Free
Research in Health and Medicine I (FY135)
What you'll learn
The participants will after the course be able to assess and discuss ethical and theoretical aspects concerning health research. They will know about basic research methods, qualitative research, planning and analysis of clinical and epidemiological studies, as well as standard statistical programs.
Free
Free
Behavioral Science and Ethics (FY138)
What you'll learn
demonstrate an understanding of legal issues dealing with the law, intentional and quasi-intentional torts, professional liability insurance, informed consent issues, and documentation;
demonstrate an understanding of ethical issues in health occupations;
demonstrate an understanding of common areas of liability and litigation that include administrative and medical records, laboratory, medical equipment, patient care, and conflict management; and
demonstrate an understanding of managed care and HIPAA regulation in the medical office.
Free
Free
Free
Free
Molecular Medicine & Medical Genetics (E110)
What you'll learn
To understand the language and basic concepts of genetics, providing a conceptual framework for future reference.
To understand how traits are inherited and to use this understanding in analyses (to solve
problems and complete pedigrees)
To understand probability concepts and use these concepts to solve problems (including basic statistical problems)
To understand how genetic problems may lead to disease or lethality
To understand the molecular basis of genetics (including such topics as replication, transcription, translation, and mutation)
To understand the workings and importance of major genetics techniques such as PCR
To understand current issues regarding genetics (e.g., cloning, use of transgenic organisms)
To understand the workings and uses of population genetics techniques
To gain experience with writing a research paper and making an informal presentation
Free
Free
Medical Biochemistry (FY120)
What you'll learn
Molecular and functional organization of a cell, and sub-cellular components
Structure, function, and interrelationship of biomolecules and consequences of deviation from normal
Basic and clinical aspects of enzymology and regulation of enzymatic activity;
Digestion and assimilation of nutrients and consequences of malnutrition;
Integration of the various aspects of metabolism, and their regulatory pathways;
Biochemical basis of inherited disorders and their associated sequelae;
Mechanisms involved in the maintenance of body fluid and pH homeostasis;
Molecular mechanisms of gene expression and regulation, the principles of genetic engineering, and their application in medicine;
Molecular concepts of body defense and their application in medicine;
Biochemical basis of environmental health hazards; biochemical basis of cancer and carcinogenesis, principles of metabolism, and detoxication of xenobiotics.
Principles of various conventional and specialized laboratory investigations and instrumentation, analysis, and interpretation of a given data; the ability to suggest experiments to support theoretical concepts and clinical diagnosis.
Free
Embryology (FY109)
What you'll learn
To understand the basic principles of embryology including genetic inheritance and stages involved in development of the organs and systems from the time of conception till birth.
The student should recognize the critical stages of normal development and the effects of common teratogens, genetic mutations, and environmental hazards on it.
He/She should be able to explain the developmental basis of the occurrence of major variations, abnormalities, and congenital anomalies.
Free
Histology I (FY118) – Reserved
What you'll learn
To introduce the Histological Tools (Light and Electron Microscopes) used in histology study.
To understand the basic histological slide preparation
To understand the basic structural organization of the cell.
To describe and understand the basic features of different types of epithelia.
To describe and understand the basic features of different types of connective tissues
To understand the structure of body membranes and matrixes.
To integrate and use the above knowledge in understanding the systemic aspect of the human body.
To provide basic applicable knowledge in practical application.
To prepare the student with a foundation to understand the system-based course in the future years.
