KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING:
Learn vocabulary and processes so that you are conversant in genetics topics and can communicate with colleagues.
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING:
Be able to articulate connections between multiple levels of genetic organization: molecular mechanisms, the expression of DNA at the individual level, and the transmission of that DNA across generations at the individual and population levels.

Making judgments
The autonomy of judgment is developed in the individual preparation for the examination through the assimilation and re-elaboration of the contents covered in the course.
Communication skills
The student must be able to express his/her knowledge about the course contents using appropriate terms and an appropriate genetic language. The written test includes open questions in which the student must demonstrate the ability to rework and communicate the knowledge learned.
Learning skills
Learning skills will be assessed during the course by involving students in the discussion of the topics covered

Biochemistry

Describe the significance of meiosis. Understand how Mendel'S crosses give evidence of the process of meiosis.
Predict the results of crosses using probability rules.
Use numerical and phenotypic evidence to develop and support hypotheses about underlying mechanisms of inheritance.
Construct linkage maps.
Relate cytological phenomena to errors of meiosis.
Connect the structure of DNA to its functions and the mechanisms by which it fulfills them.
Describe the molecular process of gene expression from DNA to protein.
Compare and contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic gene expression.
Analyze a genetic regulatory system to determine levels of gene expression.
Give examples of how humans use natural processes and aspects of the molecular structure of DNA to develop new technologies.
Use statistical tools to analyze quantitative genetic data.
Use the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium as a null model, and understand its value in describing the evolution of populations.

Genetica di G. Binelli (a cura di), D. Ghisotti (a cura di)Editore: Edises; I/2017 edizioneISBN-10: 8879599682ISBN-13: 978-8879599689 Concetti di genetica di William S. Klug, Micheal R. Kummings e Charlotte A.
Spencer Editore: Pearson; 8 edizione (1 gennaio 2007)
Lingua: Italiano
ISBN-10: 8871923189
Genetics, A conceptual Approach. Pierce B.
Editore: Freeman
Lingua: Inglese
ISBN: 9781464109461

Basic principles of heredity
Sex determination and sex-linked characteristics
Pedigree analysis and applications
Extensions and modifications of basic principles
Linkage, recombination, and eukaryotic gene mapping
DNA: The chemical nature of the gene
Chromosome structure
DNA replication
Transcription
RNA molecules and RNA processing
Translation
Regulation of gene expression
Gene mutations and DNA repair
Chromosomes and cellular reproduction
Chromosomal variation
Quantitative genetics
Population and Evolutionary Genetics

I will regularly assign readings and problems that pertain to lecture material with each lecture outline. Practical for solving genetics problems.
Any changes these indications, which may become necessary to ensure the application of safety protocols related to the COVID19 emergency, will be communicated on the Department's and Degree Course websites and Lecture course Moodle page

Teaching uses the support of a tutor with specific skills.
Slides and other materials will be available on moodle

All exams will consist of open-ended problem solving and multiple choice type questions.
Examples are available on the moodle platform.

Any changes these indications, which may become necessary to ensure the application of safety protocols , will be communicated on the Department's and Degree Course websites and Lecture course Moodle page

This course explores topics closely related to one or more goals of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (SDGs)