Title: Module 1 Introduction: (U4 M1) DNA to Protein
Course: SkillsCom BI 102 17.0 > Section: Unit 4 Module 1

Now that you have explored how genes and chromosomes work, looked at inheritance patterns, and understand how the expression of genes can affect an organism, it is time to take a step back and look at the molecule of heredity, the DNA molecule. In this Module, you will have the chance to look closely at how structure of a DNA molecule relates to function of the molecule, and the process of going from a DNA sequence to production of proteins in a cell. You will also get the chance to extract DNA right in your own kitchen!

Module Outcomes:

- Describe in simple terms some of the major techniques of DNA technology, their products and uses, and describe applications of DNA technology in various fields
- Explain how basic principles of chemistry (bonding, polarity, etc.) determine the structure and function of biological molecules.
- In simple terms, describe the genome, explain the mechanisms by which a gene determines the structure of a protein, how proteins shape phenotype.