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Fundamentals of Genetics
Decode the language of inheritance
Perfect for BSc/MSc students, CSIR prep, and anyone ready to master the core principles of genetics with confidence.
🧬 What You’ll Learn:
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Mendelian & non-Mendelian inheritance
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Epistasis, gene interactions & pedigree analysis
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Chromosomal basis of inheritance
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Sex-linked traits & genetic disorders
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Applied genetics, MCQ strategies & real-life case studies
🎯 Who Is This Course For?
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Undergraduate & Postgraduate Life Science students
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CSIR-NET, ICMR, DBT exam aspirants
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Teachers, tutors & content creators
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Anyone struggling with Genetics who wants a clear, visual approach
⚡ Why Choose This Course?
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Solid concept clarity + smart exam strategies
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Rich visual explanations for better retention
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Lifetime access — watch, revise, and master at your own pace
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Certificate of completion at the end of course
- Genetics doesn’t have to be hard — let’s crack it together.
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Fundamentals of Genetics Overview
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What's Inside:
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- In depth video lectures and study notes covering the most important topics in genetics for your preparation for competitive exams, interviews, and vivas.
- Multiple choice quiz to test your knowledge at the end of the course
Topics covered include,
1. Fundamentals of Genetics
- Mendelian Genetics
- Monohybrid cross
- Dihybrid Cross
- Extensions of Mendelian Genetics
- Epistasis
- Other key concepts
2. Linkage, recombination and gene mapping
- Key discoveries and experiments
- Types of linkages
- Calculating Recombination Frequency
- Gene mapping
- Cross Types for Mapping
- Interpreting Crossovers
- Interference and Coefficient of Coincedence
3. Chromosomal basis of inheritance
- Theory of inheritance
- Chromosome structure and types
- Sex determination mechanisms
- Sex linked and other non mendelian inheritances
- X-chromosome inactivation and barr bodies
4. Mutations and Genetic Disorders
- What is a mutation
- Types of mutations
- Chromosomal mutations
- Numerical chromosome abnormalities
- Example of chromosomal disorders
- Pedigree analysis for genetic disease
- Patterns of Inheritance in Pedigrees
- Genetic Counselling and Applications
5. Introduction to applied genetics
- Real world application of genetics
- Key tecniques and concepts
6. Exam and Interview strategy in genetics
- Importance of genetics in competitive exams
- Application beyond exams
- Practical example from viva
- Popular exam topics
- Success strategies

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About your instructor
I'm a passionate biology educator with experience in mentoring students for competitive exams. I created WhatNext to cut through the clutter and offer exam-focused, time-efficient resources that actually help students succeed. My focus has always been on smart preparation over scattered learning. If you've ever felt lost with too many notes, no clarity and no direction - this is for you!
Shruthi Sridhar, Educator
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is a comprehensive, concept-driven guide to understanding the principles of inheritance, from Mendelian laws to real-world genetic disorders. It’s designed to build strong foundational knowledge, sharpen problem-solving skills, and boost exam readiness.
This course is ideal for:
- BSc/MSc Life Science Students
- CSIR-NET, DBT, ICMR, GATE aspirants
- Teacher, tutors, content creators
- Anyone who finds genetics confusing and wants a clear, visual and structured approach
Yes! Whether you’re starting genetics or revisiting it after a break, the course builds from the ground up with simple explanations and gradually introduces advanced topics.
We focus on:
- Concept clarity, not rote memorization
- Smart exam strategies, not just theory
- Visual learening, so topics actually stick. Plus, you get lifetime access to revisit concepts anytime.
Yes! The course is built with a strong focus on CSIR-NET, ICMR, DBT, and other competitive exams. You’ll learn how to decode tricky MCQs and apply concepts to real-life questions.
Absolutely. You’ll receive a Certificate of Completion, which you can use as a value-add to your academic coursework or include in your CV as part of professional portfolio.