CSD 2603 - HUMAN GENETICS FOR HEARING AND SPEECH DISORDERS

Minimum Credits: 2
Maximum Credits: 2
An examination of the mechanisms involved in producing genetic variation in humans and the medical/clinical aspects of genetic variation and disease. Students will learn genetics terminology, patterns of inheritance, DNA/RNA structure and transcription and translation, characteristics of major human syndromic and non-syndromic hearing loss and communication disorders. We will discuss the ethical, legal and social issues associated with our growing knowledge of human genetics and the potential for misuse.
Academic Career: Graduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Grad Letter Grade
Course Requirements: School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences students only.

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