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Sep 08, 2024
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BI 3350 - Introduction to Genomics: Concepts and Technologies3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits Course Description This course prepares the student to apply knowledge of genomics and genetics in their biology, science, or clinical-based professions. The course prepares the student to participate in health care or related workforce areas in delivering competent genetic and genomic focused skills. The course develops students’ technical knowledge and theory of diagnostic skills needed to address the genetics- and genomics-related issues and concerns for clients and their families. This course will be accepted as an NU elective for students in the School of Nursing. (prereq: BI 102 or equivalent; BI 1010 or equivalent; NU 290 or equivalent or by consent of the instructor) Course Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Understand genomics and its role in the health practices
- Understand the role genomics play in the diagnosis, prognosis, and predictive medicine in terms of diseases
- Understand the genomics and epigenomics relationship
- Understand the importance for adapting genetic/genomic information and services to clients based on culture, religion, knowledge level, literacy, and preferred language.
- Apply critical thinking by recognizing the relationship of genetics/genomics to health, prevention, screening, diagnostics, treatment, and treatment effectiveness
- Analyze genetic/genomic based interventions and information to improve client outcomes
- Determine the importance for collaborating with members of the health care team to improve health care outcomes for clients with genetic/genomic concerns
- Establish effective communication and health education skills to improve care of the client with genetic/genomic concerns
- Compare technology used in the diagnosis and treatment of genetic/genomic concerns
- Justify the role of the health care professional in advocating for the client with genetic/genomic concerns
Prerequisites by Topic Course Topics
- Study of genomics
- Difference between unicellular and multicellular genomes
- Difference between genetics, genomics, proteomics
- Global impact of genomics
- Ethics in genomics and genomic practice
- Genetics/genomics basis for inheritable diseases
- Genomics influence on selected complex health problems
- Genomics and disease management
- Global genomics issues
Coordinator Drs. Gul Afshan
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