Courses

The Biomedical Seminar will provide students with a knowledge of requirements for professional program applications and assist in planning for application, along with journal article discussion and presentation and research planning.(1 unit; Fall)

This course is designed to give a solid introduction to the discipline of biomedical research techniques, including experience in working with a range of laboratory skills to carry out basic research experiments.The overall goal is for students to be equipped to perform experiments with a foundation of techniques commonly used in biomedical research. Additional lab fee. (2 units; Summer))

This course covers the structure, ultrastructure, organization, and functions of cells, with emphasis on bioenergetics, biomolecules, membranes, and organelles, and the flow and control of information in the cell, including the molecular basis for DNA replication and repair, transcription and translation. In addition, mechanisms related to major biochemical pathways, enzyme kinetics, gene regulation, genetic control of cell division and differentiation, carcinogenesis, and programmed cell death will be discussed. (5 units; Fall)

This course is designed to provide a foundation of human biology including general organ system anatomy, physiology, and structure/function relationships. Course topics include basic histology along with study of skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, urinary, digestive and reproductive systems. (5 units; Fall)

This course will involve basic principles of heredity (including cytogenetics, molecular and mendelian genetics) and the processes that lead to genetic variability in humans. Additionally, how different genetic mutations and chromosomal abnormalities can give rise to genetic disorders will be examined. Through a few select genetic disorders, awareness of their genetic causes, genetic testing, clinical manifestations of genetic diseases, as well as physical, psychological and social impacts of these disorders on patients will be explored, as well as recent discoveries from human genomics and pharmacogenetics that have influenced postsymptomatic treatment strategies and presymptomatic prevention-based healthcare. The course will also include problem-based learning to solve a range of genetic problems to enhance the integration of skills and knowledge from many fields. (4 units; Fall)

This course provides a detailed introduction to the pathophysiology and histology of human disease. The course begins with an introduction to general pathological mechanisms at the molecular and cellular level as well as an overview of histology. This is followed by a study of histological changes and the mechanisms that underlie diseases of the human organ systems. Prerequisite: BIO 523. (4 units; Spring)

This course provides an overview of microorganisms and macroparasites associated with infectious diseases, and preservation of the general state of health provided by innate and adaptive immunity. A basic knowledge of microbial taxonomy, growth, metabolism, reproduction and genetic variation is covered in sufficient detail for the student to understand interactions between host and pathogenic microorganisms in infectious diseases. Emphases also include the introduction of rational management, prevention, and control of infectious diseases, including antimicrobial therapy. Prerequisite: BIO 521. (4 units; Spring)

This course will introduce the student to basic and clinical pharmacology as related to the promotion of health and alleviation of disease. The course will consider drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, elimination, and pharmacodynamic effects on the human body. Prescription drug classification, function and uses will be introduced with emphasis on the impact medically prescribed drugs will have on the patient. Students will increase their understanding of drug design and action, as well as their understanding of disease and pharmacotherapeutic treatment. Prerequisite: BIO 523. (4 units; Spring)

This course will introduce students to the field of medical bioethics, allowing medical case studies and scripture to drive discussion and assignments. (2 units; Spring)

Biostatistics provides an introduction to selected important topics in bio-statistical concepts and reasoning. This course represents an introduction to the field and provides a survey of data and data types. Specific topics include tools for describing central tendency and variability in data; methods for performing inference on population means and proportions via sample data; statistical hypothesis testing and its application to group comparisons; issues of power and sample size in study designs; and random sample and other study types. While there are some formulae and computational elements to the course, the emphasis is on interpretation and concepts. Prerequisite: STA 144. (3 units; As Offered)