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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Available at the UG/PG level, the Human Molecular Genetics programme on the Swayam portal provides an introductory understanding of genetic counselling and biomedical research. In just four weeks, you will cover the primary tools and techniques involved in genetic study.

The Human Molecular Genetics syllabus comprehensively touches upon the rapid advancements that define the human genome's role in understanding disease and health. Additionally, you will learn the core concepts of pedigree analysis, the inheritance of human traits, and chromosome organisation.

As the Human Molecular Genetics course progresses, you will become familiar with molecular biology tools for understanding gene structure, gene mapping, gene mutation, genome, and gene cloning strategies. The course concludes with an analysis of HapMap and the human genome project.

Besides, the Human Molecular Genetics certification course curriculum is rife with numerous learning aids. You will receive weekly lectures, books & references, and an online forum for discussions. If you meet the qualifying criteria, you can also obtain an e-certificate.

The Highlights

Expert instructors
PG/UG level course
Books and references
Weekly lectures
Optional certification exam
Curated by IIT Kanpur
Comprehensive syllabus
Elective course
Approved by AICTE
E-certificate
Introductory programme
Online learning
Assignments

Programme Offerings

assignments
Online training
Books & references
Weekly lectures
introductory course
4-weeks programme
E-certificate
Free registration
Extensive syllabus
Curated by IIT Kanpur

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 1000	yes	IIT Kanpur

Swayam allows free registration for the Human Molecular Genetics programme. However, if you're interested in obtaining a course certificate, you can take the optional exam by paying Rs 1000.

Human Molecular Genetics fee structure

Course Option	Fee
Human Molecular Genetics (course content access)	FREE
Human Molecular Genetics (certificate + course content access)	Rs 1000

Eligibility Criteria

You are expected to have a class 12 level understanding of human genetics to truly grasp the Human Molecular Genetics syllabus.

Certificate Qualifying Details

Moreover, if you want to obtain the Human Molecular Genetics certificate post-completion, you must meet the minimum marks conditions.

Your final certification score, displayed on the certificate, needs to be 40/100. It will comprise 75% of your proctored exam marks and 25% of your average assignment score, calculated using 3 of your best-scored assignments.

Your score in the proctored exam must not be below 30/75, and your average assignment score below 10/25. If you qualify for the minimum score criteria, you will receive the digital certificate.

What you will learn

Knowledge of genetics

On completion of the Human Molecular Genetics course by Swayam, you will have a deep understanding of the following:

How the human genome impacts health and disease
HapMap project outcomes
Principles of human genetics
Use of molecular biology tools
Central dogma fundamentals
Instability in human DNA

Who it is for

Scientist

The Human Molecular Genetics course by Swayam will be appropriate for the following set of individuals:

Students interested in DNA diagnostics and genetic counselling as a career.
Scientists currently employed in counselling centres, public health service, and diagnostics labs.
Practicing clinicians and medical students interested in understanding the complexities and principles of human genetics.

Admission Details

Step 1: Your Human Molecular Genetics programme registration process starts here: https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc21_bt02/preview.

Step 2: Once you reach the course page, locate and click the 'Sign-up/Register' tab to access the online sign-up form.

Step 3: Now, register by creating a new account on Swayam's portal or log in with your other social IDs.

Step 4: Verify your newly created Swayam account and commence the Human Molecular Genetics online course on the starting date.

Application Details

You don't have to take the pains of filling out any application form when joining the Human Molecular Genetics online programme. Just complete the sign-up form by entering information as requested. Provide a username, suitable password, and any active email ID.

Alternatively, you can skip the entire registration process and start the Human Molecular Genetics course by merely logging through your Microsoft ID, Apple, or Google social accounts.

The Syllabus

Evaluation process

Swayam holds a proctored exam for the Human Molecular Genetics certification. A URL will be published on its portal to announce the exam, where you can find all exam-related information. The exam will be in person and various exam centres of Swayam.

It is necessary to complete the online registration form and pay the requisite exam fee to appear for the proctored exam, which will be conducted over two sessions – morning (9 AM to noon) and afternoon (2 PM to 5 PM).

Instructors

IIT Kanpur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Are classes live?

Yes. Instructors take all the classes live.

2: Is the Human Molecular Genetics programme difficult?

Swayam provides the Human Molecular Genetics online course at the UG/PG level. Besides, this is an introductory course so that any undergraduate can complete it without difficulty.

3: Is this course only four weeks long?

Yes. It is a short-term course and runs for four weeks only.

4: What is the pedagogy for the course?

The course instructor will use a multi-media approach to cover the Human Molecular Genetics syllabus. You will also have weekly assignments to test your progress.

5: Can I pay the exam fee online?

Yes. Swayam only accepts online payments.