Medical Genetics (SBL 238)

Term 2012-2013 Academic Year Spring Semester

Faculty

	Dr. Jamie L FornsaglioShow MyInfo popup for Dr. Jamie L Fornsaglio
	fornsaglio@setonhill.edu
	Office hours: by appointment Tuesday 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM Thursday 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Friday 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM

Schedule

Mon-Wed-Fri, 10:20 AM - 11:10 AM (1/21/2013 - 5/10/2013) Location: SHU MAURA 237

Description

Study of the structure and function of chromosomes and genes with an emphasis on the medical relevance of genetics. Topics include: gene and chromosome structure and function; clinical cytogenetics; genetic, environmental, and behavioral factors in disease; patterns of inheritance; genetic engineering and genome analysis; pharmacogenomics to develop therapies (both personalized and predictive) for treating hereditary disorders; and other competencies in genetics necessary for health professionals. This course is intended for students interested in the medical field. Offered: Fall semester; OBC session 3. Prerequisiste(s): (SBL 150and SBL 151)or (SBL 152and SBL 153) or (SHL 214and SHL 215) or (SHL 216and SHL 217) or permission of the instructor. Corequisiste(s): SBL 213(excluding physician assistant and health science majors).