Module S - Introduction to Heredity

Learning outcomes for this module as of Fall 2019:

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Note: This module is provided for A&P courses that do not have a prerequisite class which includes information about heredity. Content covered by required prerequisite courses does not need to be repeated in Anatomy & Physiology. Due to the variability in coverage, the HAPS Anatomy and Physiology Exam does not ask any questions about heredity.

1. Genetic variability

1. Describe events that lead to genetic variability of gametes.

2. Gene expression and inheritance

1. Define the terms chromosome, gene, allele, homologous, homozygous, heterozygous, genotype and phenotype.

2. Explain the genetic concepts of dominant and recessive alleles, incomplete dominance, codominance, and multiple alleles.

3. Compare and contrast monogenic inheritance and polygenic inheritance.

4. Define epigenetics and explain the impact of environmental factors on gene expression.

5. Describe the role of sex chromosomes in sex determination and sex-linked inheritance.

3. Genetic testing

1. Describe examples of prenatal and postnatal genetic testing.