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Twin Cities Courses
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GENETICS, CELL BIOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT (GCD)
College of Biological Sciences
CBS Gen Cell Bio & Dev Dept
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GCD 3022
- Genetics
(3.0 cr; =[BIOL 4003]; Prereq-BIOL 1002 or BIOL 1009; fall, spring, summer, every year)
Mechanisms of heredity, their implications for biological populations. Applications to practical problems.
GCD 3485
- Bioinformatic Analysis: Introduction to the Computational Characterization of Genes and Proteins
(3.0 cr; Prereq-One semester of college biology; A-F only, spring, every year)
Use of computer applications in manipulation/analysis of DNA, RNA, and protein sequences.
GCD 4015
- Genetics Laboratory
(2.0 cr; Prereq-3022 or Biol 4003 or BioC 4332; fall, spring, every year)
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.
GCD 4025
- Cell Biology Laboratory
(2.0 cr; Prereq-Biol 4004 or #; fall, spring, offered periodically)
Experimental approaches to cell structure, function, and replication. Microscopy, autoradiography, cell fractionation, molecular/chemical analyses.
GCD 4034
- Molecular Genetics
(3.0 cr; Prereq-Biol 4003, Biol 4004; advanced bioscience undergrad recommended; spring, every year)
Molecular genetics of prokaryotes/eukaryotes. Gene regulation, genome analysis. Modern techniques such as recombinant DNA, targeted mutations, genome manipulation, and gene chip technology.
GCD 4111
- Histology: Cell and Tissue Organization
(4.0 cr; Prereq-Biol 4004 or #; spring, every year)
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.
GCD 4134
- Endocrinology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-Biol 3211 or Biol/BioC 3021 or BioC 4331 or #; spring, every year)
Survey of structure and function of invertebrate and vertebrate endocrine systems.
GCD 4143
- Human Genetics
(3.0 cr; Prereq-3022 or Biol 4003 or #; spring, every year)
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.
GCD 4151
- Molecular Biology of Cancer
(3.0 cr; Prereq-Biol 4003; spring, offered periodically)
Regulatory pathways involved in directing normal development of complex eukaryotic organisms, how disruptions of these pathways can lead to abnormal cell growth/cancer. Causes, detection, treatment, prevention of cancer.
GCD 4161
- Developmental Biology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-Biol 4003; &BIOL 4004 irecommended; fall, every year)
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.
GCD 4793W
- Directed Studies: Writing Intensive (WI)
(1.0 - 7.0 cr [max 7.0 cr]; Prereq-#, %; S-N or Aud, fall, summer, every year)
Individual study on selected topics or problems. Emphasizes selected readings, use of scientific literature. Written report.
GCD 4794W
- Directed Research: Writing Intensive (WI)
(1.0 - 6.0 cr [max 42.0 cr]; Prereq-#, %; S-N or Aud, fall, summer, every year)
Laboratory or field investigation of selected areas of research including written report.
GCD 4993
- Directed Studies
(1.0 - 7.0 cr [max 7.0 cr]; Prereq-#, %; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, summer, every year)
Individual study on selected topics or problems. Emphasizes selected readings and use of scientific literature.
GCD 4994
- Directed Research
(1.0 - 6.0 cr [max 42.0 cr]; Prereq-#, %; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, summer, every year)
Laboratory or field investigation of selected areas of research.
GCD 5036
- Molecular Cell Biology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-Biol 4004 or #; [sr or grad student] recommended; fall, every year)
Modern, integrative approaches combining cell/molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics to investigate cell organization/function. Membranes, signaling, extracellular matrix, secretion, endocytosis, cytoskeleton, nucleus. Analysis of scientific papers to illustrate new concepts in and experimental approaches to cell organization/function.
GCD 6103
- Human Histology
(3.0 - 8.0 cr [max 8.0 cr]; =[GCD 8103]; Prereq-Enrolled as medical or dental student or #; fall, every year)
Human histology is a lecture and laboratory class covering light and electron microscopic anatomy of tissues and their organization into human organs. The emphasis is on integrating structure and its relationship to function at levels from molecules to organs.
GCD 6110
- Medical Genetics, Year 1
(2.0 cr; Prereq-reg med, %)
An introduction to concepts in medical genetics consisting of three basic segments: techniques used in genetic analysis, mechanisms of inheritance, and applications of medical genetics. A comprehensive review of genetic diseases is not included in this course.
GCD 8008
- Mammalian Gene Transfer and Expression
(2.0 cr; Prereq-#; A-F or Aud, spring, every year)
Current gene transfer technology. Applications of genetic modifications in animals, particularly transgenic animals and human gene therapy.
GCD 8073
- Advanced Human Genetics
(3.0 cr; Prereq-8121 or #; fall, spring, every year)
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.
GCD 8103
- Human Histology
(5.0 cr; =[GCD 6103]; Prereq-Undergraduate biology, chemistry, math, and physics course; #; fall, every year)
Light/electron microscopic anatomy of tissues and their organization into human organs. Emphasizes integrating structure, its relationship to function at levels from molecules to organs. Lecture, lab.
GCD 8131
- Advanced Genetics
(3.0 cr; Prereq-3022 or Biol 4003, BioC 3021 or BioC 4331 or #; fall, every year)
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.
GCD 8136
- Techniques of Biological Electron Microscopy
(4.0 cr; Prereq-#)
Theory and methodology of transmission and scanning electron microscopy.
GCD 8151
- Cell Structure and Function
(3.0 cr; Prereq-[[[4034 or 8121 or BioC 8002], Biol 4004] or BMBB or MCDB&G grad student] or #; fall, every year)
Structure, function, and biochemistry of cellular organelles. Cellular interactions in eukaryotes. Emphasizes membranes, secretion, trafficking, cytoskeleton, cell motility, nucleus, cell cycle, apoptosis, cell signaling, and signal transduction mechanisms.
GCD 8161
- Advanced Developmental Biology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-[[4034 or 8121 or BioC 8002], [8131 or Biol 4003], Biol 4004] or #; spring, every year)
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.
GCD 8171
- Literature Analysis
(2.0 cr; Prereq-Grad MCDG major; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
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.
GCD 8181
- Stem Cell Biology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-[[4034 or 8121 or BIOC 8002], [4161 or 8161]] or #; fall, every year)
Students read/evaluate primary literature on stem cell research and applications. Critical analysis, written summaries/critiques, oral presentations.
GCD 8212
- Selected Topics in Cell and Developmental Biology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-[8121 or BioC 8002], 8151, [4161 or 8161 or #]; spring, offered periodically)
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.
GCD 8213
- Selected Topics in Molecular Biology
(4.0 cr; =[BIOC 8213]; Prereq-8121 or BioC 8002 or #; fall, every year)
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. Lectures, readings, discussions.
GCD 8900
- Seminar
(1.0 cr [max 4.0 cr]; Prereq-Grad MCDG major or #; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
Current scientific research.
GCD 8910
- Journal Club
(1.0 cr [max 4.0 cr]; Prereq-Grad MCDG major or #; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, offered periodically)
Critical evaluation of selected current literature.
GCD 8912
- Genetic Counseling in Practice
(4.0 cr; Prereq-MCDG MS student with genetic counseling specialization or #; A-F or Aud, spring, every year)
Practical genetic counseling, communicating genetics and medical information to the family, helping families with decision making.
GCD 8913
- Psychosocial Issues in Genetic Counseling
(3.0 cr; Prereq-MCDG MS student with genetic counseling specialization or #; A-F or Aud, fall, every year)
Interviewing skills, supportive counseling, and case-study analysis specific to genetic counseling.
GCD 8914
- Ethical and Legal Issues in Genetic Counseling
(3.0 cr; Prereq-MCDG MS student with genetic counseling specialization or #; A-F or Aud, spring, every year)
Professional ethics; ethical and legal concerns with new genetic technologies.
GCD 8920
- Special Topics
(1.0 - 4.0 cr [max 8.0 cr]; Prereq-Grad MCDG major or #; fall, spring, every year)
Special topics.
GCD 8993
- Directed Studies
(1.0 - 5.0 cr [max 15.0 cr]; Prereq-MCDG MS student with genetic counseling specialization or
#; fall, spring, summer, every year)
GCD 8994
- Research
(1.0 - 5.0 cr [max 20.0 cr]; Prereq-MCDG MS student with genetic counseling specialization
or #; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, summer, every year)
Independent research determined by student's interests, in consultation with faculty mentor.
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