Human Genetics and Medicine

Catalog description

This course offers an introduction to basic genetic concepts as they apply to humans. The course analyzes genetic pedigrees and hereditary relationships, genetic maps, genes, chromosomes, molecular aspects of human diseases and disorders related to genetics, and the role of databases including the Human Genome Project in forensics and medicine. Discussions include future potentials, as well as legal and ethical considerations, of genetic analysis and "genetic engineering." Intended for both majors and non-majors.