Biosci-140 - Principles of Human Genetics - Julie Nguyen
| Course: | Principles of Human Genetics |
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| Professor: | Julie Nguyen |
| Email: | julie.nguyen@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Hello students, I am Julie Nguyen, your professor this coming spring. Any questions, feel free to email me at Julie.nguyen@canyons.edu, or visit my office hours (OH) on Monday and Wednesday (M/W 8:00am to 9:00am) starting February 10th via Canvas Zoom Link. If necessary, you can request a special OH with me by sending me an email request or post it on Canvas Discussion.
Note that there will be a mandatory meeting on M & W during the first week to meet and greet, but most importantly is to go over the course outline, expectations, and administrative issues. After the first week mandatory meeting, the same M & W (8-9am) live OH will be used to do synchronous lectures and answering any questions from the weekly course chapters. Although students are not required to log-in but are strongly encouraged and welcomed to synchronously join online via Canvas/Zoom. The lectures during my live OH will not be recorded nor posted on Canvas. All chapter lecture material via ppt/notes/and short videos are available on Canvas Modules. All eBook reading materials and several simulated assignments are available on McGraw Hill platform via student link to McGraw Hill when you have completed the purchasing eBook from McGraw Hill Publisher (Refer to below video link on how to purchase the mandatory course eBook from McGraw Hill).
Instructor: Julie Nguyen, PhD
Course Section Number: 87892
Format: 100% Online [mandatory first week (M/W) Zoom/Canvas meeting]
Term & Course Length: Spring 2025, February/10th/2025 - June/5th/2025
Online Office Hours:
I will try to accommodate each one of you, but please remember that if this course is full (normally it is) and although I can be reached via Canvas email and discussion thread platform, I may not be able to promptly reply back to you and there may be a 24-hour turnaround time for me to do so.
Canvas/Zoom office hours: Monday and Friday (8:00am to 9:00am) starting February 10th
I look forward to leading all of you through a successful semester.
Julie Nguyen, PhD
Associate Adjunct Biology Professor
College of the Canyons
26455 Rockwell Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Julie.nguyen@canyons.edu
Course Description
Course Description:
This class teaches the principles of human genetics and the function of DNA; genes, chromosomes and patterns of inheritance are explored. Not designed for biological science majors.
BIO 140 Student Learning Outcome (SLO):
Analyze the structure, function, and mutation of genes and chromosomes, as well as determine patterns of inheritance for genetic traits.
Class Set Up:
This class is being taught in a 100% online format and is structured to have weekly assignments and due dates (see the schedule below for full details).
Note that there will be a mandatory meeting on M & W during the first week to meet and greet, but most importantly is to go over the course outline, expectations, and administrative issues. After the first week mandatory meeting, the same M & W (8-9am) live OH will be used to do synchronous lectures and answering any questions from the weekly course chapters. Although students are not required to log-in but are strongly encouraged and welcomed to synchronously join online via Canvas/Zoom. The lectures during my live OH will not be recorded nor posted on Canvas. All chapter lecture material via ppt/notes/and short videos are available on Canvas Modules. All eBook reading materials and several simulated assignments are available on McGraw Hill platform via student link to McGraw Hill when you have completed the purchasing eBook from McGraw Hill Publisher (Refer to below video link on how to purchase the mandatory course eBook from McGraw Hill).
Course Component:
There are 6 modules, each module will be accompanied with lecture outlines, slides, notes or short articles sometimes with embedded short interactive animation activities.
8 genetics concept activities via McGraw Hills Connect Web Page
Class discussion boards
Final class reflection
Course will cover the following chapter topics (note: there will be specific sections in each chapter that will be emphasized more than other)
Ch 1 – The information in a human genome
Ch 2 - Cells
Ch 3 - Meiosis, development, aging
Ch 4 - Single gene inheritance
Ch 5 - Beyond Mendel’s laws
Ch 6 - Matter of sex
Ch 7 - Complex traits
Ch 8 - Genetics of behavior
Ch 9 - DNA structure & replication
Ch 10 - Gene action: from DNA to protein
Ch 11 - Gene expression & epigenetics
Ch 12 - Gene mutation
Ch 13 – Chromosomes &
Ch 14 - Genome
Ch 15 – Constant allele frequencies
Ch 16 – Changing Allele Frequencies
Ch 17 – Human Ancestry and Evolution
Ch 18 – The Genetics of Identity
Ch 19 - Genetics & Immunity
Ch 20 - Cancer genetics & genomics
Ch 21 - DNA technologies
Ch 22 - Genetic Testing & treatment
Ch 23 - Reproductive technologies
What to Expect in this Course
What to Expect:
- In order to do well in this course, you are required to read all assigned reading materials and genetics homework assignments. All text chapter reading materials via ppts, lecture study guides, and/or videos will be made available on Canvas.
- Students can access the course content at the starting date, February 10th at 8:00am.
- All learning materials, syllabus, lectures, outlines, assignments, chapter quizzes, and three non-cumulative exams will be posted on Canvas. |
- Students will be asked to complete ALL assignments, quizzes, and exams within the specific dates posted on the Canvas platform (also on Syllabus).
- Since this is a 100% online class, there will be no make-up exams – no exceptions. The exams, quizzes, and assignments are opened for the duration of a posted due date window. You need to manage your time/date schedule to complete the assigned course tasks accordingly.
In the event of a medical emergency due to severe illness, hospitalization, family emergency (i.e., death of a family member), or an extreme hardship, signed official documentation (i.e., physician’s report, hospital receipt, or death certificate) will be required as evidence to be considered for an extended date of taking the make-up exam or quizzes. - Students who fail to complete the first Module 1 assignments during the first week of class will be dropped from the course.
- Students are required to enter and must complete the “Introduce yourself discussion” on the Canvas Discussion Board during the first week of class - failure to comply with these mandatory requirements will result in an automatic drop from the course roster in order to accept students on the waiting list.
Tool(s) Used to Meet:
Canvas Platform
- To connect to Canvas, you will need reliable access to the internet via a computer, tablet or phone.
- If you need help with computer questions, Canvas support, and/or computer loans, you can go to:
ASG Computer support: ASG Computer Labs (canyons.edu)
or TLC Canvas support: The Learning Center (canyons.edu) - Stable internet access via a computer is required, and you should have basic computer skills, including how to attach files to emails or upload to Canvas. All lecture materials will be made available on Canvas via the Module, Assignment, and Quizzes menu.
- Students will submit all the required course assignments and exams via Canvas at the indicated due date and time to receive proper credit.
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Types of Assessments
Assessments:
- There are 6 modules: Concept activities, discussion, reflection, learning, and reading materials are provided weekly
- Testing Assessment includes:
First week student introduction on Zoom/Canvas (20 pts)
6 non-cumulative exams, from each module (100 pts each, 600pts total)
8 concept activities via McGraw Hills Connect Web Page (15 pts each, 120pts total)
End of semester self-refection (60 pts)
Students must score 70% or higher on each exam and assignment to pass the course
Textbook Information
E-book: Required - Ricki Lewis: Human Genetics: Concepts & Applications (14th ed. 2024).
How to purchase e-book via McGraw-Hill registration:
follow for instruction.
The cost of the e-book and lab/exercises will all be housed in McGraw-Hill Connect.
Once you register for Connect, you will have access to the e-book as well as the simulation/virtual assignments, end of the chapter quizzes, and exercises that will be assigned during our online course semester.
Other Relevant Course Information
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Additional Resources:
Canvas (how to use):
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Online Education (learn more about):
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
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[formerly known as Disabled Students Program & Services (DSPS)]
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The National Suicide Lifeline number is 1-800-273- 8255 (TALK). Please call it if you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress - it could save someone's life.
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Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at . Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.
Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.
Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.
You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.
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