GGSC 310: UG Research-Genetics/Genomics Genome Structure/Organization
CRN: 64885
Min CR: 3
Schedule Type: Lecture
Instructor: Michael Crowley (P)

Prerequisites

Undergraduate level BY 210 Minimum Grade of C and Undergraduate level CH 117 Minimum Grade of C and Undergraduate level CH 118 Minimum Grade of C

Description

This course will cover the general concepts of genomics including gene structure and function, genomic technologies and their applications, and comparative genomics.

GGSC 320: Colloquium-Genetics/Genomics 
CRN: 63538
Min CR: 1
Schedule Type: Lecture
Instructor: John Hartman (P)

Description

Faculty-led seminar course that exposes students to cutting edge research topics and career opportunities in the fields of genetics and genomics. Students will read assigned articles and be prepared for discussion.

GGSC 380: UG Research-Genetics/Genomics 
CRN: 63540
Min CR: 1
Max CR: 3
Schedule Type: Undergraduate Research 
Instructor: Wioletta Czaja (P)

Description

Research project for non-GGS Honors students under the supervision of a faculty sponsor. May be repeated for a total of 9 semester credit hours in a 2 or 3 semester period.

GGSC 390: Hon Research-Genetics/Genomics 
CRN: 63541
Min CR: 1
Max CR: 3
Schedule Type: Undergraduate Research 
Instructor: Wioletta Czaja (P)

Description

Research project for GGS Honors students under the supervision of a faculty sponsor. May be repeated for a total of 9 semester credit hours in a 2 or 3 semester period.

GGSC 420: Applications of Bioinformatics
CRN: 66463
Min CR: 3
Schedule Type: Lecture Online 
Instructor: Chen Huang (P)

Prerequisites

Undergraduate level BY 210 Minimum Grade of C and Undergraduate level CH 117 Minimum Grade of C and Undergraduate level CH 118 Minimum Grade of C and (Undergraduate level GGSC 310 Minimum Grade of C or Undergraduate level BY 311 Minimum Grade of C)

Description

Introduction to computational tools and bioinformatics databases used in the fields of genetics and genomic sciences. This course will cover a wide variety of different bioinformatics applications, which will be taught through use of available on-line bioinformatics resources. Topics covered include large-scale genomic databases, sequence analysis systems, protein sequence analysis, structural bioinformatics, protein folding, and homology modeling.

GGSC 450: SpTp: Genetics/Genomic Science
CRN: 67281
Min CR: 1
Max CR: 3 
Schedule Type: Lecture Online 
Instructor: Gabriela Gorelik (P)

Description

Covers different topics including fundamentals and applications in the fields of genetics and genomics.

GGSC 490: Model Systems - Gen Disorders
CRN: 60196
Min CR: 3
Schedule Type: Lecture Capstone Online 
Instructor: Gabriela Gorelik (P)

Prerequisites

Undergraduate level BY 210 Minimum Grade of C and Undergraduate level CH 117 Minimum Grade of C and Undergraduate level CH 118 Minimum Grade of C and (Undergraduate level GGSC 310 Minimum Grade of C or Undergraduate level BY 311 Minimum Grade of C)

Description

Invertebrate and non-human vertebrate species are commonly used in scientific research work to provide significant insights into human genetic processes and disease. This course focuses on the different methods and strategies by which researchers use these systems for genetic and genomic analyses of human biology and relevant disorders. Model organisms covered include, but are not limited to nematodes (C. elegans), fruit flies (Drosophila sp.), zebrafish (Danio rerio), and mice (Mus musculus). Capstone course (GGS majors). Students that enroll in this class as their capstone experience are expected to do writing or presentation assignments to fulfill their capstone requirement.

GGSC 492: UG Res Sem - Genetics/Genomics
CRN: 61716
Min CR: 3
Schedule Type: Capstone Course Seminar
Instructor: Wioletta Czaja (P)

Description

Elective course for non-GGS Honors students who perform at least two semesters of GGSC 380. Over the course of the semester, students will learn how to develop and complete a paper or thesis on their research work while working closely with a supervising faculty member. In addition, the course will prepare them to present their research findings in a seminar format. Through these activities, students will develop effective skills in both written and oral scientific communication. Students will present a formal seminar on their research at the end of the course. This course can be taken the first semester following the completion of the research project, or alternatively can be taken concurrently with Undergraduate Research in Genetics and Genomic Sciences (GGSC 380) during the student’s final semester of supervised research. Designated a Capstone course (GGS majors).

GGSC 493: Hon Res Sem - Genetics/Genomics
CRN: 61716
Min CR: 3
Schedule Type: Lecture Capstone Course 
Instructor: Wioletta Czaja (P)

Description

All GGS Honors students are required to take this weekly course. Over the course of the semester, students will learn how to develop and complete a paper or thesis on their research work while working closely with a supervising faculty member. In addition, the course will prepare them to present their research findings in a seminar format. Through these activities, students will develop effective skills in both written and oral scientific communication. Students will present a formal seminar on their research at the end of the course. This course can be taken the first semester following the completion of the research project, or alternatively can be taken concurrently with Honors Research in Genetics and Genomic Sciences (GGSC 390) during the student’s final semester of supervised research. Can be taken as a Capstone course (GGS majors).

GGSC 499: GGSC Program Final 
CRN: 66529
Min CR: 0
Schedule Type: Independent Study Online
Instructor: Wioletta Czaja (P)

Description

This 0-credit hour course includes two self-paced components: One career counseling recorded video and data collection from students via CV submission and an automated exit interview for documenting learning essentials of GGSC students towards GGSC program evaluation. Students will register for GGSC 499 during their last semester as a requirement for graduation with GGSC major. The GGSC program director(s) will be the faculty instructor(s) with assistance from the GGSC program manager and student advisor.

GGSC 620: GGSC Program Final 
CRN: 66464
Min CR: 3
Schedule Type: Lecture Online
Instructor: Chen Huang (P)

Description

Introduction to computational tools and bioinformatics databases used in the fields of genetics and genomic sciences. This course will cover a wide variety of different bioinformatics applications, which will be taught through use of available on-line bioinformatics resources. Topics covered include large-scale genomic databases, sequence analysis systems, protein sequence analysis, structural bioinformatics, protein folding, and homology modeling.

GGSC 650: SpTp: Genetics/Genomic Science
CRN: 67282
Min CR: 1
Max CR: 3 
Schedule Type: Lecture Online 
Instructor: Gabriela Gorelik (P)

Description

Covers different topics in the fields of genetics and genomics.

GGSC 690: Model Systems - Gen Disorders
CRN: 61715
Min CR: 3
Schedule Type: Lecture 
Instructor: Gabriela Gorelik (P)

Description

Invertebrate and non-human vertebrate species are commonly used in scientific research work to provide significant insights into human genetic processes and disease. This course focuses on the different methods and strategies by which researchers use these systems for genetic and genomic analyses of human biology and relevant disorders. Model organisms covered include, but are not limited to nematodes (C. elegans), fruit flies (Drosophila sp.), zebrafish (Danio rerio), and mice (Mus musculus).