Course Descriptions

BIOL133 (Online)
Research Methods & Statistics
Credits 3.0
All health care professionals and individuals involved in biological sciences depend on research results for new information in their field. This course provides the foundation for understanding basic research methods and the application of research findings to the health care industry. Topics covered in this course include fundamentals of research design, research ethics, basic biostatistics, and other research-related issues applicable to future health care providers and other individuals interested in the biological sciences.
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall

BIOL201
Human Physiology 1: Control Systems (7.5 weeks)
Credits 3.0
The physiology of the cell, signaling mechanisms, cellular transport mechanisms, and human biological control systems will be investigated. Topics to be studied are cell structure and function, movement of molecules across cell membranes, homeostatic mechanisms, and cellular communication. The metabolic pathways of glycolysis, Krebs cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation are incorporated into discussions of cell function. The nervous and sensory systems are studied along with their control mechanisms. The examination of the muscular system function is extended to include its control of body movements.
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

BIOL203
Human Physiology 2: Body Functions (7.5 weeks)
Credits 3.0
The study of human organ systems includes mechanisms of control using negative feedback. Processes such as bulk, laminar, and turbulent flow as applied to different organ systems are taught. Other significant topics taught include the function and movement of molecules across cell membranes as applied to the respiratory, circulatory, digestive, renal, and reproductive systems, and the alternation and regulation of those activities by local, hormonal and neural inputs.
Prerequisite: BIOL201
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

BIOL205 (Online)
Human Physiology Lab
Credit 1.0
Students will perform 10 laboratory exercises illustrating fundamental principles in physiology. The labs will involve exercises covering the following topics: cell transport and membrane permeability; skeletal muscle and neurophysiology; mechanisms involving the endocrine, cardiovascular and respiratory systems; as well as function and regulation in renal system physiology and acid-base balance.
Co-requisite: BIOL201
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

BIOL221
Anatomy 1 plus Lab
Credits 4.0
In this hybrid course, students will learn, in both lecture and laboratory formats, the basic concepts of human anatomy with an emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. Lecture content is delivered online and the face-to-face laboratories are supplemented with online content. Basic concepts such as anatomical terminology, position, and relationship will be discussed in order to provide a foundation onto which other anatomical concepts will be taught. In addition, the normal gross anatomy of the musculoskeletal system (including the osteology, arthrology, and myology of the different anatomical regions) and the spinal cord will be presented. The gross anatomy laboratory sessions will be presented using a regional approach in order to facilitate greater integration of the lecture material.
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

BIOL223
Anatomy 2 plus Lab
Credits 4.0
In this course, students will learn in lecture and laboratory formats, the normal gross structures of the human brain (including special senses and the autonomic nervous system) and organ systems. The organ systems discussed are the cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, endocrine, urinary, digestive, and reproductive. In addition, the structural interrelationships between organ systems will be explained as well as the interrelationships between structure and function of organs and organ systems. The gross anatomy laboratory sessions will be presented using a regional approach and will be designed to support the lecture sessions and address related basic science issues.
Prerequisite: BIOL221
Offered: Fall, Spring

BIOL231 (Online)
General Microbiology
Credits 3.0
This course will introduce students to the microbial world. General properties of microorganisms including classification, morphologic and growth characteristics, metabolism, and genetics will be discussed. The methods to study microorganisms will be discussed in detail. Students will explore the applications of microbiology to modern diagnostics and biotechnology.
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

BIOL241
Biopsychology
Credits 3.0
This course provides an introduction to understanding the function of the human brain and its relation to behavior. The first goal of this course is for students to integrate a basic understanding of the anatomy and neurology of the brain information into their existing knowledge base. The second goal of this course is to provide students an adequate framework about basic principles in biopsychology so that information may be incorporated in an understanding of holistic health care. A topical format is employed focusing on relevant health care issues. Topics include the structure and function of the nervous system related to a combination of the following topics: human brain damage, vision, movement, eating and drinking, sex, sleep, drug addiction, learning and memory, neuroplasticity, lateralization, emotions, stress, mental disorders, and health. To accomplish these goals, the topical information will be presented through a combination of lectures, discussions, and readings beyond the textbook. Prerequisite: BIOL203
Offered: Spring

BIOL301 (Online)
Histology
Credits 3.0
This histology course is a study of the microscopic and ultramicroscopic structure of human tissues and organs, i.e., microscopic anatomy. Special emphasis is placed on the relation of structure to function. This course gives students a thorough and detailed overview of the various human tissues and organs. This is an upper-level course designed for students who want intensive preparation in microanatomy.
Offered: Summer

BIOL302
Exercise Physiology
Credits 3.0
Exercise physiology is an applied discipline that combines knowledge of metabolic biochemistry, cellular and organ system physiology, and anatomic structure and function in order to understand and explain physical and athletic performance. In this course, students will be introduced to the metabolic, muscular, and cardio-respiratory adaptations to both acute and chronic exercise in humans. The emphasis will be for students to learn and understand major concepts in terms of normal physiologic responses in healthy individuals.
Prerequisite: BIOL201 or any biology course
Offered: Summer

BIOL303
Embryology
Credits 3.0
This course includes the basic principles underlying vertebrate development. Topics will include gametogenesis, fertilization, germ layer formation, organogenesis, growth, differentiation, morphogenesis, and control of development. Some abnormal embryology is introduced that has some clinically significant outcomes.
Prerequisite: BIOL201
Offered: Fall

BIOL304
Basic Neuroscience
Credits 3.0
Students will learn in a lecture and problem-based format the normal structures and functions (with minor emphasis on clinical) of the human nervous system. Emphasis will be primarily on basic science issues related to normal anatomy and functions of the human nervous system.
Prerequisite: BIOL203
Offered: Spring

BIOL305
Genetics
Credits 3.0
Genetics has emerged as a central discipline in biology, and with the now-completed sequencing of the human genome, it is evident that all fields of biology can be related to the DNA possessed by the organism. This course will provide the fundamental tools required to understand the language of genetics.
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall

BIOL306 (Online)
Cell Biology
Credits 3.0
This course is designed to provide a first look at what is known and how scientists are going about trying to understand the way in which living things operate at the most fundamental (but perhaps least understood) level — the molecular level. It is also a goal of this course to have students exposed to research concerning molecular biology that is reported in the primary research journals of science. Furthermore, Cell Biology 306 is a transition course in both the biology and biochemistry majors. It is built upon a foundation of introductory biology and chemistry and is designed to prepare students for upper division work in biochemistry, molecular biology, neurobiology, developmental biology, and immunology. These disciplines, in turn, form the foundation of modern medicine.
Prerequisite: BIOL203
Offered: Spring

BIOL315 (Online)
Introduction to Toxicology
Credits 3.0
This class will explore a wide array of environmental and synthetic toxicants, toxins, poisons, and xenobiotics on the human body. Specifically, this course will focus on different types of toxicants, their sources, the physiological mechanisms of action, the symptoms that manifest, the preventative procedures, and possible treatment strategies.
Prerequisite: BIOL201, BIOL203
Offered: Fall

BIOL333 (Online)
Immunology
Credits 3.0
This course will introduce students to the body’s defenses. Different components of immune system, nonspecific and specific immunity will be discussed. The different cellular elements and biochemical mediators involved in immune response will be discussed in detail. Students will explore the applications of immunology to modern diagnostics, biotechnology, and therapeutics. There will be an introduction to immunologic disorders. The course will consist of didactic and group discussion format. Students will be assessed with periodic quizzes and exams in multiple choice, essay, and modified essay format.
Prerequisite: BIOL203
Offered: Fall, Summer

BIOL337 (Online)
Pathophysiology
Credits 3.0
The pathophysiology course is designed to introduce the student to basic pathologic processes and their applications to major pathologic conditions. The course work will include the study of mechanisms of disease, causative and contributory factors, and an introduction to traditional as well as complementary and alternative management approaches. The instruction will be in the form of online learning resources including power points. The assessment will be based on discussion forums and online multiple-choice tests, midterm, and final exams.
Prerequisite: BIOL201 or any equivalent physiology course
Offered: Fall, Spring

BIOL400 (Online)
Independent Study
Credits 1.0 – 3.0
Prerequisite: May be taken only to fulfill graduation requirements Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

BIOL401 (Online)
Current Topics in the Biosciences 1 (7.5 weeks)
Credits 1.0
This course highlights current topics in the biosciences, particularly through recent novel publications or controversial topics. The course will focus on searching, reading and assessing scientific literature. Scientific areas that may be covered include molecular biology, genomics, immunology, infectious disease, and medical technology. This course is intended for in-depth study of one or a few relevant topics. The student will choose a topic, either from examples provided or from their own interest, and spend the duration of the course researching this topic. If BIOL401 and BIOL402 are taken, topics must not be repeated and may only be taken in a student’s last trimester.
Prerequisite: Any Biology course
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

BIOL402 (Online)
Current Topics in the Biosciences 2 (7.5 weeks)
Credits 1.0
This course highlights current topics in the biosciences, particularly through recent novel publications or controversial topics. The course will focus on searching, reading and assessing scientific literature. Scientific areas that may be covered include molecular biology, genomics, immunology, infectious disease, and medical technology. This course is intended for in-depth study of one or a few relevant topics. The student will choose a topic, either from examples provided or from their own interest, and spend the duration of the course researching this topic. If BIOL401 and BIOL402 are taken, topics must not be repeated and may only be taken in a student’s last trimester. Prerequisite: Any Biology course
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

BIOL403 (Online)
Introduction to Epidemiology
Credits 3.0
This course covers applications of epidemiologic methods and procedures to the study of the distribution and determinants of health and diseases, morbidity, injuries, disability, and mortality in populations. Epidemiologic methods for the control of conditions such as infectious and chronic diseases, mental disorders, community and environmental health hazards, and unintentional injuries are discussed. Other topics include quantitative aspects of epidemiology, for example, data sources, measures of morbidity and mortality, evaluation of association and causality, study design, and screening for disease.
Prerequisite: BIOL133
Offered: Spring

CHEM111 (Online)
General Chemistry 1 (7.5 weeks)
Credits 3.0
Foundations of chemistry, atoms, and molecules. Principles of stoichiometry, chemical reactions, properties of gases, periodicity and chemical bonding. Energy changes in chemical systems and electronic structure of atoms, and molecules. Examination of the chemical reactivity of common elements, inorganic and organic compounds.
Prerequisite: MATH135
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

CHEM113 (Online)
General Chemistry 2 (7.5 weeks)
Credits 3.0
Properties of liquids and solutions, and principles of acid-base equilibria, solubility, and electrochemical processes. Examination of chemical kinetics and equilibria.
Prerequisite: CHEM111 or equivalent
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

CHEM116
General Chemistry 1 Lab (7.5 weeks)
Credits 1.0
This is an in-class course implementing through experiment, the foundations of chemistry, atoms, and molecules, principles of stoichiometry, chemical reactions, properties of gasses, periodicity and chemical bonding, energy changes in chemical systems and electronic structure of atoms and molecules, examinations the chemical reactivity of common elements, and inorganic and organic compounds. Students will also learn safety in the lab.
Pre-Requisite: MATH135
Co-Requisite: CHEM111
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

CHEM118
General Chemistry 2 Lab (7.5 weeks)
Credits 1.0
This is an in-class lab course implementing topics in general chemistry and analytical chemistry covering phase transitions, thermochemistry, spontaneity/equilibrium, electrochemistry, kinetics, bonding, order/symmetry in condensed phases, coordination compounds, and descriptive chemistry.
Prerequisites: CHEM111 and CHEM116
Corequisites: CHEM113
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

CHEM201 (Online)
Organic Chemistry 1
Credits 3.0
Structure and bonding in organic chemistry, Isomerism, and stereoisomerism in organic compounds. Chemistry of alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, and alkynes. Aromatic compounds and mechanisms of aromatic substitution. Nucleophilic addition and substitution reactions. Chemistry of alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, and ketones.
Prerequisite: CHEM113 or equivalent
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

CHEM203 (Online)
Organic Chemistry 2
Credits 3.0
This course will explore the chemistry of carboxylic acids and their derivatives, as well as amines and related nitrogen compounds; applications of spectroscopic techniques in organic chemistry; introduction to biochemistry, which will examine amino acids, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids; structure and properties of proteins and enzymes.
Prerequisite: CHEM201 or equivalent
Offered: Summer only

CHEM206
Organic Chemistry 1 Lab (7.5 weeks)
Credit 1.0
CHEM206 Lab accompanies Chem201S Organic Chemistry lecture. This laboratory course is an introduction to the techniques commonly used in the organic chemistry laboratory, an introduction to the synthesis of organic molecules, and an introduction to basic laboratory techniques; such as distillation, melting point, extraction of known and unknown mixtures, recrystallization, synthesis of compounds, and experiments utilizing basic organic techniques.
Prerequisite: CHEM113
Corequisite: CHEM201
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

CHEM207
Organic Chemistry 2 Lab (7.5 weeks)
Credit 1.0
CHEM207 Lab accompanies CHEM203 Organic Chemistry lecture. This laboratory course is an introduction to the techniques commonly used in the organic chemistry laboratory, an introduction to the synthesis of organic molecules, and an introduction to basic laboratory techniques; such as distillation, melting point, extraction of known and unknown mixtures, recrystallization, synthesis of compounds, and experiments utilizing basic organic techniques.
Prerequisite: CHEM201 and CHEM206
Corequisite: CHEM203
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

CHEM301
Biochemistry
Credits 4.0
This course focuses on the chemistry of amino acids, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids, with special emphasis on representative proteins and enzymes, including hemoglobin, myoglobin, and cytochromes P450.
Prerequisite: BIOL203 or any biology course
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

COM100
Student Success (15 Clock Hours)
Credits 0.0
This non-credit course will help students to understand how to achieve academic success in a health profession program. The course will help students set academic goals, manage stress, and understand grade point average calculation. The course will also help students determine their primary learning style and improve communication skills, study skills and test taking skills. Students of any program may benefit from this course as a preparatory course. Others may find it useful if expectations have not been met.
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

COM103 (Online,)
Medical Spanish
Credits 3.0
Clinical Spanish is a 45-hour elective focused on Spanish language skills used in clinical practice. The course emphasizes the key role of the patient history in making a diagnosis, the evaluation of clinical evidence such as patient symptoms, and relevant statistical concepts such as predictive value. The underlying pathophysiologic mechanisms underlying common symptoms are reviewed. This course is based on listening and speaking skills rather than on reading and writing. There are no written exercises and no written tests or exams.
Prerequisite: None / Offered: Summer Only

COM111 (Online, Synchronous)
First Trimester Seminar (7.5 weeks)
Credits 1.0
In this mandatory, 1.0 credit hour, online synchronous course, first trimester BS in Biomedical Sciences students will have the opportunity to become acquainted with students in their cohort, gain additional knowledge about university policies and procedures, and develop a sense of belonging within the University through various topics each week. This course will focus on helping students develop their critical reading and writing skills, allow them to explore career opportunities in the healthcare profession, educate students on the importance of academic integrity and professional ethics, and share discussions on cultural awareness in healthcare education. Students will learn about time management, study skills, test taking strategies, and NUHS library resources.
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

MATH135
College Algebra
Credits 3.0
The study of algebra with emphasis on applications. Topics include functions, inequalities, polynomials, conic sections, exponential and logarithmic functions, matrices, and sequences. Applications will be made in the social and medical sciences.
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

NU201 (Online)
Basic Nutrition
Credits 3.0
Basic principles of human nutrition, including the physical and chemical nature of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and metals will be discussed. Included in this course are cell metabolism and energy balance. Water and electrolyte balance and acid base balance are covered as well as absorption, distribution metabolism and excretion of the elements discussed.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

NU202 (Online)
Evaluation of Modern Diets
Credits 3.0
This course will evaluate the nutritional quality of common dietary programs that are popular in the United States. The dietary programs will be compared to determine which may be most beneficial for various health conditions such as obesity. Contraindications and possible adverse effects of each diet will be discussed.
Prerequisite: NU201
Offered: Spring

NU301
Nutrition in Health & Disease
Credits 4.0
This is an introductory course to the utilization of nutrients and supplements for the prevention and treatment of major diseases found in western culture, including diseases of the heart, blood vessels, lungs, skin, and gastrointestinal tract, as well as metabolic disorders. There will be a special emphasis on wellness and dietary issues. The major emphasis is an explanation of the disease process as a totality of dietary and lifestyle concerns in the western world. Wellness theory as a holistic matter is covered in a general manner.
Prerequisite: NU201
Offered: Spring

NU302 (Online)
Advanced Human Nutrition
Credits 3.0
This course is a continuation of NU301, Nutrition in Health and Disease, but issues such as school and hospital dietary eating plans are included. The dietary issues covered in NU301 will be expanded to include supplemental, dietary and some introduction to botanical and pharmacological influences on nutrients, wellness, and health and disease. Special emphasis will be on cardiovascular and metabolic diseases as they relate to the western diet. Fad diets as they influence society in western culture are covered in this course.
Prerequisite: NU201
Offered: Summer

NU303 (Online)
Nutrition in the Life Cycle
Credits 3.0
Nutrition during pregnancy and lactation, growth and development, infants, pediatrics, adolescence, teenage young adults, adults, and geriatric issues are covered. The nutrition issues that change and those that become necessary as we go through the stages of life are covered in detail. A special emphasis on pediatric and geriatric issues will be addressed considering the importance of these two populations as our citizens become older on the average and our newborn infants are exposed to increasingly negative challenges such as xenobiotics and allergens. Nutritional assessment methods are covered in detail and the methods for obtaining a nutrition health physical exam and means to assess nutritional status are covered.
Prerequisite: NU201
Offered: Summer

NU304
Food Science
Credits 3.0
In this course, food safety concerns such as pesticides, drugs additives, food labeling laws, government control regulations, and food-borne diseases are addressed. Fundamental scientific principles of food composition, food processing, and production will be discussed. Culinary applications of foods science are introduced.
Prerequisite: NU201
Offered: Spring

NU305
Sports and Physical Performance Nutrition
Credits 3.0
Energy sources for physical and athletic performance and sports are covered in the course. Topics will include the relationship between demographics, physical fitness, nutrition/diet, exercise, common sports injuries, and performance enhancing nutraceuticals. Special emphasis will be on the biochemical pathways and the physiological responses to the nutrients that may help athletes develop endurance and strength. The concepts of anaerobic threshold as well as lactic acid build-up are addressed.
Prerequisite: NU201
Offered: Fall

NU307 (Online)
Introduction to Botanicals and Herbs
Credits 3.0
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and understanding of herbal supplements for common ailments and prevention of diseases that are encountered in everyday life. The following topics will be discussed in this course: mechanism of botanical action, indications, and contraindications of botanicals, clinical problems, and a listing of botanicals.
Prerequisite: NU201
Offered: Summer

NU308 (Online)
Cultural Perspectives of Food
Credits 2.0
This course is a survey of present and past food practices around the globe. Understanding religious and ethnic foods, diverse dietary patterns, and food production with application to disease prevalence will be examined. Functional foods will be highlighted for each global dietary pattern.
Prerequisite: NU201
Offered: Fall

NU310 (Online)
Community Nutrition (7.5 weeks)
Credits 1.0
This course examines the principles of public health, community nutrition, epidemiology, health, legislation, and nutrition policy. Evaluation of current community nutrition programs throughout the lifecycle will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: NU201
Offered: Spring

NU311 (Online)
Nutrition Education (7.5 weeks)
Credit 1.0
This course focuses on communication skills for nutrition education. Strategies, techniques, and theories of behavioral change are discussed. Application of nutrition education material and evaluation of nutrition programs will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: NU310
Offered: Spring

PHYS111
Physics 1
Credits 3.0
Non-calculus-based study of classical linear and rotational kinematics and dynamics (including work, energy, impulse, momentum, and collisions), fluids, periodic motion, sound and wave motion.
Prerequisite: College Algebra (MATH135) or equivalent / Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

PHYS113
Physics 2
Credits 3.0
Non-calculus-based study of electrostatics, electric fields, Gauss’ law, capacitance, current, resistance, magnetic forces and fields, electromagnetic induction, DC and AC circuits, electromagnetic waves, optics, and modern physics, as well as an introduction to quantum physics.
Prerequisite: Physics111
Offered: Summer

PHYS115
General Physics Laboratory
Credit 1.0
This in-person laboratory course will allow students to learn and experience a “hands-on” approach to physics concepts including distance and displacement, velocity, acceleration, projectile motion, Newton’s laws, friction, terminal velocity, work, energy, momentum and collisions, waves, sound, and electric circuits. The lab will comprise of experiments that are important to understand the laws of college physics. This course is an appropriate foundation for additional study in science, or a career in the arena of science-based healthcare.
Prerequisite / Co-requisite: MATH135, PHYS111
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

PHYS117
Physics 2 Laboratory
Credit 1.0
This is a course that will allow students to learn/experience a “hands-on” approach to physics. The lab will comprise those experiments that are important to the understanding of the Laws and Concepts of College Physics as it prepares the students for a course in science that furthers their education or prepares them for a career in the arena of science-based health care.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: PHYS111
Offered: Summer only

PHYS211
Kinesiology
Credits 3.0
Understanding human activity from a mechanical and physiological perspective so to address major issues, which include reducing the risk of injury, optimizing exercise prescription, and understanding clinical evaluations. Functional anatomy, muscle and passive tissue mechanics, anthropometry, electromyography, and linked segment mechanics are introduced and applied to clinical, occupational and athletic situations. Basic concepts of cardiovascular, respiratory, and thermoregulatory responses to physical activity.
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall

PUBH211 (Online)
Introduction to Public Health
Credits 3.0
Considered in this course are the basic concepts related to public and community health. Many students of the “sciences” focus on the details of each discipline of science (biology, chemistry, etc.) without understanding how these disciplines play roles in the health of the public in general. This course is designed to introduce the science of public health, including epidemiology, environmental health, and health education. The history of public health and the basics of the U.S. health care system are also covered.
Prerequisite: BIOL133
Offered: Spring

TERM181 (Online)
Medical Terminology
Credits 3.0
This course is designed for students in the health care curriculum who need to be familiar with medical terms. It provides a framework for building a medical vocabulary. Emphasis will be on understanding basic medical terms, abbreviations and their meanings, and how they are used in documenting and reporting patient care procedures. Information provided in this course will help students to succeed in their chosen health care careers by familiarizing them with how medical terms are formed and by providing a systematic learning structure. Practical applications are provided by exercises and medical record analysis. Students interested in acquiring or improving their knowledge of the language of health care would benefit from this course. The goal is to develop a basic working knowledge of the language of health care to serve as a basis for individual expansion.
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer