Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2017 - MBB 463 D100

Forensic Genomics (3)

Class Number: 1930

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jun 27 – Aug 10, 2017: Tue, 8:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Jun 27 – Aug 4, 2017: Thu, 8:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    MBB 331, with a minimum grade of C.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A focus on the molecular and genomic biology associated with forensic science, including genome structure, genotyping, genetic analysis of DNA fingerprints, DNA data bases and CODIS, Y STRs. mtDNA and ethical considerations of DNA typing.

COURSE DETAILS:


This course will focus on the molecular biology associated with forensic science.

8  lecture and or seminar hours/week

Topics:   
1. History of forensic science
2. Genetics and the structure of the human genome
3. DNA genotyping methods
4. Genetic analysis of DNA fingerprints
5. National DNA Data Bases and CODIS
6. Y STRs
7. mtDNA
8. Ethical considerations of DNA typing

Grading

  • Midterm Exam 25%
  • 3 Presentations, 15% each 45%
  • Paper 30%

REQUIREMENTS:

MBB 331 or equivalent.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

There is no textbook for this course.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

  • Students are advised to review the plagiarism tutorial found at
    http://www.lib.sfu.ca/help/tutorials/plagiarism-tutorial
  • For help with writing, learning and study strategies please contact the Student Learning Commons at
    http://learningcommons.sfu.ca/
  • Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability, must contact the Centre for Students with Disabilities (778-782-3112 or e-mail:  csdo@sfu.ca)

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS