Prerequisites
RBM2540 - Pathophysiology 2
RBM2560 - Medical Biochemistry
RBM2133 - Cell and Molecular Biology
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Learning Outcomes
1. | Conceptualise the structure of the human genome, the functional significance of its various components and how gene expression is regulated; | ||
2. | Scrutinise the various types of inheritance patterns, including both Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance; | ||
3. | Elucidate genetic disease-causing mechanisms such as various types of DNA mutations, chromosomal abnormalities and epigenetic mechanisms; | ||
4. | Analyse the genetic basis, symptoms, pathogenesis, and principles of diagnosis and treatment options of commonly encountered genetic diseases as well as diseases that have genetic risk factors; | ||
5. | Discuss the ethical implications of genetic screening and counselling in relation to each disease. |
Assessment
Assessment type | Description | Grade |
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Case Study | Case study and short answer activities | 15% |
Assignment | Infographic (scientific) | 25% |
ICT (Wiki, Web sites) | Podcast - information resource for patient population | 30% |
Case Study | Genetic counselling session | 30% |
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