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GCC-501 Molecular Biology: Genome to Proteome
DNA structure, replication, recombination, cloning, sequencing and related topics will be covered. This course will continue with organization of the human genome, the cell cycle, genetic mapping and relationships between genes and diseases. Transcriptional and translational regulations will be included. FA [3]
GCC-502 Cellular Biochemistry: Proteins, Transport and Signaling
Concepts of cellular biochemistry which underly the structure, organization and communication of cells will be presented. Protein, carbohydrate and lipid structure and function in cellular organization will be covered. Special emphasis will be placed on the roles of enzymes, signaling systems, receptors and membrane transport systems in cell function. This section will also overview neurons, synapses and neurotransmitters. FA [3]
GCC-503 Functional Cell Biology
The major concepts of cell structure and function will be covered. Topics include tissue origin and organization, extracellular matrix, cytoskeleton, cell-cell adhesion, organelles and compartments, endocytosis, exocytosis, metabolic requirements for signal transduction, cell motility, and regulation of cell proliferation. WI [2]
GCC-504 Functional Tissue Biology
The biochemical and cellular basis for tissue structure and function will be covered. Topics include systems histology and anatomy, immunity, tissue injury and repair/regeneration, regulation of cell-cell adhesion, apoptosis, endocrinology, pharmacology, and toxicology. WI [3]
GCC-505 Techniques in Biomedical Sciences
This course will provide a didactic overview and a demonstration of certain laboratory techniques. Topics include electrophoresis, genomics, PCR, tissue culture, cell-sorting techniques, ELISA, chromatography/LC mass spectrometry, imaging techniques, histocytochemistry, and microscopy. FA [2]
GCC-506 Biomedical Ethics
The major issues of honesty and fairness as practiced in the scholarly pursuit of new knowledge will be reviewed. Topics include equal opportunity and non-discrimination, abusive relationships, student-faculty relationships, responsibilities of students, faculty, chairpersons and administrators, honesty in writing, authorship, and ownership of data. WI [1]
GCC-507 Medical Research Strategies
This is an introduction to study design and hypothesis testing. Topics include data definition, study design, probability theory, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and the techniques used in modern biostatistics. SP [2]
GCC-508 Writing Practicum
This is a hands-on writing course which focuses on the requirements for abstract, manuscript and grant application writing. Topics include abstract writing, manuscript writing and grant writing. Each topic is covered in several sub-components. SP [2]
GCC-511 Readings in Molecular Biology
FA [1]
GCC-512 Readings in Cellular Biochemistry
FA [1]
GCC-513 Readings in Functional Cell Biology
WI [1]
GCC-514 Readings in Functional Tissue Biology
WI [1]
GCC-520 Introduction to Physiology and Pharmacology I
This course integrates physiology and pharmacology to establish an understanding of drug actions as they relate to human organ system function. Topics include cellular function, immunity and infection, synapse, nerve, muscle, heart and circulation, kidney, respiration, gastrointestinal and urinary function, autonomic nervous system, central nervous system, hormones, and homeostasis and coagulation. [3]
GCC-620
Introduction to Teaching
This course builds crucial educational skills that Ph.D. graduates will need to function as teachers in academia. Designed as a mentored experience for Ph.D. candidates, the course will offer theoretical and practical experience in graduate teaching. Individually designed series of practicum units will be arranged for each student, which will best support student interests and learning needs to build a teaching portfolio. Over the span of 3-4 quarters, students will enroll in 1-3 credit hours based on prior teaching experiences and recommendations from the Course Director and from their advisors. P/N grading. [v]
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