Unit details
SLE339 - Genetics of Disease
| Offered at: | (B) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Previously coded as: | SBB339 |
| Unit chair: | J Mercer |
| Prerequisite: | One of SBB206, SLE206, SBB254 or SLE254 |
| Corequisite: | SLE010 |
| Contact hours: | 1 x 2 hour lecture and 1 x 1 hour lecture per week, 5 x 3 hour practical classes per trimester. |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit concentrates on modern molecular aspects of genetic disease using a case study approach. It will be valuable for students considering a clinical or medical research career. Various genetic diseases will be studied to illustrate principles of Mendelian and non-Mendelian genetics, mapping, linkage and isolation of human disease genes, mutation analysis, molecular pathology, prenatal diagnosis, gene therapy, carrier detection and ethical issues. Links to current research projects will be emphasized. Aspects of cytogenetics and genetic counseling will be taught by input from guest lecturers from Genetic Health Services Victoria and other institutions as appropriate.
Assessment
Examination 50%, practical projects 30%, class tests 20%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1076 | $1076 | $3750 | $3503 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
