Biological Systems I

Biological Systems I is multi-disciplinary, module-based course. Module I will provide the student with a basic understanding of the molecular, tissue paterining and functional mechanisms that give rise to the human form. Clinical aberrations, including craniofacial dysmorphisms will be presented to illustrate whathappens when normal developmental mechanisms are disrupted. Module 2 will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the development, biology, morphology and function of mucosal epithelium, connective tissue, skin and salivary glands. Module 3 combines perspectives from neurocytology, neurophsyiology and pharmacology to help students develop a pre- clinical understanding of neuronal conduction and coordination as applied to the function and pharmacology of the somatic and autonomic nervous systems. Clinical correlations will be used whereappropriate. 2.25-6.25 Credit Hours