Course Information 

The course entitled Human Genetics is offered as a minor subject at Sri Pratap College, Srinagar, and is pursued in parallel with the students’ major discipline over the span of eight semesters.

This course has been structured to provide a comprehensive foundation in the principles and applications of genetics. The curriculum encompasses the fundamentals of cell biology, Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics (including DNA replication, transcription, and translation), cell signaling, cell cycle regulation, population genetics, human genetic disorders, and genetic counseling.

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of genetic processes.

2. Apply genetic principles to analyze inheritance patterns and genetic variation within populations.

3. Critically evaluate the role of genetics in human health and disease.

4. Employ pedigree analysis and population genetics tools in the study of genetic traits.

5. Recognize the scope and significance of genetic counseling in healthcare and research.

Links to the detailed syllabi for different semesters are provided below.