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Inactive: Genetics and Cell Biology (GCB) Courses

Academic Unit: Genetics,Cell Biol,Devpmt TCBS

GCB 3022 - Genetics

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 3022 until 05-SEP-23, BIOL 4003, GCD 3022

Mechanisms of heredity, their implications for biological populations, and applications to practical problems.

GCB 4015 - Genetics Laboratory

(2 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 4015 until 07-SEP-10

Introduction to experimental techniques used in genetic analyses. Although experiments may vary from semester to semester, genetic experiments with model systems ranging from viruses to plants and animals are performed.

GCB 4025 - Cell Biology Laboratory

(2 cr; Student Option; offered Periodic Fall & Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 4025 until 18-JAN-22

Experimental approaches to cell structure, function, and replication. Microscopy, autoradiography, cell fractionation, and molecular/chemical analyses.

GCB 4111 - Histology: Cell and Tissue Organization

(4 cr; Student Option; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 4111 until 16-JAN-24

Structure and function of vertebrate tissues and organs. Lectures combine electron microscopy, light microscopy, physiology, and cell biology of higher animals. Labs concentrate on light microscopy of mammalian tissues.

GCB 4134 - Endocrinology

(3 cr; Student Option)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 4134 until 07-SEP-21

Survey of structure and function of invertebrate and vertebrate endocrine systems.

GCB 4143 - Human Genetics

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 4143 until 18-JAN-22

Principles of human genetics at the molecular, cellular, individual, and populations levels. Chromosomal and biochemical disorders; gene mapping; mutation and natural selection; variation in intelligence and behavior; genetic screening, counseling and therapy.

GCB 4161 - Developmental Biology

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Spring; may be repeated for 4 credits)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 4161 until 18-JAN-22

Mechanisms that govern development from gametogenesis through fertilization. Embryogenesis/postembryonic development. Mechanisms of morphogenesis/differentiation. Classical/molecular approaches in various model organisms. Genetic models such as bacteriophage, yeast, Drosophila, C. elegans, Arabidopsis, zebrafish, and the mouse.

GCB 4993 - Directed Studies

(1 cr [max 7]; S-N or Audit; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer; may be repeated for 7 credits)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 4993 until 21-JAN-20

Individual study on selected topics or problems with emphasis on selected readings and use of scientific literature.

GCB 4994 - Directed Research

(1 cr [max 7]; S-N or Audit; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer; may be repeated for 7 credits)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 4994 until 21-JAN-20

Laboratory or field investigation of selected areas of research.

GCB 5034 - Intermediate Molecular Genetics

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 4034 until 18-JAN-22, was GCD 5034 until 16-JAN-01

Molecular genetics of prokaryotes and eukaryotes concentrating on characterization and regulation of expression of genes, and techniques used to study gene expression. For advanced bioscience undergraduates and for graduate students not majoring in molecular genetics.

GCB 5036 - Intermediate Cell Biology

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 5036 until 18-JAN-22

Current literature in cell biology with overview of discussed topics. Selected scientific papers illustrate new concepts in, and experimental aproaches to cell organization and function. Topics vary but include membranes, secretion, endocytosis, the cytoskeleton, and the nucleus.

GCB 8073 - Advanced Human Genetics

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8073 until 07-SEP-21

Application of molecular, biochemical, chromosomal, and population genetics to human variation and disease. Abnormal chromosome number and structure; abnormal enzyme, structural protein, receptor and transport; analysis of inheritance patterns; behavioral genetics; genetic basis of common disease. Current research articles in human genetics.

GCB 8121 - Advanced Molecular Genetics

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8121 until 04-SEP-07

Action of gene in molecular, cellular, and organismal development. Mechanisms of information transfer and regulation of these processes in various biological systems; examination of original research.

GCB 8131 - Advanced Genetics

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8131 until 06-SEP-16

Literature-based course covering modern genetic analysis, including mutant screens, characterization of multiple alleles, gene mapping and cloning, genome sequencing, intergenic interactions, transposable elements, genetic mosaics, and molecular mechanisms of recombination.

GCB 8151 - Advanced Cell Biology

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8151 until 06-SEP-22

Eukaryotic systems with emphasis on structure, function, and chemistry of cell organelles; selected specialized cells. Membranes, secretion, trafficking, cytoskeleton, cell motility, cell cycle, nucleus, and compartmentalization.

GCB 8161 - Advanced Developmental Biology

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8161 until 22-JAN-19

Current concepts of and experimental approaches taken to understand basic mechanisms of development. Model organisms. Embryology, cell fate determination, differentiation, pattern formation, polarity, cell migration, and cell interactions. Analysis of original research articles.

GCB 8171 - Literature Analysis

(2 cr; A-F or Audit; offered Every Fall & Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8171 until 04-SEP-18

Critical reading and evaluation of current literature. May include evaluation of both excellent and flawed papers. Intensive and in-depth discussions of selected papers in molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, and developmental biology.

GCB 8212 - Selected Topics in Cell and Developmental Biology (Topics course)

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Periodic Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8212 until 02-SEP-14

Reading and discussion of papers from current literature. Topics selected from research areas of cell biology and developmental biology and experimental approaches taken in these fields. Topics vary annually.

GCB 8213 - Selected Topics in Molecular Biology (Topics course)

(4 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8213 until 02-SEP-14, GCD 8213 (inactive, ending 02-SEP-08, was GCB 8213 until 05-SEP-00), BIOC 8213 (inactive)

Lectures, readings, and discussions. Sample topics: DNA replication, recombination and gene conversion, regulation of gene expression in procaryotes, regulation of gene expression in eucaryotes, chromatin structure and transcription, organellar gene expression.

GCB 8900 - Seminar

(1 cr; S-N or Audit; offered Every Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 4 credits; may be repeated 4 times)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8900 until 20-JAN-15

Current scientific research.

GCB 8910 - Journal Club

(1 cr; S-N or Audit; offered Periodic Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 4 credits; may be repeated 4 times)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8910 until 02-SEP-14

Critical evaluation of selected current literature.

GCB 8912 - Genetic Counseling in Practice

(4 cr; A-F or Audit; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8912 until 20-JAN-15

Practical genetic counseling, communicating genetics and medical information to the family, helping families with decision making.

GCB 8913 - Psychosocial Issues in Genetic Counseling

(3 cr; A-F or Audit; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8913 until 04-SEP-18

Interviewing skills, supportive counseling, and case-study analysis specific to genetic counseling.

GCB 8914 - Ethical and Legal Issues in Genetic Counseling

(3 cr; A-F or Audit; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8914 until 07-SEP-21

Professional ethics; ethical and legal concerns with new genetic technologies.

GCB 8920 - Special Topics (Topics course)

(1 cr [max 4]; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 8 credits; may be repeated 8 times)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8920 until 18-JAN-22

GCB 8993 - Directed Studies

(1 cr [max 5]; Student Option; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer; may be repeated for 15 credits; may be repeated 15 times)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8993 until 22-JAN-19

Directed studies.

GCB 8994 - Research

(1 cr [max 5]; S-N or Audit; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer; may be repeated for 20 credits; may be repeated 20 times)

Equivalent courses: was GCD 8994 until 20-JAN-15

Independent research determined by student's interests, in consultation with faculty mentor.

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