MPAS 606 Genetics
This course covers the principles of genetics and molecular mechanisms of health and disease to include gene expression, mutation as the origin of normal variation and genetic disorders, polymorphism, family history, and genograms. Students learn about common genetic concerns related to pregnancy, the newborn, the emerging adult, and the family unit. The methods for analysis of human DNA and its associated role in evaluating a patient with suspected genetic disease, genetic counseling, and chromosomal, monogenic, and multifactorial genetic disorders are outlined and the basics of genetic screening, testing, and treatment are discussed. Students will learn through an integrated curriculum to include computer-based, lecture-based, and collaborative instructional modalities that will include classroom, laboratory, simulation, group, community, and clinical experiences.