BIOL 5148G - Human Genetics (4 Credit Hours)

Lecture Hours: 0,4 Lab Hours: 0,4
Basic principles of Mendelian inheritance and molecular genetics are applied to a systematic review of human disorders. Included are disorders of blood, connective tissue, muscles, lysosomes, lipoproteins, transport membrane and mechanisms, amino acid metabolism and the immune system. Special attention is given to diseases caused by chromosomal abnormalities. Sex determination, genetic markers, gene mapping and population genetics are also covered. Graduate students will complete assignments beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements. These assignments require higher-level mastery of the subject matter and additional deliverable representative of graduate-level work, as determined by the instructor.

Cross Listing(s): BIOL 5148.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students