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Department of Physiology and Pathology
* Associated lecture and lab courses must be taken concurrently on a student's first attempt. If a course needs to be remediated, students are allowed to take only the portion failed.
PHYS-115 Cell Physiology 4
units, 44 hours
The structure and function of the cell and all its organelles are described,
illustrating how life processes in the cell are reflected in the functioning
of the whole body. Topics covered in detail are the structure and function
of cell membranes; transport of material across membranes; protein structure
and function; motility in cells (microfilaments and microtubules); carbohydrates
and cellular respiration; ATP; nucleic acids; protein synthesis; mitosis; and
meiosis.
PHYS-122 Systemic Physiology* 5
units, 55 hours
This course investigates the functioning of the human body at the cellular,
organ, and system levels. The role of the major physiological systems in maintaining
homeostasis will be studied. The laboratory involves an introduction to instrumentation
(such as EEGs, EMGs, ECGs, and Spirometry) used to measure and study physiological
parameters. Students are introduced to methods of collection and analysis of
data, and the preparation of laboratory reports.
Prerequisite: PHYS-115
PHYS-220 Endocrinology 4
units, 44 hours
This course is a comprehensive study of the endocrine system. The role of the
endocrine system in maintaining homeostasis and the relationship of the nervous
system to the endocrine system are explored. Also, the pathological diseases
and diagnostic procedures associated with endocrine imbalance are investigated.
Prerequisites: PHYS-122, PHPA-212
PHYS-622 Systemic Physiology* 1
units, 20 hours
This lab investigates the functioning of the human body at the cellular, organ,
and system levels. The role of the major physiological systems in maintaining
homeostasis will be studied. The laboratory involves an introduction to instrumentation
(such as EEGs, EMGs, ECGs, and Spirometry) used to measure and study physiological
parameters. Students are introduced to methods of collection and analysis of
data, and the preparation of laboratory reports.
Prerequisite: PHYS-115
PATH-120 General Pathology 4
units, 44 hours
This course deals with the investigation of those pathological mechanisms common
to all tissue-cell pathology. Attention is paid to the processes of cellular
adaptation, inflammation, repair, immunology, cellular accumulation, and neoplasia.
Prerequisite: PHYS-115
PATH-132 Microbiology* 3
units, 33 hours
This course compares the characteristics of eucaryotic microbes, procaryotic
microbes, and viruses. Microbial growth and reproduction are studied as well
as the role of various agents in the control of growth. The relationship between
virulency of the parasite and resistance of the host is stressed as a paramount
factor in the process of infectious disease. The immunological response of
the host to the presence of microbes is also studied.
Prerequisites: CHEM-121, PATH-120
PATH-217 The Pathology of Infectious Diseases 4
units, 44 hours
This course includes a study of infectious diseases. Attention is given to
nomenclature, classification, pathology of diseases involving parasites, bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Prerequisites: CHEM-133, PATH-132
PATH-218 The Pathology of Metabolic Diseases 2
units, 22 hours
This course covers those disorders which are not primarily caused by pathogenic
organisms, but represent disruptions of normal metabolic processes within the
body. The course also includes the effects of chemical, physical, and environmental
trauma; selected street drugs; and medications.
Prerequisites: CHEM-133, PATH-120, PHYS-122
PATH-221 Public Health I 4
units, 44 hours
Aspects of community health, organization, and function including principles of disease control and prevention will be covered in this course. Prerequisite: PATH-217
PATH-227 Pathology Laboratory 2.5
units, 33 hours
The students are provided an opportunity to visualize the gross and microscopic
anatomical nature of the pathological conditions which have been explained
in the combined physio-path course series.
Prerequisites: ANAT-219, PATH-120, PHPA-212, PHPA-225
PATH-315 Bone and Joint Pathodiagnosis 3 units, 33 hours
This course focuses on the pathological and clinical presentations of conditions affecting the skeleton. Topics addressed include arthritis, neoplasm, osteoporosis, fracture, infection, avascular necrosis, and skeletal dysplasia. X-rays will be introduced to illustrate various disorders. Prerequisites: ANAT-138, ANAT-128
PATH-438 Toxicology 3
units, 33 hours
This course covers substances which may, under certain circumstances, act as
poisons. Included in the coverage are industrial, laboratory and agricultural
chemicals, and drugs.
Prerequisites: CHEM-223, PATH-227
PATH-632 Microbiology Lab* 1
units, 20 hours
The laboratory introduces
students to aseptic technique and the application of such procedures to the
chiropractic clinic and practice. Students will also learn some of the
procedures used to characterize and study microorganisms.
Prerequisites: CHEM-121, PATH-120
PHPA-131 Neuromuscular Physiopathology I 5
units, 55 hours
This course provides students with an understanding of the functional role
of the nervous system in providing for the integration of the cells, tissues,
and organs of the body, and its relationship to the clinical science of chiropractic.
The course covers the types of bioelectric potentials produced by neurons and
muscles, the diversity of synaptic junctions used, and the major pathways of
sensation and movement. The role of the neuromuscular system in health and
disease is explored.
Prerequisites: ANAT-137, PHYS-122
PHPA-212 Neuromuscular Physiopathology II 5
units, 55 hours
This course examines a number of nervous system functions and the pathologies
which affect them. The mechanisms by which the nervous system controls sensory
and motor processes, vision, and autonomic function will be explored along
with the pathologies which affect these functions.
Prerequisite: PHPA-131
PHPA-213 Gastrointestinal Physiopathology 3
units, 33 hours
Normal gastrointestinal physiology is studied. The most significant of the
digestive system pathologies are studied, along with abnormal physiological
states. Clinical considerations are extensively emphasized.
Prerequisites: ANAT-219, PHYS-122
PHPA-224 Cardiovascular Physiopathology 5
units, 55 hours
The normal parameters and physiological processes of the cardiovascular system
are discussed with the associated pathological conditions used to further the
understanding of the norms. The student will become familiar with interpreting
graphs and other expressions relating information about the cardiovascular
system. Emphasis is placed on how the various pathologies can be recognized
by the chiropractor. Overall, an analytical, diagnostic thought process is
encouraged.
Prerequisites: ANAT-219, PHYS-122
PHPA-225 Renal-Pulmonary Physiopathology 4
units, 44 hours
This course explores the functions of urinary and respiratory systems and their
interrelationship with a variety of body systems and with each other. Pathologies
such as emphysema, asthma, uremia and acidosis are thoroughly explored.
Prerequisites: ANAT-219, PHYS-122
PHPA-337 Reproductive Physiopathology 3
units, 33 hours
The endocrinology of both the male and female reproductive systems is studied
as are abnormal endocrine states. Pathologies of male and female reproductive
systems, infertility, and psychosexual disorders are studied. Clinical considerations
are emphasized.
Prerequisites: ANAT-219, PHYS-220
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