BIO 6541
Human Heredity

3 credit hours.
Prerequisite: 18 semester hours in biology




Instructor: Dr. Robert G. Hamilton

Hederman Science, Room 205; phone, (601) 925-3872
Location: Hederman Science, room 105

Time: T 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Textbook:  Thompson and Thompson, Genetics in Medicine, Nussbaum et al. 7th edition.. You must have this book to complete the course.


IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS DUE TO LEARNING, PHYSICAL,
PSYCHOLOGICAL, OR OTHER DISABILITIES, PLEASE CONTACT DR. BUDDY WAGNER IN THE COUNSELING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER. HE MAY BE REACHED BY PHONE AT (601) 925-3354 OR BY MAIL AT P.O. BOX 4063, CLINTON, MS 39058.

THE LAST DAY TO DROP A CLASS IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31. STUDENTS CANNOT WITHDRAW AFTER OCTOBER 31 UNLESS ALL OF THE THREE FOLLOWING CRITERIA ARE MET: EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES (CLEARLY OUTSIDE THE STUDENT'S CONTROL)

PASSING THE COURSE AT THE TIME OF THE WITHDRAWAL

DOES NOT HAVE EXCESSIVE ABSENCES AT THE TIME OF THE WITHDRAWAL
NO REFUNDS FOR DROPPING A SINGLE CLASS AFTER THE FIRST WEEK

Course Description:

A study of the basic principles of human heredity including the genetic materials of man, the behavior of genes in individuals, in kindreds and in populations.

Rationale for course:

Genetics is central to all life. Any understanding of living systems requires a knowledge of genetics. An understanding of living systems sufficient for professional and pre-professional programs in the life sciences requires a rigorous knowledge of basic genetics. Genetics thus fulfills the mission of the college through the concentrated study in specialized fields, in this case, the specialized field of genetics. This course is also essential if students of the biological and biomedical sciences are to utilize their skills, talents and abilities as they pursue meaningful careers, life-long learning, and service to God and others. This course is specifically directed at in service professionals and pre and in service teachers.

Learning Objectives:

The learning objectives of this course are a level of understanding consistent with the needs of our target audience as described above in the following areas:
 

The Structure of the Human Genome
The Function of the Human Genome
How the Human Genome is Studied and Analyzed
The Nature of Genetic Variation
Characterization of Genetic Variation in Humans
Genetic Disease in Humans
Genetic Counseling


The course will consist of a lecture component reviewing the topics listed above, a seminar component, where students will present case studies from medical genetics. Lectures and seminars will be presented weekly.

Evaluation:

One midterm exam will constitute 20% of the final grade.
A final exam will constitute 30% of the final grade.

Seminar presentations will constitute 40% of the final grade.

Attendance at the seminars will constitute 10% of the final grade.

Mississippi College policies on academic integrity (honesty) will be enforced as described in the  Mississippi College Graduate Bulletin.

Mississippi College attendance policies will also be enforced as per the Mississippi College Graduate Bulletin. Note in particular that if 4 classes are missed, the student will be automatically awarded a grade of F.