Genomics

3 credits · Undergraduate Programs

Examine the strategies and techniques, including massively parallel sequencing, used in genomic and genetic studies. Review how model systems and genome editing are used to establish the functional consequences of genomic variation. Students can expect to gain a comprehensive understanding and broad appreciation of the significance of genomic information in context of rare and common human diseases, and genome biology. Prerequisite(s): Medical Science 408 or Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology 413.