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2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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MPAS 5310 Introduction to Disease
3 SCH. This course offers an introduction to human pathological processes and their effects on homeostasis across the lifespan as well as an introduction to infectious pathogens. The exploration of clinical pathophysiology will focus on interrelationships between organ systems affected by inflammatory, vascular, immunologic, neoplastic, genetic and infectious mechanisms. Assessment is conducted using written examinations.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5325 Physical Exam Skills with Lab
3 SCH. This course teaches the novice PA how to perform a complete physical examination on an adult patient. Learning experiences include lecture, laboratory, and small group activities, which are utilized to deliver the skills needed to successfully perform a thorough physical exam. The student will learn correct examination techniques, selected special physical exam maneuvers, interpretation and reporting of physical exam findings, and patient education relative to the physical exam. Emphasis is placed on recognizing normal findings, but selected abnormalities are also presented and discussed. This course also introduces the student to proper documentation of a physical exam using appropriate medical terminology. Assessment is conducted using written and practical examinations, assignments, and participation in laboratory sessions.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5360 Pediatric Medicine
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Pediatric Medicine. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5380 Musculoskeletal System
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Orthopedics and Rheumatology from the primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5401 Clinical Anatomy
4 SCH. This course facilitates the study of human anatomical structures, their function, and their relationship to selected disease processes with emphasis on the application of this knowledge to PA practice. Learning strategies utilized include lectures, group activities, team-based learning activities, laboratory-based studies, anatomical models, plastinated specimens, prosected cadavers, and anatomy software. Regional and topographical findings are correlated with the underlying structures. This course focuses on the anatomical relationships of organs and organ systems and how these relationships inform and influence diagnosis and patient management. Assessments are conducted using computer-based, written examinations, and lab practicals.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5450 Elective 2
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience in an area chosen by the student, according to the student’s individual clinical interest and approved by the Director of Clinical Education (or designee) for the PA program. Standardized educational objectives for this practicum must be satisfactorily achieved. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, completion of a written assignment covering course objectives, participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5451 Underserved Clinical Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the unique relationship between the primary care provider and the patient population in underserved settings. Students learn the aspects of providing care, as well as, the health care resources available in underserved communities. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5452 Elective 1
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical practice experience that allows the student to gain 4 additional weeks of practical experience in a specialty area of clinical practice. The practicum focuses on evaluation and ongoing management of patients with complex clinical problems pertaining to a specialty area. The student is anticipated to perform and/or assist with routine procedures conducted in the specialty area. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, completion of a written assignment and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5453 Elective 3
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience in an area chosen by the student, according to the student’s individual clinical interest and approved by the Director of Clinical Education (or designee) for the PA program. Standardized educational objectives for this practicum must be satisfactorily achieved. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, completion of a written assignment covering course objectives, participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
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MPAS 5454 Pediatrics Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the patient population that includes infants, small children and adolescents up to age 18. Students learn to evaluate, monitor and manage common pediatric problems and emergencies, and act as a guide and resource to patients and their families as they progress through the growth and development from infancy through childhood and adolescence. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5455 Clinical Practicum Elective 4
4 SCH. This a supervised clinical experience that allows the student to gain additional practical experience in a specialty area of clinical or surgical practice. The practicum focuses on the evaluation and ongoing management of patients with complex medical conditions pertaining to a medical or surgical specialty. The student is anticipated to perform and/or assist with routine procedures conducted in the specialty area. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluation, written assignments, participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Prerequisite: Must have been promoted from didactic phase of the program curriculum.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5456 Psychiatry Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the evaluation and management of patients with a variety of psychiatric problems. The practicum will provide the opportunity to develop an understanding of the role of PA’s, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and nurses in the care of psychiatric patients. Students develop the skills necessary to evaluate, monitor and manage common mental health problems. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5458 Women’s Health SCPE
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the impact of disease processes related to the reproductive system of female patients. Students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to evaluate, manage and educate patients in the areas of women’s health, human sexuality, birth control, infertility, pregnancy, pre and postnatal care, and menopause. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5459 Emergency Medicine Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to recognize conditions that have the potential to progress to life threatening or potentially disabling conditions. Students will learn to triage and stabilize patients with life threatening or potentially disabling conditions, utilize lab and imaging studies, and interact with other health care professionals and victims’ families in times of extreme stress. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5512 Human Physiology
5 SCH. This course is an advanced study of the physiology of human organs, systems, and cellular function. Basic knowledge of metabolism and nutrition is also included. This course will highlight physiological principles that apply to clinical medicine, disease processes, and pharmacotherapeutics. Learning strategies include didactic lectures which are supplemented with relevant clinical case discussion. Assessment is conducted using written examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5800 Placeholder Practicum
8 SCH. Placeholder Practicum is designed to hold the 8 SCH that PA Year 2’s will be enrolled in during their spring semester.
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MPAS 5853 Internal Medicine Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the adult patient population by concentrating on the evaluation and ongoing treatment of patients with complex medical problems and/or chronic illness. This practicum contains experiences in both the outpatient and inpatient setting for the discipline. The student will perform or assist in procedures commonly used in internal medicine. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5855 Family Medicine SCPE
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that encompasses the treatment of patients from pediatrics to geriatrics. It focuses on important aspects related to health maintenance and preventive care, and the traditional aspects of primary care as it relates to the patient, family and community. Students will develop the skills necessary to evaluate, monitor and manage common health problems. This course is designed for the student to demonstrate their cognitive ability while applying practical standards of care. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5857 Surgery Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the evaluation and management of the pre and post-surgical patient. Students gain experience in the operating room, including proper sterile technique, the efficient use of surgical instruments, and surgical techniques. This practicum contains experiences in general surgery and specialty surgery settings in outpatient and inpatient areas of the discipline. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5990 Physician Assistant Directed Studies
1-23 SCH. This course represents a unique classroom and/or laboratory-based learning experience designed with the needs of individual student in mind. It provides a student-centered alternative method to enhance or increase learning of subject(s) related to the study of health and disease. Course length and semester credit value vary based on content and schedule. Assessment varies according to subject matter.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5140 Seminar in Current Topics
1 SCH. Specialized weekly lectures on topics of current interest by students, faculty and/or invited speakers. May be repeated for credit.
Offered Fall, Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5140 Seminar in Current Topics
1 SCH. Specialized weekly lectures on topics of current interest by students, faculty and/or invited speakers. May be repeated for credit.
Offered Fall and Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5141 Current Topics in Ion Channels
1 SCH. Specialized weekly lectures on topics of current interest in ion channels by students and/or faculty.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5300 Cardiovascular Physiology
3 SCH. Designed to familiarize the student with current concepts in human cardiovascular function with an emphasis on the heart and circulation. Topics include hemodynamics and regional circulations, neural control of the heart and circulation, cardiac electrophysiology, molecular basis of myocardial contraction, myocardial metabolism & ischemia, and cardiac failure. Course format includes lectures and discussion of assigned material, student presentations, and examinations.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Fall- Even Years
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5302 Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Renal & Respiratory Systems
3 SCH. Focused examination of current preclinical and clinical research in the renal and respiratory systems. Examples of specific topics include: renal tubular transport mechanisms and their regulation, integrated renal and respiratory responses to acid-base disorders; mechanisms of inflammation-induced renal and pulmonary dysfunction; impact of exercise training on pulmonary function and its neural control. Course format includes lectures, student presentations of assigned reading drawn from the current literature. Grades will be assigned based on class participation, performance on mid-term and final examinations, and an NIH-style grant application relevant to the renal and/or respiratory systems.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5304 Molecular Genetics of Cardiac & Vascular Disease
3 SCH. Advanced in-depth study of the molecular biology and genetics of both normal and disease state cardiovascular functions. Emphasis is to be placed on the genetics behind disease state etiologies. A thorough review of all new genetic and molecular techniques developed to explore disease state physiology will be presented. Course format includes: lectures, student presentations, term paper, and examinations.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Spring- Odd Years
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5330 Structural Anatomy of the Human Reproductive System
3 SCH. This course is designed to familiarize the student with the gross and microscopic structures of the human reproductive system. Lecture materials on the gross and histological morphology of the organs and structures associated with the human reproductive system will be supported by detailed dissections of those structures in human cadavers. Completion of a mentor-directed research project utilizing knowledge of the reproductive system and dissection skills acquired in the laboratory is required. This course requires prior approval from course director.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5332 Structural Anatomy of the Cardiopulmonary System
2 SCH. This course is designed to familiarize the student with the gross and microscopic structures of the human cardiopulmonary system. Lecture materials on the gross and histological morphology of the organs and structures associated with the human cardiopulmonary system will be supported by detailed dissections of those structures in human cadavers. Completion of a mentor-directed research project utilizing knowledge of the cardiopulmonary system and dissection skills acquired in the laboratory is required. This course requires prior approval from course director.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5334 Structural Anatomy of the Human Digestive and Renal Systems
3 SCH. This course is designed to familiarize the student with the gross and microscopic structures of the human digestive system. Lecture materials on the gross and histological morphology of the organs and structures associated with the human digestive system will be supported by detailed dissections of those structures in human cadavers. Completion of a mentor-directed research project utilizing knowledge of the digestive system and dissection skills acquired in the laboratory is required. Requires prior approval from course director.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5390 Special Problems
1-3 SCH. For students capable of developing a problem independently through conferences and activities directed by the instructor. Problem chosen by the student with the consent of the instructor and department. May be repeated for credit.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5391 Special Problems 2
1-3 SCH. For students capable of developing a problem independently through conferences and activities directed by the instructor. Problem chosen by the student with the consent of the instructor and department. May be repeated for credit.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5400 Histology
2 SCH. A study of the histological structures of the human body, including brief overviews of gross anatomy to provide context. Lecture material examines basic tissues and organ systems including the Musculoskeletal System, Cardiorespiratory System, Gastrointestinal System, Renal System, and Reproductive System. The Structural Anatomy: Histology course consists of interactive lectures. In the lecture sessions, information will be presented at a level that will support basic working concepts of structure and function. You will learn the basic “language” of anatomy and histology as you discuss your observations. More importantly, you will develop the ability of observation and reasoning from that observation to make a conclusion. Examinations are the primary form of assessment, consisting in both written and image exams. Prerequisites: BMSC 6301, 6302, plus two of the following: BMSC 6303, 6304 and 6305 or enrollment in the Medical Sciences discipline.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5401 Gross Anatomy
5 SCH. A study of the gross morphological structures of the human body, building on basic information presented in CBAN 5400. Anatomical material is organized by systems; this course pursues an in-depth study of the Musculoskeltal, Cardiopulmonay, Gastrointestinal, and Genitourinary Systems. Laboratory activities will require students to study cadaveric specimens Noof the limbs, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, and perineum. Both lecture and laboratory sessions will emphasize clinical significance. The course lays a foundation of anatomical knowledge, which is central to a complete understanding of human biology and accurate clinical diagnosis. Assessments are based on preparation outside of class, laboratory activities, quizzes, written exams, and laboratory practical exams. Prerequisites: BMSC 6201, 6202, 6203, and 6204 or enrollment in the Medical Sciences discipline.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5630 Structural Neuroscience
2 SCH. A complete study of the structure and function of the human nervous system utilizing basic principles of neuroanatomy, neurohistology, and neurophysiology. Laboratory activities will require students to participate in gross dissections of the head, neck, brain and spinal cord. This integrated approach will provide the student with a fundamental understanding of the basic concepts of neuroscience. The course will consist of both lectures and labs related to the functioning of the normal and diseased nervous system. Requires prior approval from course director.
Prerequisite: Completion of SARS 5401.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6000 Teaching Practicum
1 SCH. Students learn teaching skills by writing learning objectives, then preparing and presenting a didactic lecture several times during the course. Topics to be developed with the instructor(s). Students will receive feedback on their presentations style from faculty and from peers.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Fall, Spring and Summer
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6100 Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Practicum
2 SCH. Students acquire hand-on gross anatomy laboratory teaching experience and assessment of their teaching abilities.
Prerequisite: Students must complete SARS 5401 and/or SARS 5630, 5332, 5334, 5330 and/or DPHT 7400 and DPHT 7200 and/or MPAS 5401 and MPAS 5208 or obtain permission from the instructor.
Offered Fall, Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6150 Anatomy Journal Club
1 SCH. Course format consists of presentations of current research articles in anatomy and related fields by both faculty and students.
Offered Fall, Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6200 Culture, Teaching and Learning
2 SCH. This course examines cultural and psychosocial issues of special populations in health care with emphasis in physical therapy. Cultural and psychosocial variables are examined in relation to patient/client’s beliefs, attitudes, disease/injury, ethnicity, homelessness, traditions, empowerment, and partnership.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6201 Advanced Clinical Diagnostic Testing and Imaging
2 SCH. This course discusses the basic principles, purpose and process of imaging analysis applied to patient/client management in physical therapy practice. Basic interpretation methods of assessing radiographic imaging and application of findings to physical therapy examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and interventions are included. Additionally, the ability to demonstrate clinical judgment and recognize diagnostic imaging findings that trigger a medical referral are emphasized.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6202 Health Promotion
2 SCH. This course emphasizes discussion and application of elements of health and wellness during the process of examination, evaluation and intervention. Elements of physical activity, nutrition, medical/complimentary strategies, behaviors/risk factors modification are included. The national strategy for improving American health is discussed in context of expanding physical therapists’ roles in health promotion through teaching and learning strategies to help patients/clients redesign their lifestyle.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6203 Heart Diseases
2 SCH. This course examines the core principles of physiological functions of the human body. The course focuses on basic mechanisms and integrated concepts of neural function, regulatory mechanisms, acid-base regulation, metabolism, and the role of inflammation and oxidative mechanisms of pathophysiology. It will also introduce 1) relevant methods of investigation of the concepts studied and 2) related experimental design principles.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6200, 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6300 Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology
3 SCH. This course is an integrated study of applied anatomy, kinesiology, and biomechanics as they are related specifically to the analysis of human movement. Emphasis is placed on observational skills as well as an integrated understanding of muscle function and resultant musculoskeletal movements.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6301 Integrated Control of Movement
3 SCH. This course addresses the multidisciplinary areas of neuroscience, biomechanics, psychology and other disciplines. The emphasis of this course is analyzing information from evidence-based research to understand movement patterns and implications for therapeutic interventions. Laboratory practice highlights tests and measures that characterize or quantify posture, gait, locomotion, balance, and the initiation, modification and control of movement patters during motor learning. Mechanisms of neural plasticity and their impact on patient’s/client’s recovery of function are also addressed.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6302 Applied Exercise Physiology
3 SCH. This course concentrates on physiological and biochemical responses occurring in various body systems with exercise/activity in health individuals and individuals with diseases/disorders. Neural, muscular, cardiovascular and pulmonary adaptations to regular exercise of various types are discussed. Factors that influence the response to exercise such as age, sex and environment are discussed. Principles of exercise testing and prescription are addressed for healthy individuals as well as patients in rehabilitation using exercise as a preventative and/or intervention tool.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6303 Development and Geriatrics
3 SCH. This course follows sequential human development from neonate through geriatric, as applied to physical, cognitive and psychosocial changes observed in physical therapy practice. Special emphasis is on physical therapy examination and evaluation of gross motor skills in children and older adults. Neuromusculoskeletal changes are analyzed to determine the rate of change and patterns of development. Theories of normal and pathological aging are discussed as well as integration of physical, psychosocial and social issues of aging in physical therapy practice. Stages of development are also related to patient’s/client’s teaching and learning strategies for parents of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, adolescents, and respectively young, middle and old adults.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6304 Pathophysiology I
3 SCH. This course is the first of a two-part series to cover basic pathophysiology including the following: nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, gastrointestinal, metabolic, reproductive and endocrine systems.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6305 Pathophysiology II
3 SCH. This course is the second of a two-part series to provide a foundation in understanding the medications used across the lifespan to treat a variety of diagnoses commonly seen in clinical practice. Emphasis will be on anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxants, musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary pharmacotherapy in relation to adverse clinical relations. Additionally, this course introduces pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics principles, potential drug interactions seen in patients/clients receiving physical therapy and integrates these principles with common pathologies.
Prerequisite: Pathophysiology I (PHAN 6304)
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6307 Principles of Movement and Motor Control
4 SCH. Course consists of sixty (60) hours scheduled over a 12 week period. This course addresses the multidisciplinary areas of neuroscience, motor control, psychology and aging. The emphasis of this course is analyzing information from evidence-based research to understand movement patterns and implications for therapeutic interventions. The course presents principles of human development for movement production from neonate through geriatric, as applied to physical, cognitive and psychosocial changes observed in movement control. Special emphasis is on examination and evaluation of gross motor skills in children and older adults, healthy and with specific pathologies that impact movement production and control. Neuromusculoskeletal changes are analyzed to determine the rate of change and patterns of development. Theories of normal and pathological aging are discussed as well as integration of physical, psychosocial and social issues of aging. Stages of development are also related to patients¿ motor learning strategies across the lifespan from infants to seniors. The course highlights current research tools, tests and measures that characterize or quantify posture, gait, locomotion, balance, and the initiation, modification and control of movement patterns during motor learning. Mechanisms of neural plasticity and their impact on patients¿ recovery of function are also addressed.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6308 Applied Biomechanics
2 SCH. This course addresses the multidisciplinary areas of biomechanics, neuroscience, motor control, psychology and aging. The emphasis of this course is analyzing information from evidence-based research to understand movement patterns and biomechanic implications for therapeutic interventions. The course aims to teach how to analyze and interpret data collection in the Human Motion Performance Lab. The project entails use of motion capture and virtual reality equipment. Students will learn to understand biomechanics terminology, kinematics, and kinetics.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6320 Advances in Cardiovascular Physiology
3 SCH. Directed, in-depth study of current research literature with emphasis on the heart. Oral reports and written reviews are required.
Prerequisite: Student must have completed CVMD 5300.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6330 Myocardial Metabolism: Concepts and Controversies
3 SCH. Comprehensive survey of current scientific issues related to heart muscle metabolism and function. Specific topics include control of myocardial substrate metabolism and fuel selection; ATP synthesis, intracellular transport, and utilization; myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury; cardiac stunning and hibernation; mechanisms of cardiac cell death and cardioprotection; free radical biochemistry in the heart. Course format includes lectures, student presentations, term paper, and examinations.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Spring- Odd Years
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6340 Structural and Developmental Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal/Skin System
4 SCH. This course id designed to familiarize the student with the gross and microscopic structures of the human musculoskeletal/skin system. Specific areas of the human body studied in the course include: back, upper limbs, lower limbs, head and neck. Lecture materials on the gross and histological morphology of human muscles and skin and associated bones, nerves, arteries, veins, ligaments and tendons will be supported by detailed dissections of those structures on human cadavers. Common clinical issues associated with the musculoskeletal system will be covered. Completion of a mentor-directed project utilizing knowledge of musculoskeletal/skin system and dissection skills acquired in the laboratory is required. Requires prior approval from course director.
Prerequisite: Completion of SARS 5401.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6350 Integrative Physiology of Skeletal Muscle
3 SCH. This course will provide an in-depth examination of the fundamental physiology of neuromuscular function, current pre-clinical and clinical research into the skeletal muscle’s metabolic and hormonal role in combating the metabolic syndrome; Type II diabetes and inflammation. Examples of specific topics include: Skeletal muscle structure and its neuromuscular junction; electrophysiology and neuromuscular transmission, metabolic responses to acute exercise; contraction and adaptation to acute exercise; exercise training-induced myoplastic and metabolic adaptations; exercise training and its neural control of the circulation; fatigue and disuse atrophy; skeletal muscle as an endocrine organ and its involvement in Type II diabetes.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6360 Cardiovascular Regulation During Exercise
3 SCH. The course will provide an integrative physiological basis of blood pressure regulation during exercise. The mechanisms to be discussed include “Central Command” and the “exercising muscle pressor reflex” and their integration with basic hemodynamic responses to exercise. Course format includes lectures, student presentations, term paper, and examinations.
Offered Summer- Even Years
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6370 Advanced Endocrine Physiology
3 SCH. An interactive survey of modern endocrinology presented largely from the current primary literature. The scope will focus on mechanisms and will extend from molecular biology (hormone interactions with genes, receptors, ion channels, second messengers, etc.) to systematic control (feedback, secretion, distribution, metabolic clearance rate, etc.) Broad topic areas discussed will be determined in part by class interests.
Offered Fall- Odd Years
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6380 Neurohumoral Control of Autonomic Function
3 SCH. This course considers mechanisms for nervous system regulation of cardiovascular function with special consideration of current developments in integration of function. Students must have completed GSBS core courses and permission of the instructor is required.
Offered Fall- Even Years
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6385 Current Topics in Physiology
1-3 SCH. Survey of literature, oral presentations and written reports.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6390 Special Problems
1-3 SCH. For Doctoral students capable of developing a problem independently through conferences and activities directed by the instructor. Problem chosen by the student with the consent of the instructor. May be repeated for credit. Offered each semester.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6391 Special Problems 2
1-3 SCH. For Doctoral students capable of developing a problem independently through conferences and activities directed by the instructor. Problem chosen by the student with the consent of the instructor. May be repeated for credit. Offered each semester.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6400 Physiology of Health and Disease
4 SCH. This course examines the core principles of physiological functions of the human body. The course focuses on basic mechanisms and integrated concepts of neural function, regulatory mechanisms, acid-base regulation, metabolism, and the role of inflammation and oxidative mechanisms of pathophysiology. It will also introduce 1) relevant methods of investigation of the concepts studied and 2) related experimental design principles.
Offered Student must complete BMSC 6200, 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6500 Integrative Physiology
5 SCH. This course examines the function of the human body with an emphasis on integrative physiology of human organ systems.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6501 Neuromuscular Physiology
1 SCH. This course examines the function of the neuromuscular systems in the human body with an emphasis on integrative physiology of human organ systems.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6502 Endocrine Physiology
2 SCH. This course examines the function of the Endocrine System in the human body with an emphasis on endocrine physiology.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6503 Cardiopulmonary Physiology
2 SCH. This course examines the function of the Endocrine System in the human body with an emphasis on cardiovascular and pulmonary physiology.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 6504 Gastrointestinal-Renal Physiology
1 SCH. This course examines the function of the gastrointestinal and renal organ systems of the human body with an emphasis on integrative physiology of human organ systems.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAR 7105 Leading Change in Pharmacy
2 SCH. The pharmacy leadership elective course will offer an opportunity for students to learn about leadership styles and attributes and their application. Students will read popular leadership books and engage in reflection and other learning activities focused on the content of these books. Topics will range in areas emphasizing self-exploration of personal leadership traits to issues related to organizational leadership. Discussions with leaders in pharmacy and the community will be utilized to provide different perspectives and experiences from which the students can learn. A leadership project will be designed by students in the course for application of their leadership skills.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAR 7116 Clinical Case Discussions 1
1 SCH. A series of courses designed to develop, foster and improve problem-solving, team building, critical thinking, self-directed learning and interpersonal skills centered on introductory concepts in patient care. Included is a strong emphasis on professional values and behaviors, attitudes, interprofessional experiences, and cultural competence. Team-based learning formats are utilized.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAR 7122 Pharmacy-Based Medication Therapy Management Program
1 SCH. PHAR 7122 is a 1-credit hour course that is intended to help pharmacy students earn a medication therapy management (MTM) certificate, such as the one offered by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA). It includes pre-reading from current literature, a 8-hour program and a skills assessment.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the first year pharmacy curriculum or equivalent curriculum.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
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PHAR 7125 Pharmacy-Based Point-of-Care Testing Elective
1 SCH. PHAR 7125 is a 1-credit hour course that is intended to help pharmacy students earn a point-of-care (POC) testing certificate, such as the one offered by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores. It includes pre-reading from current literature and governmental agencies, a 4-hour program and a skills assessment. Students will learn how to perform four types of specimen collection (oral swab, nasal swab, throat swab and finger stick); the legal and management issues associated with point-of-care testing and follow-up care; and using infectious disease models, will learn to assess patients, evaluate vital signs and physical findings to determine if POC testing is appropriate.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the first year pharmacy curriculum or equivalent curriculum.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Pass/No Pass
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PHAR 7126 Clinical Case Discussions 2
1 SCH. Problem solving, team building, critical thinking, self-directed learning and interpersonal skills centered on introductory concepts in patient care. Included is a strong emphasis on professional values and behaviors, attitudes, interprofessional experiences, and cultural competence. Team-based learning formats are utilized.
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7130 IPPE Foundations of Patient Care I
1 SCH. PHAR 7130 is a 1 credit hour course which encompasses service learning experiences, participation in the interprofessional SAGE (Senior Assisting Geriatric Education) program, and training in the Patient Care Process.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of PY1 courses and PHAR 7229
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7136 Integrated Pharmacy Recitation Laboratory 1
1 SCH. A course that is designed to develop, foster and improve problem solving, team building, critical thinking, self-directed learning and interpersonal skills. Clinical patient cases are used to integrate the relevant pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology and pharmacotherapy with social/behavioral pharmacy principles involved in the treatment of a variety of diseases in a variety of patients. Case discussions involve material being presented in the Integrated Pharmacotherapy sequence and include a strong emphasis on professional values and behaviors, attitudes, interprofessional experiences, and cultural competence. Team-based learning formats are utilized.
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7137 Skills Lab 3
2 SCH. A continuation of the Skills Lab sequence concentrating on pharmacy calculations and sterile compounding.
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7140 IPPE Foundations of Patient Care II
1 SCH. PHAR 7140 is a 1 credit hour course that encompasses service learning experiences, participation in the interprofessional SAGE (Seniors Assisting Geriatric Education) program, and training in the Patient Care Process
Prerequisite: PHAR 7130
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7146 Integrated Pharmacy Recitation Laboratory 2
1 SCH. A course that is designed to develop, foster and improve problem solving, team building, critical thinking, self-directed learning and interpersonal skills. Clinical patient cases are used to integrate the relevant pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology and pharmacotherapy with social/behavioral pharmacy principles involved in the treatment of a variety of diseases in a variety of patients. Case discussions involve material being presented in the Integrated Pharmacotherapy sequence and include a strong emphasis on professional values and behaviors, attitudes, interprofessional experiences, and cultural competence. Team-based learning formats are utilized.
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7147 Pharmacy Practice Skills Laboratory 4
1 SCH. A continuation of the Skills Lab sequence concentrating on drug literature evaluation and the incorporation of evidenced based guidelines into practice.
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7155 Professional and Personal Wellness and Development
1 SCH. The overall goal of the course is to contribute to preparing students to achieve the professional competencies and outcomes expected for a pharmacist, as outlined by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). Topics surrounding professional development, self-management, and personal wellness concepts will be explored in this course via a blend of didactic teaching, workshops, and online modules.
Prerequisite: Pharmacy Year 2 or Pharmacy Year 3 professional standing
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7156 Integrated Pharmacy Recitation Laboratory 3
1 SCH. A course that is designed to develop, foster and improve problem solving, team building, critical thinking, self-directed learning and interpersonal skills. Clinical patient cases are used to integrate the relevant pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology and pharmacotherapy with social/behavioral pharmacy principles involved in the treatment of a variety of diseases in a variety of patients. Case discussions involve material being presented in the Integrated Pharmacotherapy sequence and include a strong emphasis on professional values and behaviors, attitudes, interprofessional experiences, and cultural competence. Team-based learning formats are utilized.
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7166 Integrated Pharmacy Recitation Laboratory 4
1 SCH. A course that is designed to develop, foster and improve problem solving, team building, critical thinking, self-directed learning and interpersonal skills. Clinical patient cases are used to integrate the relevant pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology and pharmacotherapy with social/behavioral pharmacy principles involved in the treatment of a variety of diseases in a variety of patients. Case discussions involve material being presented in the Integrated Pharmacotherapy sequence and include a strong emphasis on professional values and behaviors, attitudes, interprofessional experiences, and cultural competence. Team-based learning formats are utilized.
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7201 Pharmacy Informatics
2 SCH. Health Information technology (HIT) is an integral part of the healthcare system and is expected to continue to grow at a rapid pace. It creates new opportunities to improve patient safety and optimize patient care. This course provides a foundation of concepts central and peripheral to HIT that will enhance student’s knowledge of and ability to incorporate HIT in pharmacy practice. Topics covered in this course will span clinical decision support, dispensing technologies and electronic health records.
Prerequisite: 3rd professional year standing
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7202 Independent Topics in Pharmaceutical Sciences
2 SCH. This course reviews and emphasizes current research in foundational sciences in pharmacy. Under the supervision of faculty members, students are required to participate in presentations and discussion of current articles.
Offered Spring
Pass/No Pass
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PHAR 7204 Advanced Diabetes Care
2 SCH. Exposes students to advanced concepts and skills for the comprehensive management of diabetes. The integration of pathophysiology, pharmacotherapy, behavioral changes, and lifestyle modifications is emphasized through application activities to provide a “hands on” approach beyond what is offered in current curriculum. This course is partially comprised by the certificate training program The Pharmacist and Patient-Centered Diabetes Care offered by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA).
Prerequisite: 2nd or 3rd year professional standing
Offered Summer
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PHAR 7205 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Health and Practice Issues
2 SCH. This course will provide students with the opportunity to learn advanced skills in the provision of pharmaceutical care to the LGBT persons in a variety of practice settings. This course will involve advanced discussions of the social, economic, and ethical issues associated with the care, as well as the pathophysiology, pharmacotherapy, and management of the common medical conditions that occur in the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender men and women.
Prerequisite: Completion of 1st professional year.
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7206 Issues in Geriatric Care
2 SCH. This course will provide students with the opportunity to develop enhanced skills in the provision of pharmaceutical care to the elderly population in a variety of practice settings including allowing students the opportunity to engage in medication review and counseling for geriatric patients. This course will involve advanced discussion of the social, economic, and ethical issues of aging, as well as the pathophysiology, pharmacotherapy, and management of common medical conditions in the geriatric population.
Prerequisite: Completion of 1st professional year.
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7217 Pharmacy Practice Skills Laboratory 1
2 SCH. A continuation of the Skills Lab sequence concentrating on pharmacy calculations, extemporaneous compounding and patient education.
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7227 Pharmacy Practice Skills Laboratory 2
2 SCH. The first in a series of laboratories designed to teach and reinforce various skills, attitudes, behaviors and values needed for pharmacy practice. Included are principles of patient assessment, pharmacy calculations and the Top 200 Drugs. Includes some interprofessional experiences.
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7228 Patient Advocacy Across Cultures
2 SCH. The course will be a series of pre-work assignments and didactic class sessions. The course will emphasize concepts of cultural competence, communication, and application to lifestyle health focused patient cases. Students will work either independently or in groups to build their knowledge, skills, and abilities as a patient advocate.
Prerequisite: Current standing as a professional year 2 or 3 student
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7229 Community Pharmacy Operations and Practice
2 SCH. Students are introduced to community pharmacy practice during this rotation. Objectives are listed in Table 14-2. Some of these are described in the APhA Community Preceptor Education Program publication.
Offered Summer
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PHAR 7232 Principles of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacology
2 SCH. The pre-requisite principles needed for the integrated pharmacotherapy sequence including terminology, chemical properties influencing ADME, pharmacophores, SAR, receptor theory, drug receptor and transporter interactions, mechanisms of action, dose-response and time-response relationships, and drug discovery and development.
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7234 Integrated Pharmacotherapy: Dermatology, Ears/Eyes/Nose/Throat
2 SCH. This course will provide students with the opportunity to learn about pathophysiology, pharmacotherapy, medicinal chemistry, and pharmacology of disorders related to dermatology and ears/eyes/nose/throat. The course will contain a mixture of lecture-based didactic teaching and active student learning.
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7249 Hospital Practice
2 SCH. Students are introduced to hospital pharmacy operations and practice during this rotation. Students will be assigned to a hospital practice site, where they will participate in pharmacy operations and clinical pharmacy practice. This course fulfills part of the Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) portion of the curriculum.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of fall and spring second year courses.
Offered Summer
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PHAR 7250 Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience: Patient Care Process
2 SCH. This course encompasses the integration and application of a student’s knowledge, skills, and abilities to identify and resolve medication-related problems for increasing complex patients in either the community, ambulatory or inpatient settings. Additionally, students will be able to identify and critically evaluate available medical literature about specific medication-related topic via a literature review. Students will demonstrate their clinical competency and communication skills via a Capstone OSCE. This course also encompasses advanced cardiac life support training with significant interprofessional and interpersonal interactions.
Prerequisite: Completion of Year 2 of the pharmacy curriculum
Offered Fall and Spring
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PHAR 7260 Post-Graduate Preparatory Seminar
2 SCH. This course will assist students in developing skills and materials needed to secure a position in a post-graduate training program. To meet course learning outcomes, students will participate in small group discussions, complete in-class activities, and develop and refine professional portfolio materials. Evaluation of student performance will be based on attendance, class session participation, and activity-specific rubrics.
Prerequisite: Student must complete professional year 2 of Pharmacy curriculum.
Offered Spring
Pass/No Pass
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PHAR 7262 Integrated Pharmacotherapy: MS Connective Tissue Dx
2 SCH. A continuation of 7534 concentrating on diseases affecting the musculo-skeletal system and connective tissues.
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7263 Integrated Pharmacotherapy: Special Populations
2 SCH. A continuation of 7534 concentrating on pharmacotherapy issues in special populations i.e. pediatric, geriatric, obese etc. patients.
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7264 Integrated Pharmacotherapy 10: Critical Care
2 SCH. A continuation of 7534 concentrating on the pharmacotherapy of critically ill patients.
Offered Spring
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PHAR 7310 Comprehensive Reviews of FDA Approved New Drugs
3 SCH. This elective course provides PharmD students the opportunity to participate in comprehensive review of FDA-approved new drugs and to gain a broad understanding of how new drugs are discovered, developed, approved and used in clinics. A seminar/presentation describing their drug review outcomes is the capstone. Students from other healthcare professions (DO, MD, MS, PhD, etc.) are also welcome to enroll in this course.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the first year pharmacy curriculum or equivalent curriculum.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
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PHAR 7311 Adv CV Pharmacotherapy
3 SCH. PHAR 7311 is a 3 credit hour course covering advanced cardiovascular disease pharmacotherapy such as heart failure, acute coronary syndromes, arrhythmias, etc. The course is a blend of didactic teaching and student led projects and will further explore concepts from Cardiovascular Integrated Pharmacotherapy. Course topics will include both acute and chronic management, however, inpatient cardiovascular disease management will be emphasized. Approximately 2 hours a week will be spent in class and 1 hour will be spent on assignments such as a journal club and presentation.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the P2 year
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7312 Advanced Compounding; Human and Veterinary Opportunities
3 SCH. This course will cover advanced non-sterile compounding opportunities for humans and veterinary patients. The course will employ a hybrid of distance learning activities, lecture, and lab. Students will learn useful techniques, product preparation, packaging, dispensing, drug monograph, and patient counseling. Guest lectures from the compounding pharmacist community, veterinarians, ranches, or wildlife parks will be invited.
Prerequisite: Completion of Skills Lab 1 and 2
Offered Fall
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PHAR 7313 Pharmaceutics 1
3 SCH. An introduction to dosage forms and their physiochemical properties to optimize stability, absorption and distribution to target tissues. Includes solubility, crystalline and amorphous solids, oral drug delivery systems, dissolution versus disintegration, drug solutions and drug solids, polymers and macromolecules, emulsions and suspensions, micelles, colloids, and excipients.
Offered Fall
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