2021-2022 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [Archived]

Courses


 
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • BIO 587 - Bioinformatics

    3 Credits


    Provides hands-on training in bioinformatics. Students acquire the theoretical knowledge and practical skill required to effectively utilize essential network-based bioinformatics programs and databases, typically accessed from standard laptop computers. Training includes experience with high performance parallel computing and an introduction to problem-solving in bioinformatics using the Perl programming language.

    Prerequisites
    CHEM 106, BIO 102, or consent of instructor.

    Cross-listed
    CHEM 587.
    Note
    Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • BIO 681 - Medical Genetics

    1-3 Credits
    This course should build upon basic knowledge of genetics, with resulting insight and recognition of genetic problems of patients and their prospective offspring. The student should be aware of socioeconomic and psychological stigmas associated with genetic anomalies and be able to refer those afflicted patients to competent genetic counseling centers.

    Prerequisites
    admission into medical school or consent of the Director of the Center for Medical Education and the Chairperson of the Department of BIO.

    Note
    Required for sophomore medical students.


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  • BIO 682 - Medical Genetics II

    3 Credits
    This course will build upon the knowledge gained from BIO 681: Medical Genetics (3 credits).  A deeper insight and recognition of genetic problems of patients and their prospective offspring.  Students will recognize additional genetic syndromes and the typical management of these disorders.  Students will select the most appropriate genetic testing plan, responsibilities related to ordering testing and awareness of follow-up implied by results. Note: Delivery mode may either be face-face or online.

    Prerequisites
    BIO 681

    Co-requisites
    None

    When Offered
    Every Spring
    Repeatable
    No


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  • BIO 685 - Foundations in Genetic Counseling

    2 Credits
    Introduce students to the field of genetic counseling and the basic principles of the profession.  Topics will include the history of the profession, scope of practice, constructing a comprehensive pedigree and lead a genetic counseling session.  This course includes a variety of hands-on experiences to gain skills necessary to be a successful genetic counselor.  When taken for a second term, the course will expand on the basic skills to gain more depth and independence as well as knowledge necessary to promote responsible use of genetic/genomic technologies and information to enhance the health of individuals, communities and the public.

    When Offered
    Fall and Spring
    Repeatable
    2


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