CMPBIO156

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CMPBIO 156 - Human Genome, Environment and Public Health

Computational Biology Graduate Group Undergraduate CDSS - Clg of Comp Data Sci & Society

Subject

CMPBIO

Course Number

156

Department

Computational Biology Graduate Group

Course Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Human Genome, Environment and Public Health

Course Description

This introductory course will cover basic principles of human/population genetics and molecular biology relevant to molecular and genetic epidemiology. The latest methods for genome-wide association studies and other approaches to identify genetic variants and environmental risk factors important to disease and health will be presented. The application of biomarkers to define exposures and outcomes will be explored. Recent developments in genomics, epigenomics and other ‘omics’ will be included. Computer and wet laboratory work will provide hands-on experience.

Minimum Units

4

Maximum Units

4

Grading Basis

Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option

Method of Assessment

Written Exam

Instructors

Barcellos, Holland

Prerequisites

Introductory level biology/genetics course, or consent of instructor. Introductory biostatistics and epidemiology courses strongly recommended.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Formats

Laboratory, Lecture

Term

Spring

Weeks

15 weeks

Weeks

15

Lecture Hours

4

Lecture Hours Min

4

Lecture Hours Max

4

Outside Work Hours

8

Outside Work Hours Min

8

Outside Work Hours Max

8