This course will introduce students to a variety of methods used in morphology research. The course will have both lecture and laboratory components and cover the theory, fundamental operating principles and specimen preparation methods for different morphological techniques such as immunohistochemistry, light and electron microscopy. The content of the course will also include the use of instruments and troubleshooting. At the end of the course students should be able to handle small laboratory animals, retrieve tissue samples from laboratory animal, fix and section tissues for light microscopy, confocal and electron microscopy, process biological tissue samples for immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, identify organelles at the EM level and collate and label micrographs.
Credit Hours :
2
Medical Cell and Tissue Biology (ANAT603)
This course will guide students in learning advanced information on the microscopic structure of the cells and tissues of the human body and the biological features of their components. The correlation of structure and function at the cellular and molecular levels will be emphasized in lectures and laboratory sessions. The application of cell and tissue biology to research and clinical disciplines will be emphasized. For each topic, an introduction to the cellular architecture and specialized function of a given tissue will provide the necessary background that will explore contemporary research into the molecular and cellular basis of human diseases involving that tissue or organ.
Credit Hours :
2
Stem Cell Biology (ANAT604)
This course is intended as an introduction and in-depth discussion focused on the biology of stem cells. The course will introduce the features of stem cells and basic mechanism regulating their self-renewal and pluripotency. In addition, the course will focus on selected examples of adult stem cells with an introduction to translational medicine approaches involving stem cell biology. Major emphasis will be placed on how advances in stem cell biology and tissue engineering can be applied to the use of embryonic and adult stem cells in regenerative medicine. In addition to these topics, Students will be introduced to the ethical, regulatory, and legal issues related to stem cell research.
Credit Hours :
2
Human Gross Anatomy (ANAT605)
The structure of the human body will be studied in lectures and cadavers. The relationship between structure and function will be emphasized, as well as common variations which may or may not lead to altered function. In addition, the embryological processes leading to the gross structure, as well as the histological organization will be pointed out.
Credit Hours :
3
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to :
Summarize, in depth and detail, the gross structure and organization of the thorax
Categorize the gross anatomical structures of the abdomen, pelvis and perineum
Explain how gross anatomical structures of the upper and lower limbs relate to their functions
Explain the relationship between the structure and the functions of the various parts of head and neck
Analyze the common variations in the normal structure and how anatomical abnormalities may or may not lead to loss of function
Correlate gross anatomical structures with embryology and histology
Interpret the gross anatomical basis of common diseases
Cytology and Histology (CYHS107)
This course covers the general structure and functions of the building blocks of the human body (the cells) and how different cell types are organized to form the four basic tissues of the body which perform different functions.
Credit Hours :
3
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to :
Describe Characteristic Features Of Epithelia, Connective Tissue, Muscle Tissue & Nervous Tissue.
Describe The Different Methods Of Examining Cells And Tissues.
Describe The Types, Components, And Locations Of Epithelia, Connective Tissue, Muscle & Nervous Tissue.
Differentiate Between The Stages Of Mitosis And Meiosis.
Discuss The Concepts Of Cell Differentiation And Renewal.
Discuss The Microscopic Features And Functions Of Blood And Bone Marrow.
Discuss The Microscopic Features And Functions Of The Various Types Of Blood Vessels.
Discuss The Microscopic Features And Functions Of The Various Types Of Cells Found In Four Basic Tissues Of The Body.
Discuss The Phases Of The Cell Cycle And Their Control.
Human Embryology (EMBR213)
This course covers normal human embryonic and fetal development so that a foundation is established to understand abnormal development in relation to medicine. The more common anomalies and abnormalities will be used as examples.
Credit Hours :
3
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to :
Describe Development Of The Human During Embryogenesis.
Describe Development Of The Human Systems During Organogenesis.
Describe The Normal Development Of The Embryo/Fetus And Relate The Consequences Of Abnormal Development To Common Congenital Conditions.
Identify The Major Stages In Human Development.
Human Anatomy 1 (HANA104)
This course covers the anatomy of the thorax in the human body. Specifically, this will include the heart, chest wall, lungs and mediastinum. For each area it will include nerves, arteries, veins, muscles, joints, bones, etc. and will include an understanding of how these structures interact in terms of function.
Credit Hours :
3
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to :
Describe Bronchopulmonary Segments, Their Functional Units Of The Lungs.
Describe The Anatomy And Function Of The Heart.
Describe The Anatomy Of The Lungs And Their Function .
Describe The Anatomy Of The Thoracic Wall And Its Role In Respiration.
Describe The Division Of The Mediastinum And Their Contents.
Describe The Neurovascular And Lymphatic Systems Of The Thorax And How This Affected By Cardiopulmonary Disease.
Identify The Main Contents Of The Different Mediastina The Chest Wall.
Human Anatomy 2 (HANA111)
This course covers the relevant anatomy of the cardiovascular, respiratory and abdominal systems necessary for the understanding of the pathology of diseases. Students will be able to understand the anatomy of the system and their significance to clinical practice.
Credit Hours :
3
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to :
Demonstrate A Good Understanding Of The Innervation, Blood Supply Of The Region And Gross Anatomy Of Abdomen, Pelvis, Perineum And Vertebral Column Including How The Various Components Interact.
Describe Nerves, Blood Vessels, Lymphatics Of The Abdomen, Pelvis, Perineum, And Vertebral Column.
Describe The Abdominal Cavity Including Peritoneum, And Anatomy Of All The Viscera.
Describe The Gross Anatomy Of The Abdominal Wall.
Describe The Gross Anatomy Of The Pelvis And Perineum.
Describe The Vertebral Column And Bones Of The Pelvis.
Human Anatomy 3 (HANA214)
This course covers relevant anatomy of the male and female pelvis perineum, lower limb and upper limb. Students will know the nerve as well as the blood supply of these regions. This knowledge is a must to understand the pathology of diseases. Students will be able to understand the anatomy of the system and their significance to clinical practice.
Credit Hours :
3
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to :
Describe Muscles Of The Limbs.
Describe The Blood Supply And Lymphatic’S To The Limbs.
Describe The Innervation Of The Limbs.
Explain How Damage To Nerve, Blood Supply Or Muscle May Affect Normal Function.
Identify Anatomical Features Of Upper And Lower Limb Bones On Radiographs.
Identify The Gross Anatomical Features Of Limbs.
Human Anatomy 4 (HANA220)
This course covers the anatomical structures relevant to the understanding of diseases of the head, neck and the nervous system.
Credit Hours :
4
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to :
Describe The Anatomy Of The Cranial Nerves And State The Main Functions And Conditions Resulting From Their Lesions.
Describe The Anatomy Of The External And Middle Ear And Which Structures Might Be Involved If An Infection Spreads From The Middle Ear.
Describe The Anatomy Of The Glands Of The Head And Neck, Pharyngeal Tonsils And What Happens When Surgically Operated On.
Describe The Anatomy Of The Muscles Of The Eye, Tongue, Face And Neck. Discuss Their Nerve Supply And The Pathological Conditions Resulting From The Damage To The Nerves.
Describe The Blood Supply Of The Head And The Brain And Identify Which Part Of The Brain Might Be Damaged Following Occlusion Of Different Cerebral Blood Vessels.
Describe The Development Of Different Structures Of The Head And Neck.
Describe The Different Parts Of The Pharynx And Larynx, Their Muscles And Motor And Sensory Nerve Supply.
Describe The Pain And Touch And Proprioceptive Pathways From The Periphery To The Brain. Discuss The Pathological Conditions Resulting From A Lesions In Any Part Of These Two Pathways.
Identify Different Bones And Joints Of The Head And Neck And Skull Foramina. Describe The Major Anatomical Features Of The Head And Neck On Radiographic Images.
Identify Different Components Of The Brain And Demonstrate The Ability To Read An Mri Of The Brain. Describe The Anatomy Of Spinal Cord And The Autonomic Nervous System. Describe The Pathological Conditions Resulting From Lesions In Different Parts Of Th
Human Biology (HBIO106)
This course allows students to appreciate the evolution and the diversity of life. Basics of normal human anatomy and function relevant to human medicine. Students will also have developed an appropriate vocabulary and command of the English language such that they will be able to describe and discuss (written, oral) the structure and function of the various topics covered in this course.
Credit Hours :
3
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to :
Describe How The Different Body Systems, For Example, Musculoskeletal System, Respiratory System, Cardiovascular System, Function And How This Is Coordinated To Ensure Survival Of The Human Body.
Describe Human Anatomy And Function.
Discuss Theories And Models That Help Us Understand Natural Phenomena.
Establish Relationships Between The Scientific Principles And Their Relevant Applications.
Identify Principles That Govern Life And Methods To Study Living Organisms.
Use Numerical, Symbolic, Graphical Or Other Methods To Analyze Natural Phenomena.
Principles of Research (PRR600)
The Principles of Research will offer MSC/PhD students the generic skills and methods they need to successfully complete their programs. The Principles of Research will use lectures, seminars and workshops and group discussions to introduce students to the methods for identifying, solving, analyzing and reporting of a specific problem pertinent to biomedical sciences. Laboratory data management and safety (environmental safety, radiation safety, and biosafety) will also be covered. At the end of the course, student will be able to select their bibliographical data from relevant databases, formulate a research hypothesis, design a research project, analyze and interpret data, write an abstract and a research manuscript and present a conference paper
Credit Hours :
1
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to :
Explain The Principles Of Laboratory Safety
Select Bibliographical Data From Relevant Databases
