Helping Students Discover Genomics, Proteomics and Bioinformatics

Goals

• Introduce terms, concepts and methods.
• Increase motivation and involve them in process of scientific discovery.
• Challenge with increasing genomic complexities.
• Train to effectively use online resources.
• Develop analytical skills using a wide assortment of experimental methods.
• Encourage use of models to make testable predictions.

Topics Covered in 15 Week Semester (MWF for 1 hour)

• Transition from Genetics to Genomics (3 Chapters over 5 days)
• Genome Sequence Acquisition and Analysis (2 Chapters over 8 days)
• Genomic Variations and Ethical Concerns (1 Chapter over 4 days)
• DNA Microarrays (2 Chapters over 9 days)
• Proteomics (1 Chapter over 6 days)
• Genomic Circuits (3 Chapters over 9 days)
• Total: 12 Chapters over 41 days + First, last, and two test recovery days = 45 days.