Lecture and laboratory experiences about molecular and cellular structure, function and physiology using human cells as the model.
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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.
Introduction to the radiographic anatomy and the various imaging modalities presently used to include diagnostic imaging, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and nuclear medicine. Prerequisites: ANPS 1200.
Familiarizes students with operational aspects of health care management, leadership and policy. Explores current techniques in process improvement, management methodologies, and healthcare policy with a special focus on disparities in health and healthcare. Prerequisites: College of Nursing and Health Sciences majors; minimum Junior standing.
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.
Introduces students to the nucleic acid and protein-based molecular diagnostics technology through class presentation, reading, and discussions. Focuses on diagnostic applications for understanding molecular mechanisms of disease. Credit not awarded for both BHSC 3810 and BHSC 5810. Prerequisite: CHEM 1580 or CHEM 2580.
Laboratory experiences include practical concepts of molecular applications. Introduces basic methods used in DNA and Protein technology including plasmid isolation, polymerase chain reaction, restriction enzyme use, and related assays. Credit not awarded for both BHSC 3820 and BHSC 5820. Prerequisite: CHEM 1580 or CHEM 2580. Co-requisite: BHSC 3810.
A course which is tailored to fit the interests of a specific student, which occurs outside the traditional classroom/laboratory setting under the supervision of a faculty member, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Individual research performed under the supervision of a faculty mentor. A written report and seminar is required. Prerequisite: Department Permission.