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Designed for nursing students. not for biology major credit. students do not need
To meet online during a specific day or time; online work is completed in a learning
Management system by deadlines specified by the instructor.

Nursing students will be introduced to genetics and genomics, providing a foundation of the key concepts in these areas including the nature of the gene and the causes and patterns of inheritance of genetic disorders, together with the ethical issues faced by medical professionals in genetics.

Goals and objectives of the course: By the end of the course you should be able to demonstrate that you know:- what a gene is at the molecular level, including an outline of the pathway of gene expression- the inheritance of chromosomes, genes, and both autosomal and sex-linked traits in humans, including interpreting and generating pedigrees and recognizing when genetic counseling is indicated- how to identify chromosomal abnormalities, genetic mutation, and their connections with human genetic diseases, including techniques for prenatal diagnosis and interpretation of a karyotype- the importance of multiple genetic factors and the environment in determining phenotype- the basics of genomic analysis and its role in medical diagnosis and treatment plans- and be aware of and sensitive to the ethical, cultural, and spiritual issues connected with genetic and genomic information in medical practice, including privacy of patient genetic information

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

• BIO 203 or BIO 204