PBH 468 - Introduction to Human Population Genetics

(3 units)

The course will focus very generally on what genetic variation is an what it means in the context of public health. How do we measure variation and associate it with disease? How do we handle the many confounders particularly in the context of understanding whether genetic variation has public health meaning.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 189A or BIOL 190A; PBH 281 or STAT 152

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. detail the basic concepts of molecular biology as it relates to genetic material and its central dogma.
2. describe the basics of population human genetics.
3. explain concepts related to mutation, genetic drift, linkage, and recombination.
4. outline concepts of natural selection.

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