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BMSC 200.3: Biomolecules
An introduction to the structures, general properties, and functions of simple and complex biomolecules: amino acids, peptides, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids as well as membranes and solute transport.
Weekly hours:
3 Lecture hours
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 112; Biology 30.
Note: Students with credit for BIOC 200 will not receive credit for BMSC 200.
BMSC 207.3: Human Body Systems I
The first of two courses introducing the major organ systems of the body and how they work. BMSC 207.3 focuses of the nervous system, musculoskeletal system and cardiovascular system.
Weekly hours:
3 Lecture hours
Formerly: PHSI 208; HSC 208; PHSI 212
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 120.3
Note: BMSC 200.3 is recommended. Students with credit for PHSI 208.6 or HSC 208.6 will not receive credit for this course. Students will be able to receive credit for both BIOL/BMSC 224.3 and BMSC 207.3.3 if they are taken concurrently or BIOL 224.3 is taken first.
BMSC 208.3: Human Body Systems II
The second of two courses introducing the major organ systems of the body and how they work. BMSC 208.3 focuses on the respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system and reproductive system.
Weekly hours:
3 Lecture hours
Formerly: PHSI 208; HSC 208; PHSI 212
Prerequisite(s): BMSC 207.3
Note: BMSC 200.3 is recommended. Students with credit for PHSI 208.6 or HSC 208.6 will not receive credit for this course. Students will be able to receive credit for both BIOL/BMSC 224.3 and BMSC 207.3.3 if they are taken concurrently or if BIOL/BMSC 224.3 is completed first.
BMSC 210.3: Microbiology
An introduction to the structure, physiology, genetics and pathogenicity of microorganisms. Topics include the structure and composition of bacteria and viruses, bacterial growth, genetics, and regulation, the role of microorganisms in disease, and an introduction to the immune system.
Weekly hours:
3 Lecture hours
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 120
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): BMSC 200
Note: Students with credit for MCIM 214, MCIM 223, MCIM 224, FAMS 212, or FABS 212 will not receive credit for BMSC 210. There are costs in addition to tuition fees.
BMSC 220.3: Cell Biology
An introduction to the biology of eukaryotic cells. Topics include organization of eukaryotic chromosomes; the flow of genetic information from nucleus to cytoplasm; cellular membranes and organelles; control of cell division; and signaling between cells. Contrasts between eukaryotic cells and prokaryotic microbial cells will be discussed, as well as distinctions between plant and animal cells.
Weekly hours:
3 Lecture hours
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 120.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): BMSC 200.
Note: Students with credit for ACB 200 (discountinued course) will not receive credit for BMSC 220.
BMSC 230.3: Metabolism
This course introduces students to metabolism, which is the sum of chemical processes by which cells extract energy and reducing power from its environment (catabolism) and use these to make the building blocks of macromolecules and the macromolecules themselves (anabolism). The major metabolic pathways involved in the synthesis and breakdown of important biological molecules are explored, along with the mechanisms of regulating these pathways in the body. Medical applications of metabolism, including links between errors in metabolism and human disease, are also discussed
Weekly hours:
3 Lecture hours
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 120 and BMSC 200.
Note: Students with credit for BIOC 211 will not receive credit for BMSC 230.
BMSC 240.3: Laboratory Techniques
This course’s lectures and corresponding labs cover an introduction to the techniques used to do biomedical research. From identifying and quantifying bacteria, extracting proteins and DNA, studying enzymatic reactions and performing DNA cloning manipulations – this course covers fundamental skills needed to establish your ability to conduct successful research.
Weekly hours:
3 Lecture hours and 4 Practicum/Lab hours
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 112.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): BMSC 200.
Note: Students with credit for BIOC 212 cannot take this course for credit.
BMSC 320.3: Nucleic Acids From Central Dogma to Human Disease
This course deals with the role of nucleic acids as the information storage molecule of all living things - from bacteria to humans. Nucleic acid structure, DNA replication, mutation and repair, transcription of genes, and translation and processing of mRNA in both prokaryotes and eukaryotes are covered along with a diversity of control methods used in living things for regulation of expression. Genome structure and composition will be explored, especially as it relates to genome diversity across diverse organisms.
Weekly hours:
3 Lecture hours
Prerequisite(s): BMSC 210.3 and BMSC 220.3
Note: BMSC 240 is recommended. Students with credit for BIOC 300.3 or MCIM 326.3 may not take this course for credit.
BMSC 405.3: Current Topics in Biomedical Science
Leading edge and state-of-the-art research will be examined in a seminar-discussion format where students will present and assess selected publications from the current scientific literature on a variety of topics in the field of biomedical sciences.
Weekly hours:
1 Lecture hours and 2 Seminar/Discussion hours
Prerequisite(s): Completion of total of 9 credit units from BMIS 321.3, BMSC 320.3, CHEP 350.3, CPPS 304.3 or PATH 205.3.