STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Demonstrate an understanding of basic concepts of human genetics, cells, and human development.

 II.     Demonstrate an understanding of the application of Mendelian laws of genetics to human characteristics.

 III.    Demonstrate an understanding of the role of DNA structure, replication, and mutation in human inheritance.

 IV.     Demonstrate an understanding of the role of genetics in human population and environmental issues.

 V.      Demonstrate an understanding of DNA technology as it applies to the human experience.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Introduction

         A.      Overview of Human Genetics

         B.      Cells

         C.      Human Development

 II.     Transmission Genetics

         A.      Mendel`s Laws

         B.      Extensions and Exceptions to Mendel`s Laws

         C.      Matters of Sex

         D.      Multifactorial and Behavioral Traits

 III.    DNA and Chromosomes

         A.      DNA Structure and Replication

         B.      Gene Action

         C.      Gene Mutation

         D.      Chromosomes

 IV.     Population Genetics

         A.      When Gene Frequencies Stay Constant

         B.      Changing Allele Frequencies

         C.      Human Origins and Evolution

 V.      Immunity and Cancer

         A.      Genetics of Immunity

         B.      Genetics of Cancer

 VI.     Genetic Technology

         A.      Genetic Engineering

         B.      Gene Therapy and Genetic Counseling

         C.      Agricultural Biotechnology

         D.      Reproductive Technologies

         E.      Genomics