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AHS
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AHS
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5153
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Foundations of Evidence-Based Practice
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3 hrs.
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This course prepares students to use the scientific literature to make sound, evidence-based patient management decisions. The course focuses on skills needed to understand and apply the scientific literature.
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Course Component
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AHS
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5161
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Seminar in Radiation Sciences
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission
May be repeated; maximum credit 2 hours.
This intra-disciplinary core course will cover current issues related to practical problems occurring in clinical and research work in Radiation Sciences. It will include topics on professional education, professional practice and research.
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Course Component
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AHS
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5275
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Neurobiology
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5 hrs.
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A study of basic anatomical and physiological principles of the nervous system to include, action potentials, resting membrane potentials, synaptic transmission, neurotransmitters, sensory systems, motor systems, coordination, pain mechanisms, apoptosis, neuronal regeneration, neural plasticity and clinical applications.
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Course Component
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AHS
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5930
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Research Techniques
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3-6 hrs.
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Permission. Students without prior research experience participate in research with faculty and/or advanced doctoral students.
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AHS
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5950
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Practicum in Medical Dosimetry
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1-4 hrs.
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Prerequisite: Permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 9 hours.
Practicum for Medical Dosimetry is a clinical education course in which the student will participate in treatment planning, quality assurance and medical physics activities.
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Course Component
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AHS
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5980
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Research for Master's Thesis
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2-4 hrs.
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Permission. Students conduct original research with the guidance and supervision of faculty.
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Course Component
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AHS
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5990
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Special Studies
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1-4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
Students pursue small short-term research experiences or participate in a new course that has been submitted to the graduate council. Under extenuating circumstances, this course may substitute for a regular required course.
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AHS
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6113
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Ethics: Choices and Challenges
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. Interdisciplinary Allied Health course will present historical and philosophical foundation of ethics. Moral, social, and cultural basis of ethics will be examined, given choices and challenges in society and health care. Case examples will offer interdisciplinary choices and challenges.
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AHS
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6133
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Application of Evidence Based Practice
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Evidence Based Practice or Permission. Students conduct analysis of practice in a variety of Allied Health settings and present their findings and literature based recommendations. Students will complete a grant application addressing outcomes results.
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Course Component
Lecture
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Independent Study
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Clinical
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AHS
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6153
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Teaching, Learning, and Technology
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3 hrs.
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This course will provide an educational experience to assist the student in understanding and applying related theory to the effective design, development, and delivery of instruction in a variety of learning environments. This course will use lecture, discussion, and web-based modules for instructional delivery.
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AHS
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6173
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Qualitative Research
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None. This course surveys the design and application of qualitative research. Topics include purposes and traditions; designs; process of data collection, analysis, and interpretation; integrity and trustworthiness; and issues of ethics. Students present a qualitative research project of limited scope and submit and present a qualitative research proposal of interest.
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AHS
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6193
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Behavioral Approach to Motor Learning
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3 hrs.
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Behavioral, cognitive, and motor components of novel and skilled movement will be discussed. The contribution of memory, problem solving, attention, and motivation to motor learning will be explored. Specific applications will be made to the presence of mental illness, mental retardation, and dementia.
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AHS
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6233
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Leadership in Allied Health Education
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. A lecture and discussion course that focuses on the tools, methodologies, and strategies required to be an effective faculty member in Allied Health learning environments.
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Course Component
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AHS
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6333
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Grant Writing Health Profession
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3 hrs.
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This course will cover identification of sources of funding, development of a grant application, and regulations and procedures of the University and funding sources. Students will develop a grant proposal during the course.
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Course Component
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AHS
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6413
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Research Methods
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: A basic research methods class and permission of the instructor. This course is for students in allied health professions who have completed a basic research methods course. It focuses on conceptual frameworks, research design, data collection, data analysis, and dissemination. The emphasis is on quantitative methods, with an overview of qualitative methods. Students design a research project during the course.
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Course Component
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AHS
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6950
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Practicum in Allied Health Sciences
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2-6 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 6 hours.
Doctoral students participate in a psychomotor activity that advances their knowledge or experience in a relevant manner. The practicum may focus on, but is not limited to, teaching, other leadership activities, problem solving, research, and elements of clinical practice.
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AHS
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6960
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Directed Readings
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1-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit 6 hours.
Provide students with opportunity for independent study in subject areas beyond the program's regular curriculum. Involves literature reviews or in-depth reading in a specific topic.
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Course Component
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AHS
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6970
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Seminar in Allied Health Sciences
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 4 hours.
Interdisciplinary Allied Health core course will cover current issues in Allied Health professional education, professional practice, research and health care delivery systems.
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Course Component
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AHS
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6980
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Research for Doctoral Dissertation
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2-9 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 30 hours.
Students conduct original research.
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AHS
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6990
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Special Studies
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1-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
May be repeated; maximum credit 6 hours.
Doctoral students pursue small short-term research experiences of participate in a new course that has been submitted to the graduate council. Under extenuating circumstances, this course may substitute for a regular required course.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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BIOC
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5104
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Biochemistry
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4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
A survey of biochemistry for students in the health related professions covering the structure and function biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, lipids and carbohydrates), metabolism, molecular genetics, membrane organization, transmembrane signaling, and additional topics of specific interest.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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5173
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Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admission to Program or Permission
Cross Listed: NS 3173
This course is an introduction to topics in organic chemistry and biochemistry that relate to the study of nutrition. Major topics include functional groups, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and molecular biology. A major emphasis is given to metabolic pathways in energy production. Graduate Students will be required to write a research paper and all quizzes will count for credit during the course.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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5224
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Principles of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Laboratory Methods
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4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
Introductory laboratory course stressing techniques, instrumentation, and experimental design used for Biochemical and Molecular Biological research.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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5970
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Graduate Student Seminar
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1-6 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 6 hours.
Discussion of recent advances in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Presentations by graduate students.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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5980
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Research Master's Thesis
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2-6 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None.
May be repeated; maximum credit 30 hours.
Research Master's Thesis.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6210
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Physical Biochemistry of Macromolecules
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2-4 hrs.
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Prerequisite: By Permission of Course Director.
This advanced course will approach the structure and function of biological macromolecules from a multidisciplinary perspective encompassing structure determination to physical characterization of inter- and intra-molecular interactions. (Fall II)
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6220
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Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory
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1-4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission by Instructor.
May be repeated; maximum credit 10 hours.
Advanced experimental design and techniques in several current areas of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Students rotate through the laboratories of selected faculty members.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6221
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Journal Club in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 8 hours.
Discussion and assessment of papers in the scientific literature related to Biochemistry and Molecular, Cell-Structural Biology.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6223
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Cell Biology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BIOC 5218 or Permission.
This course is designed to explore the latest aspects of Cell Biology including nuclear structure and motility and chemiosmosis, membrane structure and function, cell-cell interactions, virus-host interactions and cell transformation. Cross Listed: MI
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6234
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Biochemical Genetics and Molecular Biology
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4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. This course examines the connections between traditional mendelian inheritance and modern molecular genetics, covering genome structure and function, gene regulation, DNA replication, translation, molecular neurobiology, and molecular approaches to carcinogenesis. (spring semester)
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6321
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Molecular Structure and Dynamics
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: GPIBS Core Curriculum or permission of Instructor.
May be repeated; maximum credit 5 hours.
Current aspects of macromolecular structure and function.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6341
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Molecular Signaling and Regulation
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1 hrs.
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Crosslisted: PHYO 6341 and CELL 6341 - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Topics.
Prerequisite: GPIBS Core Curriculum or permission of Instructor.
May be repeated; maximum credit 6 hours.
Current understanding of the biochemistry and molecular biology of regulation at the gene, cell, and organism level.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6502
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Advanced Topics In Human Molecular Genetics
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BIOC 5233, 5243, 6223, 6243; or Permissions of Coordinator.
May be repeated; maximum credit 4 hours.
Current topics in the area of the molecular biology and genetics of human diseases, including molecular approaches to diagnosis and treatment. Lectures by resident and visiting faculty; group discussions of current literature. As the content changes with each offering, may be repeated up to a maximum credit of four hours.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6960
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Research Project
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1-8 hrs.
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Prerequisite: By Permission of the Department.
May be repeated; maximum credit 64 hours.
Introduction to independent research.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6970
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Biotechnology
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2-4 hrs.
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May be repeated; maximum credit 4 hours.
Biotechnology will: (a) provide information on current and future scientific developments; (b) review current regulation of biotechnology and applications as well as; (c) provide exposure to legal, business, and ethical issues generated by biotechnology. The discussion-based class will utilize participation and a student-designed project as learning tools.
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Course Component
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BIOC
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6980
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Research Doctor's Disseration
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1-16 hrs.
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May be repeated; maximum credit 16 hours.
Research for Doctor's Dissertation.
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Course Component
Laboratory
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Independent Study
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BIOC
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6990
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Special Problems in Biochemistry
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1-5 hrs.
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May be repeated; maximum credit 15 hours.
Selected Biochemical topics on which rapid progress has been made during recent years.
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Course Component
Lecture
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Laboratory
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Independent Study
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BMSC
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BMSC
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5001
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Integrity in Scientific Research
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
This course will focus on the issues important to maintaining integrity in scientific endeavors. Topics to be discussed include ethical decision making, data collection and analysis, intellectual property, competitive pressures, technology transfer, authorship practices and human and animal studies.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5002
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Principles and Practice of Clinical and Translational Research
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
This course serves as an introduction to experimental design and research methods in Clinical Investigation and will provide the student with the information and skills necessary to design and conduct a clinical research project.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5011
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Experimental Design and Applied Statistics
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Complete one year of biomedical graduate education.
A graduate-level course in experimental design for the biological sciences. The course will focus on generation of hypothesis, design of properly controlled experiments, and analysis of experimental data. Students will determine proper sample size, categorization of experimental groups, and statistical tests to test hypotheses.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5021
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Methods in Biomedical Research
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admission to GPIBS program or permission.
A graduate level course that surveys a broad range of the most basic and most widely used techniques, protocols, assays, and technologies used in biomedical research. Students will learn the scientific jargon, basic biology, and theories associated with each technique so that students can perform and understand common research methods.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5031
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Laboratory Animal Use and Concepts
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admission to the GPIBS program or permission.
A graduate level course intended to prepare students to conduct animal research during their graduate studies. Students will receive a foundation in laboratory animal science as well as an introduction to animal handling techniques. Mouse models commonly used in biomedical research will be emphasized.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5102
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Fundamentals of Scientific Writing
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
Basic elements of writing are taught including keys to effective writing and organization of the writing task. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, organization, and aspects of written language and supporting materials such as a dictionary and thesaurus are reviewed. Simple exercises address dissertations and theses, abstracts, journals, and grants. (F, Sp, Su I, II, III, IV)
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5103
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Interdisciplinary Leadership Issues I: Disabilities Services
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Graduate Standing and permission of the instructor. Interdisciplinary course providing the foundation components of family centered services, cultural competence, interdisciplinary teaming and inclusive practices as they relate to interdisciplinary service provisions for children with or at risk for disabilities and their families, child family advocacy, research development and data issues.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5113
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Interdisciplinary Leadership Issues II: Disabilities Advocacy
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Graduate standing and Permission of the instructor. Interdisciplinary course with focus on and development of interdisciplinary leadership issues including child-family advocacy service delivery systems, systems change, policy development and analysis, with or at risk for disabilities and their families, child-family legislation, ethics and funding. Based on the foundation components of family-centered services, cultural competency and inclusive practices.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5202
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Foundations in Biomedicine I
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admissions to Post-baccalaureate Research Education Program.
This is the Fall semester flagship course of the Post-baccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP). It employs a literature- and discussion-based approach to introduce the fundamentals of cell and molecular biology. It highlights widely used methodology critical to biomedical research in the context of important questions in biomedicine.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5221
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Interdisciplinary First Year Journal Club
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admissions into GPIBS/Permission of Instructor.
A course designed to acquaint students with critical assessment skills needed to interpret the scientific literature and present it to a peer group.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5300
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Interdisciplinary Special Topics
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1-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
May be repeated; maximum credit 6 hours.
This course is being created in order to meet a need that occasionally arises to quickly create a course for an upcoming semester or to pilot and fine tune a course before formally submitting a final syllabus and the requisite paperwork or for a one time offering. The course will be house in the Graduate College for proper supervision. The course may be repeated but the topic must change.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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5302
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Foundations in Biomedicine II
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admissions to Post-baccalaureate Research Education Program.
This is the Spring semester flagship course of the Post-baccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP). It employs a literature- and discussion-based approach to introduce the biology of disease. It highlights widely used methodology critical to biomedical research in the context of important questions in biomedicine. (Sp I)
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Course Component
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BMSC
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6011
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Integrity in Scientific Research II
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BMSC 5001 or equivalent
The course will serve as a refresher course for advanced graduate students (ie., 4+years in program) and incoming postdoctoral fellows on the topic of the responsible conduct of research. The course will underscore the importance of responsible research and the nuances of scientific integrity in research and seven other topics including social responsibility.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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6012
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Molecular Systems I
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admission to GPIBS or permission of the Course Directors. The focus of this course is the structure/function relationship of proteins and nucleic acids as well as the mechanisms controlling gene expression. (F I)
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Course Component
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BMSC
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6042
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Entrepreneurship for Science and Technology
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
Entrepreneurship for Science and Technology provides an introduction to entrepreneurship for science and technology perspective. The course will cover innovation, prototyping, competition, customer discovery, business model, networking, funding, and legal concerns including patents and intellectual property. The course format includes weekly lectures, founder speakers, presentations, and hands-on activities. (F I, II, III, IV)
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Course Component
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BMSC
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6052
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Cellular Systems II
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admission to GPIBS or permission of the Course Directors.
The focus of this course is on cellular underpinnings surrounding cancer, development, tissue homeostasis, immunity and microbial pathogenesis. (F I)
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Course Component
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BMSC
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6100
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Bioscience Interdisciplinary Laboratory Rotation
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1-4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
May be repeated; maximum credit 12 hours.
This rotation provides an opportunity for a student to learn and experience an in-depth knowledge and appreciation for specific skills research approaches and methods within specific disciplines and multidisciplinary areas.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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6112
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Molecular Systems II
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admission GPIBS or permission of the Course Directors.
This course focuses on the molecular underpinnings of cellular function including small molecule and protein transport/processing within the cell. (F I)
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Course Component
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BMSC
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6152
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Cellular Systems I
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admissions to GPIBS or permission from the Course Directors. The focus of the course is on cell signaling pathways, cell division, and cell death mechanisms. (F I)
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Course Component
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BMSC
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6202
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Preparing Future Faculty - Instructional Methods
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Interdisciplinary Preparing Future Faculty Program. This course will acquaint students with the full range of faculty roles and responsibilities related to university teaching. The course provides a didactic background in instructional methods and content and includes the theoretical and applied material addressing university structure and governance, the elements of effective teaching, and the institutional resources for teaching. Students will be required to develop appropriate course objectives, to deliver organized lectures, and to communicate effectively in verbal, written, and visual modalities.
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Course Component
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BMSC
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6300
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PFF - Supervised Teaching Experience
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2-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Student must have successfully completed BMSC 6202-Instructional Methods in the fall semester prior to enrollment in the spring experiential course.
This course is the second of a two-course sequence focused primarily on teaching. Where the first course provides a didactic background in instructional methods, this course provides discipline-specific teaching experiences in university classrooms. Each student will work with their assigned faculty mentor who will supervise individualized teaching experiences and, where possible, invite participation in faculty research and service activities as well.
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Course Component
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BSE
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BSE
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5001
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Problems in Biostatistics and Epidemiology
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Concurrent or previous enrollment in BSE 5113 and 5163. Applied problem solving in biostatistics and epidemiology.
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Course Component
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BSE
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5013
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Application of Microcomputers to Data Analysis
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163 or permission of the instructor.
Introduction to the use of data management and processing equipment and 1 package (SAS) readily available on this campus. Storage, manipulation, and retrieval of data and statistical summaries are emphasized.
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Course Component
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BSE
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5023
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Computer Applications in Public Health
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163 or Permission of Instructor.
Application of currently available hardware and software to common problems encountered in Public Health practice.
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Course Component
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BSE
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5033
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Foundations and Overview of Public Health
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
This course will provide an overview of public health for students in MS or doctoral programs, who have not completed the MPH core courses prior to enrollment in their graduate program.
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Course Component
Lecture
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Independent Study
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BSE
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5111
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Scientific Integrity in Research
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
This course is designed to provide training to M.S. and Ph.D. students in Biostatistics and Epidemiology in the responsible conduct of research, scientific integrity, and the protection of human research subjects. The class will cover issues related to: 1) acquisition, management, sharing, and ownership of data; 2) conflict of interest and commitment; 3) human subjects protection; 4) research misconduct; 5) publication practices and responsible authorship; 6) peer review; and 7) collaborative science. The course is to be completed prior to initiation of thesis or dissertation research.
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Course Component
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BSE
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5113
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Principles of Epidemiology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None. This course provides an introduction to epidemiology for students majoring in any aspects of Public Health. The principles and methods of epidemiology investigation, both of infectious and non-infectious diseases are discussed.
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Course Component
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BSE
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5153
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Clinical Trials
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Basic Statistics and Epidemiology or permission of instructor. Principles for the design and conduct of clinical trials are discussed. Emphasis will be given to protocol preparation, randomization, sample size, trial monitoring, ethical issues and data analysis.
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Course Component
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BSE
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5163
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Biostatistical Methods I
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: College algebra and ability to use computer spreadsheet or instructor permission. Students who seek late enrollment in the course must obtain instructor permission to enroll.
Fundamental concepts and applications of statistics. This course and BSE 5173 serve as an introduction to all higher level courses in statistics. This course makes use of the JMP statistical package. (F I, SU II)
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Course Component
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BSE
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5173
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Biostatistics Methods II
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163 and BSE 5013.
More complex forms of the analysis of variance are present. The fundamental aspects of experimental design as well as covariance, multiple regression, curvilinear regression, and the binomial and poisson distribution are discussed.
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Course Component
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BSE
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5183
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Intermediate Biostatistical Methods for Health Professionals
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163 or permission of instructor.
This course provides an overview of frequency, analysis of variance, and regression methods. Students will determine the appropriate statistical approach to answer health-related research questions, review assumptions underlying specific approaches, and perform and interpret output from analyses completed using statistical software. This course uses the JMP statistical package. (Sp I, II)
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Course Component
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BSE
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5193
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Intermediate Epidemiologic Methods
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113 or equivalent Methodological issues important to the design of epidemiologic studies of both infectious and non-infectious disease. Topics include formulation of a research question, types of studies, sample size, sampling methods, biases and confounding, data collection instruments and the presentation and interpretation of data.
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Course Component
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BSE
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5253
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Introduction to Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113 and BSE 5163 or equivalent. Methodologic issues and approaches used in occupational and environmental risk assessment studies will be presented. These include study design, assessment of exposures, ascertainment of outcomes, methods of analysis and sources of data. Examples of classic occupational and environmental studies will be presented and implications for health policy will be discussed.
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Course Component
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BSE
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5283
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GIS in Health
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163, BSE 5113, and permission of instructor
The goal of this course is to familiarize students with applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Public Health. Topics include a basic understanding of using geodatabases, geocoding, producing effective disease maps, visualization, classification, and accuracy assessment. Students will be able to produce effective infectious disease and cancer cluster maps.
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BSE
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5303
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Epidemiology of Infectious Disease
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113. Intended for epidemiology majors. Lectures and laboratory sessions devoted to the study of factors common to all infectious diseases as well as studies of specific disease.
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BSE
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5333
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Introduction to Emerging Infections and Bioterrorism
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113 Principles of Epidemiology. The course will introduce students to a wide variety of topics relating to emerging infections and bioterrorism. The course will first provide an overview of emerging diseases and the factors associated with their appearance. Second, the course will examine bioterrorism, its agents, history, potential impact and discuss public health preparedness.
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BSE
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5343
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Methods in Infectious Disease Epidemiology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113; BSE 5303; or authorization from the instructor. This course aims at covering methods applicable to the design and conduct of epidemiological studies specific to infectious diseases.
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BSE
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5363
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Epidemiology and Prevention of Chronic Diseases
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113; BSE 5163; BSE 5193 or BSE 5001
This course is a survey of chronic diseases and the epidemiologic methods used to study them. Students are expected to read and report on the literature and to use descriptive statistics on survey data of chronic disease risk factors.
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BSE
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5403
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Social Epidemiology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113 (Principles of Epidemiology) and BSE 5163 (Biostatistics Methods I) or permission of the instructor.
The purpose of this course is to provide students with both the information and experience to identify social determinants of health outcomes in populations. Students will develop an understanding of the general concepts of social epidemiology and develop their own critical assessment of how social factors impact health outcomes and the development of disease. Students will participate in class discussions, read relevant materials, and conduct and report on a community assessment project.
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BSE
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5603
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Sampling Theory and Methods
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163 and permission of Instructor. To introduce various commonly used sampling methods including when and how to apply them, advantages and disadvantages, how to determine sample size, and the design of forms and questionnaires for data collection.
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BSE
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5633
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Public Health Strategies for Tobacco Control
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113, BSE 5163, HPS 5213, HAP 5453, OEH 5013 or permission of the instructor
Multi-Level Course: CPH 7633
This course provides an overview of the history, health effects, politics, and prevention of tobacco use, examining the issue from all perspectives: epidemiological, psychosocial, political, economic and environmental. Students will explore the multidimensional aspects of tobacco use and the research and metholodology contributing to best practices in tobacco control.
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BSE
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5643
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Regression Analysis
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163 and 5013. Multiple linear regression analysis, including polynomial regression, indicator variables, and covariance analysis are covered. Also covered are : tests of hypotheses and interval estimates, model selection and validation; methods for measurement errors, diagnostic methods for outliers, influence, and multicollinearity; nonlinear regression, logistic regression with non-normal distributions; and time-series analysis and forecasting. Applications are drawn from public health.
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BSE
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5653
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Nonparametric Methods
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5013; BSE 5163; one of the following: BSE 5173 or BSE 5643 or BSE 5663
Modern techniques of nonparametric analysis applied to single and multiple samples, including approaches based on signed- and ranked-transformed data and on permutation tests. Discussion of exact results and large sample approximations. Nonparametric analysis of categorical data summarized in contingency tables. Nonparametric bootstrapping. Introduction to robust regression.
Analysis of qualitative data as it applies to experimental design in biology and medicine. Discussion of the binomial and chi square tests as well as rank based and distribution free methods to the k-sample case and nonparametric measures of correlation and association. Analysis of variance of ranked data is included.
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BSE
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5663
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Analysis of Frequency Data
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163 and 5013. Tests and measures of association for contingency table analysis; partitioning chi-square; the odds ratio; comparative trials; analysis of categorical data with matched samples; combining evidence from contingency tables; effects and controls of misclassification errors; and multiway contingency tables are covered in this course.
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BSE
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5703
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Principles of the Theory of Probability
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. Introduction to the principles to the theory of probability. Primarily for the student who plans to major in the field of statistics.
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BSE
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5733
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Principles of Mathematical Statistics I
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5703 and Differential and Integral Calculus. An introduction to mathematical statistics and the theory of statistical inference. The theory of distributions including sampling distributions, multivariate distributions and approximations to distributions.
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BSE
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5743
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Principles of Mathematical Statistics II
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5733. Law of large numbers, estimation of parameters, central limit theorem, confidence intervals and tests of hypotheses. Regression, sampling from a normal population, experimental design, analysis of variance, and distribution free methods.
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BSE
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5763
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Applied Bayesian Statistics
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163 Biostatistics Methods I and at least one of the following: BSE 5173 Biostatistics Methods II or BSE 5643 Regression Analysis or BSE 5663 Analysis of frequency data or BSE 6563 Longitudinal Data Analysis.
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BSE
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5803
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Epidemiology and Prevention of Diabetes
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113, BSE 5163, and BSE 5363; or permission of instructor.
Students gain knowledge of diabetes through application of epidemiologic principles and methods. Topics to be covered include types of diabetes and diagnostic and classification criteria, prevalence, incidence and costs of diabetes in the U.S. and other countries, risk factors, diabetic complications, and prevention strategies for diabetes and its complications.
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BSE
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5960
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Directed Readings in Biostatistics and Epidemiology
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1-6 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit 6 hours.
Offers the student the opportunity to explore with faculty guidance, areas of interest in biostatistics or epidemiology not specifically incorporated in formal courses.
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BSE
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5980
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Research for Master's Thesis
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1-4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 4 hours.
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BSE
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5990
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Special Studies
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1-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
May be repeated; maximum credit 3 hours.
Topics of a special nature or of unusual interest to students. Deals with a specific topic, area or problem, which is not adequately covered in the current curriculum, as judged by the training needs of the students.
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BSE
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6151
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Applied Statistical Methods for Clinical Trials
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163, BSE 5153 (or concurrent enrollment), BSE 5013
This course is designed to introduce the student to practical applications of statistical methods in clinical trials.
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BSE
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6192
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Grant Writing Skills in Epidemiology
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5303, BSE 5363, BSE 5193. Problems encountered in the design and execution of epidemiologic field studies in human populations. Students will be required to design a field study for a specific disease and prepare a scientific protocol and emphasis will be placed on grantsmanship.
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BSE
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6193
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Methods in Clinical Epidemiology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5013, BSE 5163, BSE 5113, BSE 5193 and at least one of the following: BSE 5663, BSE 5173 or BSE 6643.
This course focuses on quantitative methods used in the design and conduct of clinical epidemiologic studies. Emphasis will be placed on differentiating among diagnostic, prognostic and etiologic/intervention research, selecting analytical methods, Identification and avoidance of common biases, and critical evaluation of existing literature.
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BSE
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6194
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Advanced Epidemiologic Methods
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4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Principles of Epidemiology and Introductory course in Biostatistics This course will cover, in depth, the design of epidemiologic studies, practical and theoretical considerations, biases, confounding and misclassification, concept of cause and causal models. Examples from the literature will be evaluated and methods of analysis presented.
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BSE
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6233
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Reproductive and Perinatal Epidemiology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113 Principles of Epidemiology & BSE 5163 Biostatistics Methods I
This course provides an overview of the epidemiology of major reproductive and prenatal health endpoints including infertility, fetal loss, birth weight, congenital malformations and infant mortality. Current knowledge of the determinants of these outcomes is introduced with emphasis on metholodologic considerations specific to the study of reproductive and prenatal health.
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BSE
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6323
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Molecular and Genetic Epidemiology
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3 hrs.
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A description of the use of human genetics and molecular biology in studying host susceptibility to disease. Includes a background review of mendelian genetics and single gene defects as well as methodologies currently being used in the laboratory and their application to epidemiologic studies of multifactorial disease.
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BSE
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6353
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Epidemiology of Cardiovascular Disease
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5113, BSE 5363 or Permission. The course includes a detailed review of the epidemiology of the major cardiovascular diseases including natural history, prevention, and treatment. Major cardiovascular studies are reviewed.
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BSE
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6363
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Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5363 and BSE 6323. A detailed review of epidemiologic aspects and prevention strategies for the major cancer sites is presented. Emphasis will be placed on the causes, prevention, early detection and control of cancer.
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BSE
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6553
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Linear Models I
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5563, BSE 5743. The theoretical development of analytic methods for the analysis of data conforming to linear models with a review of basic mathematical statistics, an introduction to linear models and their classifications, the general linear model of full rank, curvilinear models and model of functional relationships.
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BSE
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6563
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Longitudinal Data Analysis
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163 Biostat. Methods I; BSE 5013 Microcomputer Applic. Data Analysis; BSE 5173 Biostatistics Methods II. The course focuses on data that are correlated in time, space, or through an inherent hierarchical structure. Applications for continuous outcomes include repeated measures, mixed, random coefficient, and hierarchical models. Applications for categorical outcomes include general estimating equations and generalized linear mixed models.
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BSE
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6643
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Survival Data Analysis
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5163 and 5013 and either BSE 5663 or BSE 5653, or by permission of the instructor. Discussion of statistical methods for the analysis of clinical and laboratory data related to survival. Special attention is given to data from experimental animals and human patients with acute diseases, for example, cancer.
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BSE
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6663
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Analysis of Multivariate Data
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: BSE 5173, BSE 5663 or Permission of Instructor. The development and application of the statistical techniques which are currently used for description, estimation, and hypothesis testing of multivariate data collected in medical or health related studies. Use of computer programs which perform these techniques and of programs which can be combined to perform these techniques will be emphasized.
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BSE
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6950
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Research in Biostatistics and Epidemiology
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1-4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 4 hours.
Open only to advanced students to engage in supervised research into Biostatistics or Epidemiology.
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BSE
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6960
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Directed Readings
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1-4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit 4 hours.
Intensive directed readings in a specific area of interest.
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BSE
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6980
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Research for Doctoral Dissertation
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1-16 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 16 hours.
Credit hours vary
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BSE
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7103
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Introduction to Biostatistics
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Ability to use a computer. Either earn a grade of B or better in college algebra or a more advanced mathematics course(course must have been taken no more than six years prior to admission, or score at or above the 50th percentile on the quantitative portion of either the GMAT or the GRE, or score 500 or better on the mathematics specialized exam of the GRE.
A broad introduction to the concepts underlying biostatistical methods.
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CELL
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CELL
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5107
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Human Structure
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7 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admission to the Graduate College, background in biological sciences, and/or approval of instructor.
Human Structure explores the macroscopic anatomy of the human body with correlations to functional, clinical and radiological anatomy. Supervised dissection integrated with lectures. The approach is regional.
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CELL
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5134
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Cell and Tissue Biology
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4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
The Cell and Tissue Biology course provides an overview of microscopic structure of human cells, tissues, and organs, with correlation of structure and function. Components of the course include lectures, independent readings and microscopic study of histological preparations during a weekly laboratory session.
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CELL
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5142
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Human Embryology
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
Study of the development of the human body at the cellular and organ level, with emphasis on the relation of embryogenesis to adult anatomy and congenital malformations. Course may include lectures, a weekly group discussion on related scientific literature and a research paper. (SP)
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CELL
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5960
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Current Topics in Cell Biology
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1-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None.
May be repeated; maximum credit 28 hours.
Students will critically read and discuss with the faculty primary research publications in cellular and molecular biology, and participate in departmental seminar presentations. May be repeated with change in course content. (F, Sp)
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CELL
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5980
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Research for Master's Thesis
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1-4 hrs.
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May be repeated; maximum credit 30 hours.
Once enrolled, student must continue registration until the requirements for the degree are fulfilled.
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Course Component
Laboratory
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Independent Study
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CELL
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5990
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Special Studies in Cell Biology
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1-3 hrs.
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May be repeated; maximum credit 9 hours.
Introduction to original research investigation of some problem in cell biology. May be repeated; maximum credit nine hours.
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Course Component
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CELL
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6000
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Cell Biology Laboratory Rotation
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1-8 hrs.
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May be repeated; maximum credit 25 hours.
This course provides the opportunity for the student to learn and experience an in-depth knowledge and appreciation for scientific skills and emphasizes techniques, instrumentation, and experimental design in a specific discipline within a multidisciplinary research environment.
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CELL
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6004
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Cardiovascular/Renal Pharmacology
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4 hrs.
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A systematic examination of the physiological and biochemical mechanisms through which drugs affect the cardiovascular system and the kidney.
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Course Component
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CELL
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6010
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Cell Biology Graduate Research Seminar
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1-2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
May be repeated; maximum credit 12 hours.
This is a seminar course for Cell Biology graduate students to present their own research data, receive constructive criticism on their research and presentation, and to learn how to effectively listen to and critically evaluate material presented in the research seminars.
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CELL
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6013
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Neuropharmacology
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3 hrs.
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A systematic examination of the physiological and biochemical mechanisms through which drugs affect the central nervous system.
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Course Component
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CELL
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6020
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Anatomical Sciences Teaching Practicum
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2-4 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Successful completion of the course in which the student will do a teaching practicum.
May be repeated; maximum credit 10 hours.
The course is designed to provide each student with supervised teaching experiences in Human Structure, Histology, Embryology, or Neuroanatomy as well as critical reviews of all teaching duties involved with the specific course. Course may be repeated for credit. Graduate students in the ILAC/Anatomical Sciences Education program must complete 10 hours of teaching practicum. Those hours need to be spread through at least 3 of the courses listed above.
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CELL
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6030
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Medical Education Seminar
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0-1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
May be repeated; maximum credit 8 hours.
Students and faculty will present current basic biomedical science education methods and/or medical education research. Students will received constructive criticism on their presentation and learn how to effectively listen to and critically evaluate material presented in the seminar settings. Seminar (Summer, Fall & Spring) I, II, III, & IV
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CELL
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6053
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Pharmacology of the Autonomic Nervous System
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3 hrs.
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A systematic examination of the physiological and biochemical mechanisms through which drugs affect the autonomic nervous system.
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Course Component
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CELL
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6063
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Cellular and Molecular Developmental Biology
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3 hrs.
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Explore current cellular and molecular concepts in developmental biology, including epithelial-mesenchymal interactions, cell cycle, cell migrational cues, homeobox genes and master genes, pattern formation and differentiation, tumor suppressor genes, growth control, and angiogenesis. Topics covered will change yearly.
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CELL
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6073
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Topics in Cellular and Molecular Developmental Biology
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3 hrs.
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Explore current cellular and molecular concepts in developmental biology, including epithelial-mesenchymal interactions, cell cycle, cell migrational cues, homeobox genes and master genes, pattern formation and differentiation, tumor suppressor genes, growth control, and angiogenesis. Topics covered will change yearly.
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CELL
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6111
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Advanced Cell Biology I-Cells and Tissues
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Cell and Molecular Systems 1 and 2, or first two years of medical school and admission into the Cell Biology graduate program, or permission of the Course Director.
Expands on fundamental concepts in cellular biology, including: diversity of cell types, tissue types and relationships among cells; organization of cells and tissues in more complex biological structures; microscopic methods, and stem cell biology.
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CELL
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6121
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Advanced Cell Biology II-Advanced Cell Signaling
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Cell and Molecular Systems I and 2, or first two years of medical school and admissions into the Cell Biology graduate program, or permission of the Course Director.
Expands on fundamental concepts in cellular biology, focusing on advanced topics in cell signaling.
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CELL
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6130
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Advanced Cell Biology III-Capstone
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1-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Admissions into the Cell Biology graduate program following successful completion of the GPIBS curriculum or the first two years of medical school, or permission of the Course Director.
Cement knowledge of Cell Biology gained from previous courses, foster the students' ability to synthesize and discuss content related to Cell Biology, and to prepare students for the written and oral qualifying examination.
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CELL
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6301
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Experimental Strategies in Genetics
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: GPIBS Core Curriculum or permission of Instructor. The major intent is to develop a working knowledge of the fundamental genetic strategies used to solve biological problems.
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CELL
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6302
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Advanced Genetics
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CELL 6301 or Instructor's Permission. This course will present genetic principles at an advanced level, provide examples of the applicability of genetic approaches to a wide variety of biological problems, acquaint the students with a broad historical perspective of the field of genetics, and provide immersion in genetics, and provide immersion in genetics primary literature.
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CELL
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6311
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Directed Readings in Genetics
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: GPIBS Curriculum or permission of instructor, admittance to candidacy, and permission of student's Ph.D. advisor.
May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit 10 hours.
This Journal Club is designed to increase student's reading of the scientific literature, to develop critical scientific thinking, and to make the students more comfortable presenting genetic data through experience. This journal club is open to all graduate students in or beyond their second year, postdoctoral trainees and interested members of faculty.
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CELL
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6313
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Advanced Gross Anatomy
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None. May be repeated with a change in subject matter, maximum credit nine hours. Comprehensive approaches to dissection of select regions by special and varied methods. Conferences, demonstrations, and literature study. .
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CELL
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6321
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Molecular and Cellular Aspects of Vision
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1 hrs.
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Crosslisted: OCNS 6321
Prerequisites: GPIBS Core Curriculum or Permission of Instructor. This course is designed for graduate students to provide for the integration of the knowledge gained from the GPIBS core course and its application to the generation of research projects on basic cellular functions using the visual system as an experimental model.
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CELL
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6331
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Molecular Genetics
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: GPIBS fall courses and first part of spring semester courses; Permission of the instructor. It is an elective module offered by the Department of Cell Biology for the second part of the spring semester of GPIBS.
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CELL
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6332
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Special Topics in Genetics
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: GPIBS Curriculum or permission of instructor, admittance to candidacy, and permission of student's Ph.D. advisor.
This colloquium is designed to increase students' understanding of important concepts, approaches, and historical perspectives in Genetics. This colloquium is open to all graduate students in or beyond their second year, postdoctoral trainees and interested members of the faculty.
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CELL
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6341
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Molecular Signaling and Regulation
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1 hrs.
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Crosslisted: BIOC 6341 and CELL 6341 - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Topics.
Prerequisite: GPIBS Core Curriculum or permission of Instructor. Current understanding of the biochemistry and molecular biology of regulation at the gene, cell, and organism level.
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CELL
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6401
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OU Cancer Center Program Meeting
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: GPIBS curriculum, admittance to candidacy, permission of course director, and permission of student's Ph.D. advisor. This course requires attendance at one of the 4 OU Cancer Center Program monthly meetings. Each month, members of the cancer center present their current research and their anticipated future research questions. Students will enroll in this course over several semesters and must attend at least 15 meetings to receive 1 credit.
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CELL
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6411
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Special Topics in Molecular Medicine
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: GPIBS curriculum, admittance to candidacy, permission of course director and permission of student's Ph.D. advisor.
May be repeated; maximum credit 1 hours.
This didactic course will present seminal and current research in the field of Molecular Medicine. Each weekly presentation will be a compilation of primary literature around a central theme. The theme for the semester will be chosen by the students, their mentors, and the course director. This course will meet 15 times for 1 credit hour.
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CELL
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6421
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Tumor Board
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1 hrs.
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Prerequisites: GPIBS curriculum, admittance to candidacy, permission of course director, and student's Ph.D. advisor.
May be repeated; maximum credit 2 hours.
This course is for graduate students in cancer research who are interested in gaining insight into the clinical disease. This course requires attendance at a weekly clinical department tumor board and a monthly meeting with the course director. In addition, each student will read and write a summary of a recently published clinical trial. The case history, surgery, pathology, and treatment options for individual cancer cases are presented at the tumor board. Specific Tumor Boards will be determined by the student, their mentor and course director. Students will attend 14 meetings over the course of one academic semester for 1 credit.
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CELL
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6960
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Directed Readings in Cell Biology
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1-3 hrs.
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May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit 6 hours.
This course provides an opportunity for the study of a particular research area through review of literature under a selected instructor.
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CELL
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6980
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Research for Doctors Dissertation
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1-16 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Approval of advisor.
May be repeated; maximum credit 60 hours.
Once enrolled, student must continue registration until the requirements for graduation are filled. A maximum of 60 hours is allowed toward the Ph.D. degree.
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Course Component
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CELL
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6990
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Specialized Studies in Cell Biology
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1-4 hrs.
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May be repeated; maximum credit 8 hours.
Qualified students of biomedical sciences may work independently on topics of special interests in any area of cell biology. May encompass discussions, guided reading or laboratory research depending on the student. May be repeated with change of subject matter; maximum credit eight hours.
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CSD
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CSD
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5100
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Practicum for Teachers of Deaf Blind Multi-Handicapped Children
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1-8 hrs.
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May be repeated; maximum credit 8 hours.
For the teacher of the deaf blind, multi-handicapped children and will cover: neurological, sensory, psychological, motoric and educational development and evaluation; education and therapeutic intervention; documentation, material development, and practicum work with deaf/blind children in area programs. May be repeated; maximum credit eight hours.
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CSD
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5102
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Learning and the Communication Process
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permissions. Review of basic learning processes, including closely related behavioral phenomena, and an introduction to the principles of behavior modification with specific attention to speech and language behavior.
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CSD
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5113
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Phonetics
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university and admission into the SLP MA program.
Multi-Level Course: CSD 3333
Lecture and supervised exercises in the analysis, categorization and transcription of the sound of speech.
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CSD
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5133
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Research Foundations in Communication Disorders
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. Ethical, logical, practical and methodological considerations associated with research in speech/language pathology and audiology; basic concepts in data management; critical evaluation of research publications. Approved for professional credit (Course ID 110136 CSD 9333).
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CSD
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5143
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Autism Spectrum Disorders
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
This course covers the knowledge and skills needed to provide effective assessments and evidence-based treatments for communication impairments in individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Topics covered include ASD characteristics and etiologies, functional communication systems, structured teaching principles, and positive environmental supports for effective learning.
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CSD
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5153
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Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech Mechanisms
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university and admission into the SLP MA program.
Multi-level Course: CSD 3413
Considers specific mechanisms directly related to generation of speech signals as well as current theories of voice production.
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CSD
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5173
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Foundations of Speech & Language Development
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university and admission into the SLP MA program.
Multi-Level Course: CSD 3443 & 7443
This course will examine the developmental milestones of speech, language, and cognition in addition, the theories for speech/language development and learning will be studied.
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CSD
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5183
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Foundations of Audiology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university and admission into the SLP MA program.
Multi-Level Courses: CSD 3463 & 7463
Presents concepts and rationale underlying the measurement of hearing with special reference to pure tone air and bone conduction tests, speech audiometry and impedance measures.
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CSD
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5193
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Language Disorders in the Exceptional Child
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university and admission into the SLP MA program.
Multi-Level Course: CSD 3473
An introduction to the assessment and remediation of language disorders in exceptional children.
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CSD
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5270
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Augmentative Methods in Communication
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1-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. May be repeated with change of subject matter. maximum credit twelve hours. Selected communication disorders topics are addressed and may include: cued speech, various sign language systems, and augmentative communication devices. Approved for undergraduates and professional credit (Course ID 110130 CSD 4270 and Course ID 110131 CSD 8270).
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CSD
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5273
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Diagnosis and Rehabilitation in Audiology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university and admission into the SLP MA program.
Multi-Level Courses: CSD 4493 & 7493
This course will examine the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of hearing and introduce the nonmedical rehabilitation options for treatment o these disorders.
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CSD
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5282
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Management of the High Risk Infant
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2 hrs.
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Organization and delivery of parent-oriented programs appropriate to the speech, language, and development needs of the high-risk youngsters from birth to three years of age and aimed at counteracting the educational and language retardation otherwise associated with high risk infants.
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CSD
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5292
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Language Analysis
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 3313. Criterion-referenced, informal assessment measures of language, language sampling, discourse analysis, oral storytelling analysis, play-based assessment, analyzing the linguistic demands of the classroom.
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CSD
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5313
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Phonological Disorders
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3 hrs.
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The evaluation and management of phonological disorders stressing problems that are functional in origin.
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CSD
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5323
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Introduction to Articulation Disorders
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university and admission into the SLP MA program.
Multi-Level Course: CSD 3453
Nature and causes of articulation disorders: diagnosis and management.
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CSD
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5333
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Instructional Procedures in Communication Disorders
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university and admission into the SLP MA program.
Multi-Level Course: CSD 4433
Introduction to the methods and techniques of evaluation, instruction by objectives, and instructional planning for disorders in speech, language, and hearing. Extensive observation and some clinical.
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CSD
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5363
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Neural Bases of Communication
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3 hrs.
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Introduction to neuroanatomy and neurophysiology as they relate to speech and language production and
processing. Approved for Graduate credit.
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CSD
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5403
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Orofacial Anomalies
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 3413 or Permission. Communication problems of individuals with cleft lip and palate condition; evaluation and management is stressed. (Summer)
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CSD
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5413
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Speech Science
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 3413 or Permission. Methods employed in the scientific study of speech and voice.
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CSD
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5423
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Neuropathologies of Speech
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 4343 or Permission. The evaluation and management of certain neuropathologies which affect normal speech production.
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CSD
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5433
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Voice Disorders
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 3413, CSD 5412 or Permission. The nature, causes, identification, and clinical management of disorders of voice in children and adults.
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CSD
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5443
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Speech and Hearing Science
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: None
Multi-Level Course: CSD 4413 & 7413
Introduction to the physical principles underlying the production and reception of speech and language. Approved for graduate credit.
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CSD
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5453
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Adult Neurolinguistic Disorders
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 4343 or Permission. Instruction in the evaluation and management of adult neurolinguistic disorders.
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CSD
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5463
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Fluency
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. Factors affecting speech fluency, theory of stuttering behavior developmental factors, and traditional and recent developments in diagnostic and remedial procedures.
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CSD
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5473
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Language Assessment and Remediation in School-Age and Adolescent Population
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 3313, CSD 4343 or Permission. The rationale, methods, and procedures for the assessment and modification of language disorders in school-age and adolescent children.
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CSD
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5483
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Language Assessment and Remediation in the Preschool Population
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 3313, CSD 4343 or Permission. The rationale, methods, and procedures for the modification of language disorders in preschool children.
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CSD
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5493
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Speech Perception
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 5413, CSD 5863 or Permission. Consideration of the theories and research findings related to the perception of normal speech and language.
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CSD
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5510
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Practicum in Communication Disorders
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1-15 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Nine (9) hours in area of communication disorders or Permission. May be repeated; maximum credit 15 hours.
Practice under supervision with children and adults with wide variety of communication disorders. Practicum experience may include: practicum in speech pathology; or practicum in audiology; or practicum in education of the deaf; or any combination of these.
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CSD
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5522
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Diagnostic Methods in Speech Pathology
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. The tests, methods, and procedures involved in the evaluation of speech and language disorders.
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CSD
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5523
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Diagnostic and Instructional Procedures in Speech Language Pathology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 4433, CSD 4343 or Permission. Introduction to the scientific method, interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, and transdisciplinary approaches to assessment, psychometrics, formal Vs informal testing, obtaining a clinical history, differential diagnosis, report writing, formulating basic and specific intervention goals, treatment efficacy, developing clinical skills, working with families, working within the professional community, multicultural issues.
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CSD
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5530
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Seminar in Communication Disorders
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1-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. May be repeated with change of subject matter; multiple enrollment within same term, maximum credit twelve hours. Study in depth of various aspects of communication disorders of particular interest to students.
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CSD
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5532
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Augmentative/Alternative Communication
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 3113 or Permission. Augmentative/alternative communication is designed specifically to assist students in the field of communication sciences and disorders in the integration of knowledge of human communication with the principles behind augmentative and alternative modes of communication and the technology available to implement these modes.
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CSD
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5540
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Seminar in Communication Science
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2-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. May be repeated with change of subject matter; maximum credit twelve hours. Discussion of specific areas of communication science, topics selected to meet needs and interests of students.
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Independent Study
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Discussion
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CSD
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5550
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Seminar in Professional Issues
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2-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. May be repeated with a change in subject matter; maximum credit twelve hours. The study of selected professional issues of interest to students.
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CSD
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5553
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Communication Disorders with Right Hemisphere Impairment/Traumatic Brain Injury
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 5453 or Permission. Functional neuroanatomy, connectionistic symptom/lesion principles, cognitive and linguistic symptomatologies, etiologies, prognostic factors, recovery profiles, differential diagnosis, concomitant disorders, report writing, rehabilitation goal task analyses, treatment principles and procedures, progress notes, treatment efficacy, ethical issues, interdisciplinary case management, case analyses.
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CSD
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5562
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Speech Rehab of Laryngectomized, Tracheotomized and Vents
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2 hrs.
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Ventilator-dependent patients. Speech pathology graduate students study how to provide clinically for the speech rehabilitation of individuals in two groups: alaryngeal and ventilator-dependent. Standard and experimental rehabilitation methods are studied in detail. Both the relevant literature and selected clinical case studies are reviewed.
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CSD
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5572
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Dysphagia
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2 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 3413, CSD 4343. Anatomic, physiologic, and developmental influences on swallowing and respiration, etiologies and components of the abnormal swallow, and dysphagia diagnosis and treatment. (Spring)
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CSD
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5583
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Sign Language I
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3 hrs.
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To introduce a nonverbal communication system to hearing students. The materials presented will be a combination of signed exact English (s.e.e.), signed English and American Sign Language (ASL).
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CSD
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5803
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Adult Aural Rehabilitation
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 3463, CSD 5813 or Permission. Study of the manifestations and implications of acquired hearing impairment on human communication; topics include auditory processing, social and psychological adjustment to hearing loss, impact of the aging process, rehabilitation protocols, assistive devices, and evaluation techniques.
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CSD
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5813
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Audiology I
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. Air-conduction and bone-conduction pure-tone audiometry, speech audiometry, masking, and immittance audiometry.
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CSD
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5823
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Hearing Aids I
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 5813 or Permission. Physical characteristics of hearing aids, hearing aid standards, ear-mold acoustics, selection of hearing aids, group amplification systems, alternative communication aids for the hearing impaired.
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CSD
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5830
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Instrumentation and Electroacoustics
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1-3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 6 hours. Electronic instruments and electroacoustic devices used in the communication disorders clinic or laboratory. May be repeated up to six hours with a change in content.
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CSD
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5833
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Hearing Aid II
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 5823. In depth study of theories and philosophies governing the candidacy for amplification, hearing aid fitting strategies, and modifications of hearing aids and earmolds. New circuit technology (adaptive compression, wide-dynamic-range-compression, programmable) will also be reviewed and examined.
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CSD
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5843
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Audiology II
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 5813. The history, rationale, methodology, and interpretation of behavioral auditory tests intended to aid in the determination of the site of lesion within the auditory system. Included are tests for functional (non-organic) loss, sensory Vs neural loss, and localization of lesions within the central auditory pathways.
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CSD
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5853
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Physiologic Measures I
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3 hrs.
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The focus of the course is on peripheral physiologic assessment of the auditory mechanism and will include discussion of the physical basis, instrumentation, and diagnostic use of immittance audiometry, Electrony-stagmography, electrocochleography, and otoacoustic emissions across the age span.
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CSD
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5863
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Hearing Science
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: Permission. Course content will include an in-dept review of: vibration, period, frequency, phase, wave equation, amplitude, RMS, pressure, intensity, decibels, complex sounds, fundamental frequency, audibility thresholds, temporal integration, simultaneous and temporal masking, critical bandwidth, binaural hearing, difference limens.
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CSD
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5872
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Electronystagmography
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2 hrs.
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Anatomy and applied neurophysiology of the vestibular system. Technique of recording nystagmus. The gaze, succade, tracking, optokinetic, positional, hallpike and bithermal caloric tests. Interpretation of test battery.
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CSD
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5873
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Pediatric Audiology
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 5813 or Permission. Study of the development of human auditory behavior; high risk registries; identification audiometry; the rationale and conduct of behavioral as well as physiological techniques of assessing the auditory function of young children; selection of hearing aids; and appropriate referral resources.
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CSD
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5960
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Directed Readings in Communication Disorders
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1-4 hrs.
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May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit 4 hours.
Provides opportunity for independent study through review of the literature in a particular area of interest under a selected professor. Approved for undergraduate and professional credit (Course ID 110132 CSD 5960 and Course ID 110133 CSD 8460).
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CSD
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5980
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Research for Master's Thesis
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1-4 hrs.
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May be repeated; maximum credit 99 hours.
Master's Thesis credit hours vary.
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CSD
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5990
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Special Studies in Communication Disorders
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1-4 hrs.
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Prerequisite: None. May be repeated with change of subject matter; multiple enrollment within same term, maximum credit twelve hours. Provides opportunity for independent study in a particular area of interest under a selected professor. Approved for undergraduate and professional credit (Course ID 110134 CSD 4490 and Course ID 110135 CSD 8490).
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CSD
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6413
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Advanced Neural Bases
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 4343 or the equivalent or permission of instructor. Extension of topics and issues covered in introductory courses on neural bases of human communication; in-depth treatment of all functional systems, with direct application to communication processes and behaviors; rules of neural organization and details of developmental and acquired neural dysfunction's as they relate to communication disorders.
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CSD
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6423
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Communication Neuroscience
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3 hrs.
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Prerequisites: CSD 6413 or the equivalent or permission of instructor. Overview of this new specialty designation; survey of techniques for assessing the three target areas-behavior, peripheral physics, and physiology, central anatomy and physiology (including brain imaging); review of principles for experimental design emphasizing coordinated test batteries; new approaches to models of human brain development and function.
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