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Course Descriptions
Masters of Arts in Biomedical Sciences Program
Prerequisites are listed for those courses with such requirements. When no prerequisite is listed in a course description, it is implied that there is no prerequisite.
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Course Name
ANAT 503
Human Anatomy with Laboratory
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This course provides an introduction to the study of human anatomy in a lecture and laboratory format. The course focuses on the gross anatomy of the body cavities, upper extremity, and head. Relevant embryological development of these regions is also included. Laboratory sessions include study of human cadaver prosections and dissection of portions of other vertebrate specimens. Student progress is evaluated through written and practical examinations.
Credits: 4
BMED 516
Introduction to Medical Ethics
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This course aims to improve critical thinking skills, introduce argumentation and argumentative writing, and to familiarize the student with some of the prominent ethical dilemmas in contemporary clinical medicine.
Credits: 2
BMED 524
Immunology
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This is a basic immunology course focusing on the concepts and components of the human immune system, with clinical examples presented when appropriate for enhancing comprehension of the material. The course will discuss established paradigms, experimental approaches, and biotechnological applications of immunology. Instruction and assessment will focus on acquisition and application of basic knowledge, as well as creative and critical thinking skills.
Credits: 2
BMED 525
Microbiology I
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This introduction to the central concepts of microbiology is intended to orient students to current ideas and directions in microbiology. Objectives include: 1) introduce the basic structures and biological activities of the major groups of microbiota, 2) develop an understanding of the relationship between microbes, and between microbes and their hosts, and 3) provide students with an appreciation of the relationship between microbial evolution and disease. The course includes student reviews of the microbiological literature, discussion of concepts, and integration of topics.
Credits: 2
- Prerequisites
BMED 550 Biochemistry
BMED 526
Microbiology II
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This course uses the transcendent concepts introduced in BMED 525 Microbiology I to study infection, mechanisms of pathogenicity, and specific bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic diseases. The course includes student reviews of the microbiological literature, discussion of concepts, and integration of current topics.
Credits: 4
- Prerequisites
BMED 524 Immunology; BMED 525 Microbiology I
BMED 541
Genetics
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This lecture course will introduce the student to the principles of genetics from a medical perspective, with specific topics drawn from classical, population, quantitative, and molecular genetics. The course will include topics such as clinical cytogenetics, genetics of common disorders, genetic counseling, and personalized genetic medicine, in addition to the Mendelian transmission of traits, the Central Dogma and the analysis of protein structure and function, an understanding of biological variation in populations, and principles of polygenic inheritance.
Credits: 3
BMED 550
Biochemistry
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This course covers the structures, properties, chemistry, and metabolism of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids within the context of human biochemistry. The regulation and integration of metabolism at the cellular and tissue levels within the human body during the fed and fasting states will be emphasized. Correlations to disease processes are used to illustrate clinical applications of biochemical concepts. Critical thinking and problem solving skills are developed with problem sets.
Credits: 3
BMED 554
Molecular Cell Biology
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This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the function of eukaryotic cells at the molecular level. Topics covered include cell structure, gene transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression, DNA replication, cell signaling, regulation of cell growth and differentiation. Critical thinking and problem solving skills are developed using problem sets.
Credits: 3
BMED 574, 575
Pharmacology I, II
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These courses introduce students to the general principles of drug action, drug dynamics and kinetics, toxicities, and therapeutic uses as related to humans. Students learn about common drugs affecting major organ systems of the body, namely, the autonomic nervous system, central nervous system, cardiovascular and renal systems. Specific drugs for the treatment of arrhythmias, angina, congestive heart failure, hypertension and hyperlipdemias will be discussed.
Credits: 3 credits each course
- Prerequisites
Prerequisite for BMED 575 Pharmacology II: BMED 574 Pharmacology I
BMED 590
Capstone Course
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This course represents the integrative summation of the required coursework in the Master's curriculum. Successful completion of the course requires the preparation of a scholarly, literature-based portfolio on a topic of the student's choice (usually a disease condition) and presentation of the topic in a research poster format. Throughout the course, the student is required to show progression on their topic through submission of outlines and drafts of their portfolio and poster presentation.
Credits: 2
- Prerequisites
Successful completion of the first two quarters of the MA curriculum
HIST 502
Histology
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The purpose of histology is to acquire a basic foundation in the structure of cells, tissues, and selected organ systems. This knowledge assists the healthcare professional in interpreting laboratory test results and in assessing normal versus pathologic structure. The histology terminology taught is the vocabulary for continuing medical education used throughout the healthcare professional's career.
Credits: 3
PHYS 1571, 1582
Human Physiology I, II
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In this two-quarter series, students are introduced to the basic physiological principles that underlie normal function of various organs and organ systems. Emphasis is given to developing an understanding of health in physiological terms and appreciating the diverse regulatory processes that maintain the homeostasis of the human body. Topics presented include a general study of cell function; properties of excitable cells; and the function of the neuromuscular, cardiovascular, renal, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, and reproductive systems.
Credits: 4 credits each course
