Department of Biomedical Sciences.

Additional course listings may be found in the course descriptions for Toxicology and Veterinary Medicine.

BIOM*2000 Concepts of Physiology F,W(3-0) [0.50]

An introductory course covering the fundamental integrative aspects of human physiology. The basic physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, nervous, endocrine, renal and reproductive systems will be discussed. This course is not open to students in the B.SC. program specializing in the biological sciences.

Restriction(s): ANSC*3080, BIOM*3050, BIOM*3080, BIOM*3100, HK*3940, PSGY*2210, PSGY*3050, PSGY*3280, ZOO*3190, ZOO*3200, ZOO*3210

BIOM*3000 Mammalian Neuroanatomy W(3-2) [0.50]

The basic organization of the mammalian nervous system. Includes 3 dimensional examination and dissection of the spinal cord, brain stem, cerebellum and cerebral hemispheres and study of serial sections. Emphasis is on the morphological basis of function. (Offered in even-numbered years.)

Prerequisite(s): 1 of BIOL*1040, PSYC*2410, equivalent

BIOM*3010 Laboratory Animal Anatomy F(2-3) [0.50]

The anatomy of common laboratory animals including primates. Emphasis is placed on similarities of the basic mammalian plan. Functional differences are considered. An introduction to avian anatomy is included.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL*1040 or ZOO*1020

BIOM*3030 Biomedical Histology F(3-4) [0.75]

This histology course is designed for students with interests in Bio-Medical Sciences and Toxicology. Basic tissue types and major organ systems, will be examined focusing on structural/functional relationships. Human and common experimental mammals will be emphasized.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL*2210, CHEM*2580

BIOM*3040 Medical Embryology W(2-3) [0.50]

The patterns and principles of fertilization and normal embryonic and fetal development of mammalian organ systems are covered with a focus on the medical implications. The teratology of structural and functional prenatal anomalies in development is mentioned. Designed for students pursuing Biomedical Sciences, Medical Toxicology and students interested in Human or Veterinary Medicine.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL*1040 (an anatomy course is recommended)

Restriction(s): ANAT*3210

BIOM*3090 Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology W(3-0) [0.50]

This course will introduce students to the basic principles of pharmacology and toxicology. Topics to be covered include receptor mechanisms, kinetics and the actions of drugs and toxins at the cellular, organ and organism level.

Prerequisite(s): CHEM*2580, (BIOM*3100 or HK*3940)

Co-requisite(s): if BIOM*3100 taken, BIOM*3110 and BIOM*3120

BIOM*3100 Mammalian Physiology I F(3-0) [0.50]

The first part of a two-semester sequence. A series of lectures concerning the normal functioning of the body treating in a detailed manner the physiology of the nervous, endocrine, and reproductive systems.

Prerequisite(s): CHEM*2580

Restriction(s): BIOM*3050, PSGY*3050

BIOM*3110 Mammalian Physiology II W(3-0) [0.50]

This second lecture course in mammalian physiology deals with the cardiovascular and digestive systems and with homeostasis as reflected in respiratory and renal function.

Prerequisite(s): 1 of BIOM*3050, BIOM*3100, PSGY*3050, permission of the instructor

BIOM*3120 Laboratory Exercises in Mammalian Physiology W(0-3) [0.25]

A series of laboratory exercises in which the students measure cardiovascular, neuromuscular and respiratory parameters on themselves using a computer based acquisition system. These exercises complement the lectures in BIOM*3100, BIOM*3110, and HK*3940.

Prerequisite(s): BIOM*3100 or HK*3940

Co-requisite(s): BIOM*3110 if BIOM*3110 has not been taken previously or BIOM*3940 previously

BIOM*4010 Teratology F(2-3) [0.50]

The principles and practices of the study and analysis of birth defects in individuals and populations will be examined through lectures, lab projects and seminars. An on-going theme is the medical, social and moral/ethical impact of birth defects and testing for teratogenic safety.

Prerequisite(s): (1 of ANAT*3070, BIOM*3010, HK*3401/2, HK*4951/2, ZOO*2090), (1 of ANAT*3210, ZOO*4440, BIOM*3040), [1 of HK*3940, BIOM*3070, (BIOM*3110, BIOM*3120)]

BIOM*4020 Physiology of Digestion F(3-1) [0.50]

A comparative study of the function and control of the mammalian digestive system with an emphasis on domestic species and on the human. (Offered in even-numbered years.)

Prerequisite(s): 1 of BIOM*3110, HK*3940, ZOO*3210, or permission of instructor

BIOM*4030 Endocrine Physiology W(3-0) [0.50]

The endocrine integration of physiological and biochemical processes in mammalian organs and body systems. The emphasis will be on the biochemical function of hormones and physiological events occurring in response to homeostatic demands such as starvation, stress, thirst, temperature fluctuation, and mineral imbalance.

Prerequisite(s): 1 of BIOM*3110, CHEM*2580, HK*3940, permission of instructor

Restriction(s): PSGY*4020

BIOM*4041 Mammalian Reproductive Biology F(2-2) [0.50]

First part of the two-semester course BIOM*4041/2. Refer to BIOM*4041/2 for course description.

Prerequisite(s): (1 of ANAT*3070, BIOM*3010, HK*2952, HK*3401/2, HK*4951/2, ZOO*2090), (1 of ANAT*3230, BIOM*3030, ZOO*3000), (BIOM*3110, BIOM*3120 or permission of instructor)

BIOM*4041/2 Mammalian Reproductive Biology F/W(2-2) [1.00]

This multidisciplinary course examines medically significant aspects of mammalian reproduction in detail. The pre-clinical medical disciplines will provide the basis for the analysis of key reproductive processes which will be presented in the context of modern techniques of reproductive manipulation and the ethical problems they pose. This is a two-semester course offered over consecutive semesters. When you select it you must select BIOM*4041 in the Fall semester and BIOM*4042 in the Winter semester. A grade will not be assigned to BIOM*4041 until BIOM*4042 has been completed.

Prerequisite(s): (1 of ANAT*3070, BIOM*3010, HK*2952, HK*3401/2, HK*4951/2, ZOO*2090), (1 of ANAT*3230, BIOM*3030, ZOO*3000), (BIOM*3110, BIOM*3120 or permission of instructor)

BIOM*4042 Mammalian Reproductive Biology W(2-2) [0.50]

Second part of the two-semester course BIOM*4041/2. Refer to BIOM*4041/2 for course description.

Prerequisite(s): BIOM*4041

BIOM*4050 Physiology of Aging F(3-0) [0.50]

Aging is accompanied by alterations in the physiological and biochemical functioning of body organ systems. The relationship between aging and the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestion/nutrition and reproductive systems will be discussed as will homeostatic functions associated with bone metabolism and fluid balance.

Prerequisite(s): 1 of BIOM*2000, BIOM*3110, HK*3940, PSGY*2210, permission of instructor

BIOM*4090 Pharmacology F(3-0) [0.50]

A lecture and seminar course which will emphasize the actions, uses and toxicities of drugs on various body systems in humans and animals.

Prerequisite(s): BIOM*3090 or PHRM*3020

BIOM*4500 Research in Biomedical Sciences I S,F,W(0-6) [0.50]

Independent theoretical and/or practical research of a current topic in any of the biomedical sciences (such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, toxicology, genetics, biochemistry). Approval of the departmental course coordinator is required before course selection.

Prerequisite(s): 14.00 credits

BIOM*4510 Research in Biomedical Sciences II S,F,W(0-12) [1.00]

Independent research of a current topic in any of the biomedical sciences (such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, toxicology, genetics, biochemistry). Approval of the departmental course coordinator is required.

Prerequisite(s): 14.00 credits

Restriction(s): BIOM*4511:2

BIOM*4521 Research in Biomedical Sciences II S,F,W(0-6) [0.50]

First part of the two-semester course BIOM*4521/2. Refer to BIOM*4521/2 for course description.

Prerequisite(s): 14.00 credits

Restriction(s): BIOM*4510

BIOM*4521/2 Research in Biomedical Sciences II S/F,F/W,W/S(0-6) [1.00]

Independent research of a current topic in any of the biomedical sciences (such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, toxicology, genetics, biochemistry). Approval of the departmental course coordinator is required. This is a two-semester course offered over consecutive semesters. When you select it you must select BIOM*4521 in the first semester and BIOM*4522 in the second semester. A grade will not be assigned in BIOM*4521 until BIOM*4522 has been completed.

Prerequisite(s): 14.00 credits

Restriction(s): BIOM*4510

BIOM*4522 Research in Biomedical Sciences II F,W,S(0-6) [0.50]

Second part of the two-semester course BIOM*4521/2. Refer to BIOM*4521/2 for course description.

Prerequisite(s): BIOM*4521