Prerequisite: BSCI222; Recommended: BSCI410
(Sponsoring Dept.: CBMG). Acceptable toward Biological Sciences Specialization Areas: CEBG (Genetics category) and GENB (Genetics & Evolution category).
Introduction to the various applications of genetics to human health, familial diseases, the analysis of molecular mechanisms through which genes cause disease, and diagnosis/treatment of genetic diseases. Topics include immunogenetics, genetic testing, and genetic counseling. Case studies will provide an opportunity to apply the knowledge.