BIOL 1180 - Human Genetics

Institution:

St Catherine University

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Description:

A study of classical and molecular genetics in the context of human genetic analysis, with particular emphasis on issues relevant to women and the impact of gender on genetics. Topics covered include Mendelian genetics, human pedigree analysis, human genetic disease, gene and chromosome structure, gene expression, regulation of gene expression, mechanisms of genetic variability, cancer genetics, recombinant DNA and genetic technology. The course also looks at the ethical, legal, economic and political dimensions of modern genetic technologies such as gene therapy, prenatal genetic screening, gene cloning, the human genome project, gene mapping and DNA fingerprinting. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Designed for nonmajors. Offered in Weekend College.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stkate.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 690-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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