ILP 370 - Human Genome Project

Institution:

Western New England University

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Description:

Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing. This 300-level course is targeted at both nonscience and science majors intrigued by the potential this new research has for affecting their lives, and the lives of their friends and family, particularly regarding health issues. The current learning objectives for this course include, but are not limited to: (1) a basic understanding of how genetics works; (2) a basic understanding of the history of the HGP; (3) an understanding of some of the potential benefits of new genetic and reproductive technologies; (4) an understanding of the inherent conflicts associated with new genetic technologies and the ethical issues associated with these conflicts, for example, concerns about access - who is denied benefits, who gains the benefits; and (5) an understanding of the civil responsibility in guiding both the research and its ultimately applications. Students will be introduced to the history and motivation for the project, the fundamentals of genomics, and applications of the HGP. The second part focuses on the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of the research. 3 cr.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wne.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 782-3111

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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