in groups and in addition, each group of students also do a literature review to be presented at seminars. Teaching is provided through lectures, tutorials, seminars, and lab practical.