Lecture and laboratory experiences about molecular and cellular structure, function and physiology using human cells as the model.
Introduction to the principles and practices of research and writing in the biomedical and health sciences. Using scientific data and literature as a foundation, students will write in multiple genres through regular assignments applicable to future course work and health science professions. Pre/co-requisites: ENGL 1001 or equivalent; Radiation Medical Science, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Health Sciences major; or Instructor permission.
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Provides a broad based understanding of the fundamentals of radiation science including the ways in which radiation is produced and utilized, the principles of radioactive decay, radiation exposure, absorbed dose, shielding and detection of radiation. Prerequisite: MATH 1212 or MATH 1234. Co-requisites: RADT 2520 or Instructor permission for non-majors.
Lecture and laboratory experiences to enhance the understanding and application of the principles of radioactive decay, radiation exposure, absorbed dose, shielding and detection of radiation. Prerequisite: MATH 1012, MATH 1034, MATH 1212 or MATH 1234.
Undergraduate student service as a teaching assistant, usually in an introductory level course in the discipline, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Undergraduate student work on individual or small team research projects under the supervision of a faculty member, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion. Prerequisite: Department Permission.
Deals with cells, organs, development, interactions and the functioning (infectious process, immunodeficiency, hypersensitivity reactions, transplantation and tumor immunology) of the innate and the adaptive immune system. Prerequisites: One semester of cell biology or similar course is encouraged.
Laboratory experience dealing with cellular and humoral immunity, B cells and T cells, autoimmunity, immunodeficiency. Laboratory covers immunological techniques and applications. Credit not awarded for both BHSC 3440 and BHSC 5440. Prerequisites: One semester of biochemistry, one semester of organic chemistry. Co-requisites: BHSC 3420 or MMG 3230.
Individual research performed under the supervision of a faculty mentor. A written report and seminar is required. Prerequisite: Department Permission.