BIOL 324 - Human Genetics

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

BIOLOGY

Description:

The general principles of segregation, modes of inheritance, cytogenetics and population genetics as they apply to normal and pathological conditions in humans. The principles of genetic engineering including recombination, cloning and artificial insemination with special reference to the ethical, physical, social and legal implications. Pedigree construction and analysis are an integral part of the course. Prerequisites: BIOL 101, BIOL 102 or BIOL 111. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Define and discuss Mendelian genetics (2) Develop and interpret pedigrees and Punnett squares (3) Understand and discuss mutations, alleles and polymorphisms in humans (4) Discuss the cell cycle and development of cancer in humans (5) Compare and contrast human genetic disorders (6) Identify environmental and genetic contributions to various disorders

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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