Module 6

Human Genome Project and Gene Therapy

In this module you will learn about the Human Genome Project and gene therapy . The module consists of three on-line lectures, reading from the textbook (chapters 8 and 12) as well as two on-line articles, and two learn-as-you-do assignments. These components may be completed in any order you choose.

Lecture Lengths:

• DNA Sequencing -19 min
• Human Genome Project - 45 min
• Gene Therapy - 38 min

Assignments:

• DNA Sequencing - 50 pts
• The Human Genome Project and the WWW - 100 pts.

Exam

• Value - 150 pts

Total value for the module - 300 pts