Get Guided MSCI 505-Principles of Medical Genetics
Course Summary
For information regarding the prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic Course Catalog.
Rationale
Genetic material, such as RNA or DNA, is a common feature of all living organisms. Understanding the structure, function, and transmission of these molecules is fundamental to an understanding of topics ranging from the propagation of life to the molecular basis of human diseases. This course adds to foundational concepts of genetics and focuses on epigenetic contributions to human development and health.
Measurable Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain the molecular mechanisms of basic medical genetics
- Describe biological processes affected by epigenetic mechanisms
- Explain the genetic basis of diseases
- Interpret and communicate data from recent scientific publications in the field of medical genetics
Course Assignment
Textbook readings and lecture presentations
Course Requirements Checklist
After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.
Total Discussions (2)
Discussions are a collaborative learning experience. Therefore, the student is required to create a thread in response to the provided prompt. The thread must be at least 400 words and demonstrate course-related knowledge. In addition to the thread, the student is required to reply to 2 other classmates’ threads. Each reply must be at least 250 words.
Lectures (5)
The student will answer an essay-style set of questions based on the Learn material within the module.
Poster Presentation
Quiz: Poster Presentation: Article Check
The student will post their chosen epigenetic article for approval from the instructor.
Poster Presentation: e-Poster Assignment
The student will complete a PowerPoint presentation (e-Poster) based on a published epigenetic article.
Poster Presentation: Oral Assignment
The student will complete their e-Poster presentation by submitting a 12-minute audio recording explaining the article they have chosen and on which their e-Poster was made.
Total Quizzes (6)
The student will complete 6 quizzes based on the Learn material for the modules in which it is assigned. Each quiz will be open-book/open-notes. The quizzes will contain true/false, multiple-choice, multiple-answer, matching, and/or fill-in-the-blank questions. The quizzes will also have a 40-minute time limit.
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