Introduction to Genetics and Molecular Biology

This course introduces basic aspects of biology required for understanding genetics, the human genome, and other areas of biology. It covers cell biology, membrane structure, synthesis and transport, genetics, and molecular biology assays, with attention to how biological data are collected using classical and modern molecular biology methods.

Course abbreviation: INTR-MOL

Instructor: Dr. Nihal El Nahhas

Associate Professor in Biotechnology.

Workload: Total workload: 42 hours: 36 hours of lectures and tutorials and 6 hours of self studies.

Entrance requirements: NA.

Used media: PowerPoint presentation

Objectives

• Understand basic biology concepts related to genetics and molecular biology
• Learn foundations of cell biology and inheritance
• Understand the human genome landscape and gene expression regulation
• Explore classical and modern molecular biology assays
• Connect biological concepts with bioinformatics resources

Competences to be Developed

• Analytical mind and critical thinking skills
• Problem-solving and scientific inquiry skills
• Ability to choose suitable technologies for specific problems
• Practical skills for addressing structure/function-based biological questions

Assessment

• Exams during and at the end of the course
• Project discussions
• Final exam