Current Students: Courses - 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, 30 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 Integrative Review of Basic Sciences (Offered every other term WI/SU) 2 units, 22 hours
This course is designed to examine selected diseases/disorders by reviewing how they illustrate fundamental aspects of physiopathology, anatomy, and biochemistry. It is specifically geared toward the expectations of National Boards Part I.
Prerequisites: Completion or concurrent enrollment through Soph 1 Basic Sciences curriculum. It is strongly recommended that students have enrollment in Part I National Boards.

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 2 units, 22 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, 30 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