Biomedical Sciences
Courses
Allied Health Profs (AHP)
AHP 101 Freshman Sem in Allied Health 2 cr
A course for first-time students that assists with maximizing the student's potential to achieve academic success and to adjust responsibly to the individual and interpersonal challenges presented by college life. Taught in small groups, the course provides an introduction to the nature of higher education with special emphasis on health-related disciplines. Appropriate reading and writing assignments will be required.
Cross-Listed: HSC 101
AHP 201 Service Learning in Allied Health Professions 1 cr
A course for students majoring in the College of Allied Health Professions that assists with maximizing students? potential to holistically embrace their majors and all that their future careers entail. The course introduces students to the concept of service learning and how to process experiences that may or may not immediately align with their own previous experiences. At the end of the course, the student will understand what it means to serve and how learning occurs in the most unlikely situations and environments.
AHP 390 Special Topics 1-9 cr
The purpose of this course for the undergraduate student is to develop an improved understanding of culture, to recognize any cultural practices that affect health care, and to incorporate this understanding into the provision of care. Culture will be examined through writing, cultural experiences, and through collaboration.
AHP 401 Seminar in HP 3 cr
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of different health professions and their scope of practice and also to provide information about health administration.
AHP 510 IPE Autism Spectrum Disorders 1 cr
This foundational course is designed to prepare graduate students in OT, PT, SLP, MD and ED to provide high-quality services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. The emphasis will be on interprofessional education using team-based instruction to support effective interprofessional practice in both educational and health care settings. ADDITIONAL RESTRICTION: Students can only be enrolled following successful application and admission. Contact the course instructor for information on application.
AHP 550 IPE for Inclusive Pract in AHP 1-3 cr
This course will focus on advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion in future allied health providers to develop inclusive practices, and will support the development of interprofessional collaborative practice skills. The course will provide students with opportunities to engage with members of various healthcare-focused graduate programs through both interprofessional education modules and interprofessional clinical laboratory experiences.
Cross-Listed: AHP 650
AHP 590 Special Topics 1-9 cr
Selected topics in Health Sciences. Requires special permission.
AHP 650 IPE for Inclusive Pract in AHP 1-3 cr
This course will focus on advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion in future allied health providers to develop inclusive practices, and will support the development of interprofessional collaborative practice skills. The course will provide students with opportunities to engage with members of various healthcare-focused graduate programs through both interprofessional education modules and interprofessional clinical laboratory experiences.
Cross-Listed: AHP 550
Biomedical Sciences (BMD)
BMD 101 Orientation to BMD 1 cr
An introduction to Biomedical Sciences that will establish an early and continuing working relationship between students and faculty, increase awareness of sciences and scientists and familiarize students with functions, policies and services of the University, College and Department. Taught Fall Semester.
BMD 102 Lab Skills Bootcamp 0 cr
Lab Skills Bootcamp is an intense one-week training program to provide first-time experience and practice in basic biomedical laboratory techniques for students who have little to no research or laboratory background. Skills include basic biosafety, calculations, preparing solutions, data interpretation, micropipetting, DNA isolation, and PCR. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required.
BMD 110 Introduction to A & P I 4 cr
An introduction to the structure and function of the human body with an emphasis on anatomy. This course surveys anatomical terminology, basic chemistry, cell structure/function, tissues, skin skeleton, joints, muscles, and central nervous system.
BMD 111 Introduction to A & P II 4 cr
Topics include, peripheral/autonomic nervous system, endocrinology, cardiovascular system, blood, respiration, digestion, metabolism/nutrition, urinary system, and reproduction.
BMD 200 Career Planning 1 cr
Clinical Observations (Medicine, Dentistry, Optometry and Veterinary Medicine). This course gives the student clinical exposure to various health-care services. It is designed to help students make informed decisions when selecting a career in the health professions. A written report on the clinical experience or scenario dealing with "medical ethics" is required. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours' credit. Permission of the Director of Health Pre-Professional Program is required.
BMD 201 Seminars in Biomedical Science 1 cr
This course introduces students to contemporary biomedical research and career possibilities in the biomedical sciences. Students will use the resources of the Biomedical Library to perform a literature search.
BMD 210 Microbiology in Healthcare 3 cr
This course introduces concepts of human host-infectious microbe interactions that result in disease. Microorganisms examined include viruses, parasites, fungi, mycobacteria, and bacteria. Included topics are genetics, taxonomy, microbial metabolism, virulence factors, host defense/microbe evasion mechanisms, epidemiology, antimicrobial chemotherapy/resistance, merging/reemerging infectious diseases, and diagnostic criteria. Emphasis will be placed on the microbial infections of different body systems.
BMD 210L Microbiology in Healthcare Lab 1 cr
Laboratory experience includes introduction to fundamental microbial techniques, including differential staining, biochemical identification techniques, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Patient case studies will be used to supplement learning experience.
BMD 212 Introduction to Food Science 3 cr
This course is an introduction to digestion, absorption, transportation, and utilization of nutrients. It will discuss the integration of basic chemical, physical, microbiological and nutritional properties and components of food and their relationship to a healthy lifestyle. Lab exercises are completed in which students prepare foods and observe the chemical and physical properties that affect the product.
Corequisite: BMD 212L
BMD 212L Intro to Food Science Lab 1 cr
Laboratory experience includes an introduction to digestion, absorption, transportation, and utilization of nutrients. Lab exercises are completed in which students prepare foods and observe the chemical and physical properties that affect the product.
Corequisite: BMD 212
BMD 251 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4 cr
This is the first of a two-course sequence that covers basic human anatomy and physiology, including the study of the structure and function of various body systems. Included is a study of basic principles of organism homeostasis, biochemical makeup, a study of cells and tissue, cellular metabolism, joints, the integumentary, and skeletal systems, muscular and nervous systems, and the senses. Laboratory experiences are provided through demonstration and interactive (virtual) laboratories.
Prerequisite: BLY 101 Minimum Grade of C or BLY 121 Minimum Grade of C or CH 100 Minimum Grade of C or CH 131 Minimum Grade of C
Cross-Listed: BMD 114
BMD 252 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4 cr
A continuation of BMD 251. Topics include nervous, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems. Additional topics may include blood, metabolism, immunology and reproduction. Laboratory experience is provided through demonstration and interactive (virtual) laboratories.
Prerequisite: BMD 251 Minimum Grade of C
Cross-Listed: BMD 115
BMD 290 Sp Top - H - 1-3 cr
Topics of current health interest.
BMD 311 Human Anatomy 3 cr
A course in human gross and microscopic anatomy in a systematic approach, with an emphasis on structure-function relationships at the cell, tissue and organ level. The topics include anatomy of integumentary, musculoskeletal, nervous, cardio-vascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. This course is lecture - based with no lab component.
Prerequisite: BLY 121 Minimum Grade of D
BMD 321 Biochemistry I-Molecular Biol 3 cr
The course covers different aspects of molecular biology including protein structure and function, carbohydrate, lipids, DNA replication, transcription and translation and applications to medical problems (i.e., forensic medicine, diagnosis of genetic diseases, etc).
Prerequisite: CH 201 Minimum Grade of D
BMD 322 Biochemistry II-Metabolism 3 cr
The course discusses the chemical basis of metabolism including the conversion of nutrients from digestion to either molecules of biological relevance or to energy. Genetic diseases affecting these pathways are described and discussed.
BMD 323 Biochemistry Laboratory 2 cr
This laboratory is designed to provide hands-on experience on several biochemical techniques including cell fractionation, chromatography, DNA isolation, electrophoresis, determination of enzyme activity, etc.
Prerequisite: BMD 321 Minimum Grade of C
BMD 331 Biotechnology Skills I 4 cr
This course is designed to train students in fundamental biotechnology laboratory skills and applying the scientific method to create, test, and interpret new hypotheses. Students will collaborate with peers and faculty to generate publishable data, and present their findings in both written and oral form.
Prerequisite: BMD 323 Minimum Grade of C
BMD 334 Human Physiology I 3 cr
The objectives of this course are to study human physiology with emphasis on cellular physiology ( cell structure, metabolism, and transport) and the endocrine and nervous systems and skeletal muscle. This course is the first of a 2 course sequence.
BMD 335 Human Physiology II 3 cr
Study of human physiology with emphasis on the basic principles of organ system physiology. The course emphasizes muscle, cardiovascular, renal, respiratory, digestive, and reproductive physiology and an introduction to immunology. This is the second course in a 2 course sequence.
Prerequisite: BMD 334 Minimum Grade of C
BMD 336 Physiology Lab - W 2 cr
This laboratory is designed to provide students with hands-on laboratory experience in physiology, with emphasis on the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems. Limited to BMD majors unless by special permission. Special fee.
Prerequisite: (BMD 334 Minimum Grade of C and (EH 102 Minimum Grade of C or EH 105 Minimum Grade of C))
Corequisite: BMD 335
BMD 350 Human Genetics and Genomics 3 cr
This course presents the principles and current information about classical, molecular, and population genetics. It gives an understanding of DNA, gene, gene function and regulation, genome, and the mechanisms of Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance. The focus in on human genetics by understanding the clinical applications of genetics and genomics in human health and disease, with special emphasis on chromosomal abnormalities, gene mutations, cancer genetics, and gene therapy.
BMD 351 Global Health-W 3 cr
This course introduces students to the basic principles of global public health that are used to improve population health at all levels. Students will get an overview of the determinants of health and how health status is measured. Students will also review the burden of disease, who is most affected by different disease burdens, risk factors, and key measures to address the burden of disease in cost-effective, doable, sustainable, and fair ways. Special attention will be paid throughout the course to health systems issues. The course will cover key concepts and frameworks but be practical in orientation. The course will be global in coverage but with a focus on low- and middle-income countries, the health of the poor and health disparities. Particular attention will be paid throughout the course to the linkages between health and development.
BMD 390 Sp Top - 1-6 cr
Topics of current health interest.
BMD 401 Immunology 3 cr
This course presents the basic concepts of immunochemistry, immunobiology and host immune responses to disease. Antigens, antibodies, cells and structures of the immune system will be discussed as well as their roles in the processes of immunity, allergies, transplantation, and diseases.
Prerequisite: BMD 321 Minimum Grade of C
BMD 402 Medical Microbiology 4 cr
This course presents the concepts of pathogenicity and virulence as they relate to disease causing bacteria, mycobacteria, fungi, protozoans, and viruses. Mechanisms of pathogenicity, host interactions, epidemiology and diagnosis will be emphasized. General concepts of microbial physiology, taxonomy, genetics, host immune response, and antimicrobial therapy are also presented. The laboratory portion of the course will provide hands-on experience in the handling and identification of each microbe class. Special fee.
BMD 403 Molecular Basis of Cancer 3 cr
This course will focus on the biological and molecular features of oncogenesis and clinical cancer, with specific attention given to the molecular events underlying carcinogenesis, metastasis, and angiogenesis. Recent therapeutic advances and their implications for the field will be explored through reading of current scientific literature. Case study learning is integrated into the course to help students understand the societal implications of cancer. Credit cannot be received for BMD 403 and BMD 503.
Prerequisite: BMD 321 Minimum Grade of C or BLY 301 Minimum Grade of C or BLY 302 Minimum Grade of C
Cross-Listed: BMD 503
BMD 404 Neurobiology of Trauma and Recovery 3 cr
The objective of this course is to take the student to a greater level of understanding of the neurophysiology of the mind-body interaction and how, after trauma, this same mind-body interaction holds the potential for recovery, through a process of neurobiological restoration.
BMD 410 Pathophysiology 3 cr
A systematic study of disease processes involving relationships between pathophysiological changes and clinical manifestations.
Prerequisite: BMD 321 Minimum Grade of C
BMD 411 Women's Health 3 cr
This course is an introduction to the medical, research, and public health issues surrounding women?s health. Female anatomy and physiology, pregnancy and childbirth, and diseases disproportionately affecting women will be presented. Historical and current social and economic perspectives on women?s roles in healthcare, science, and society will be discussed.
Prerequisite: BLY 121 Minimum Grade of D
BMD 415 Microscopic Anatomy 4 cr
A course in (human) microscopic anatomy with laboratory emphasizing recognition and utilizing traditional histologic techniques to process tissue for microscopic examination. Taught Fall Semester.
Prerequisite: BMD 311 Minimum Grade of D
BMD 420 Pharmacology 3 cr
An introduction to pharmacological concepts and effects and uses of major drug classes. Drug design, pharmacodynamics (receptors, mechanisms, dose-response) and pharmacokinetics (time action) are discussed in general (principles), and in particular, for selected classes of drugs. Credit cannot be received for BMD 420 and BMD 520.
Prerequisite: (BMD 321 Minimum Grade of C or BLY 440 Minimum Grade of C or CH 440 Minimum Grade of C)
Cross-Listed: BMD 520
BMD 434 Human Physiology 6 cr
Prerequisite: (BLY 121 Minimum Grade of D or BLY 141 Minimum Grade of D) and (BLY 122 Minimum Grade of D or BLY 142 Minimum Grade of D) and (CH 115 Minimum Grade of D or CH 131 Minimum Grade of D) and (CH 116 Minimum Grade of D or CH 132 Minimum Grade of D)
Cross-Listed: BMD 534
BMD 441 Epidemiology 3 cr
This course will cover a wide variety of topics along with providing students in-field examples of the use of epidemiology and statistics for public and global health. The goal is to become familiar with basic statistical concepts, epidemiologic terminology, outcome measures, and study designs; to appreciate application of epidemiology to subfields (e.g., infectious diseases, reproductive health, genetics); and to apply epidemiologic methods to current public health issues.
BMD 450 Introduction to Research 2 cr
The purpose of this course is to relay the relevance of biomedical research to all medical practices. First, students will learn how to systematically read, analyze, and present primary biomedical science literature. Second, students will learn how to design a new research project. Written abstracts and oral classroom presentations are required.
Prerequisite: BMD 321 Minimum Grade of C
BMD 451 Biotechnology Skills II 4 cr
Students will learn the biological principles of genome editing and its applications in biotechnology. Emphasis will be on CRISPR/Cas technology in prokaryotic and eukaryotic biological systems. Students will perform CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing and collaborate with peers and faculty to generate a knock-out cell line.
Prerequisite: (BMD 331 Minimum Grade of C)
BMD 490 Special Topics 1-6 cr
BMD 493 Ethical Issues in Health - W 3 cr
This course will provide an open forum for discussion of current controversial issues in biomedical sciences. The topics will include research integrity, discussions on the impact of medical advances in society as well as issues of historical relevance.
BMD 494 Directed Research Studies 1-3 cr
Prerequisite: BMD 321 Minimum Grade of C
Cross-Listed: BMD 594
BMD 499 Honors Research Thesis - W - H 1-6 cr
Literature survey and laboratory research experience under the direction of the faculty. Instructor permission required.
BMD 500 Graduate Seminar 2 cr
Professional growth through in-depth experiences in the presentation of problems and formal papers, with emphasis on guided discussions and research criticism. A different topic of current health interest will be selected every semester for in-depth coverage and discussion. Various aspects of the selected topic will be presented by both faculty and students. Each presentation will focus on a single paper from the current biomedical literature.
BMD 501 Immunology 3 cr
This course presents the basic concepts of immunochemistry, immunobiology, and host immune responses to disease, antigens, antibodies, cells and structures of the immune system will be discussed as well as their roles in the process of immunity, allergies, transplantation and diseases. A term paper is required.
BMD 502 Medical Microbiology 4 cr
This course presents the concepts of pathogenicity and virulence as they relate to disease causing bacteria, mycobacteria, fungi, protozoans, and viruses. Mechanisms of pathogenicity, host interactions, epidemiology and diagnosis will be emphasized. General concepts of microbial physiology, taxonomy, genetics, host immune response, and antimicrobial therapy are also presented. The laboratory portion of the course will provide hands-on experience in the handling and identification of each microbe class. A term paper is required. Credit cannot be received for both BMD402 and BMD502
Cross-Listed: BMD 402
BMD 503 Molecular Basis of Cancer 3 cr
This course will be a discussion of the biological and molecular features of oncogenesis and clinical cancer focusing on the specific molecular events underlying carcinogenesis, metastasis, and angiogenesis. Case study learning will be integrated into the course to engage students in understanding the societal implications of cancer. A term paper is required. Credit cannot be received for both BMD 403 and BMD 503.
Cross-Listed: BMD 403
BMD 507 Advanced Physiology 4 cr
The foundation of the biomedical sciences in physiology - the study of the function of the human body. This course will cover advanced concepts in body function from the molecular, cellular, and organ levels. In addition, there will be a weekly focus on current literature reports that coordinate with recent lecture topics.
BMD 508 Human Gross Anatomy 4 cr
This is a course in gross anatomy of human body systems utilizing human cadavers and prosected specimens. Emphasis is placed on the relationships between structure and function. The lecture component of the course will presented through live in person lectures and recorded video lectures on selected topics. The laboratory component will consist of dissection of human cadaver. Prosected material, skeleton models and diagnostic imaging will be introduced for each area of dissection.
BMD 511 Women's Health 3 cr
This course is an introduction to the medical, research, and public health issues surrounding women?s health. Female anatomy and physiology, pregnancy and childbirth, and diseases disproportionately affecting women will be presented. Historical and current social and economic perspectives on women?s roles in healthcare, science, and society will be discussed.
Prerequisite: BLY 121 Minimum Grade of D
BMD 520 Pharmacology 3 cr
This course will help students master the practical competencies of basic pharmacology. It will focus on the pharmacology of drugs including their classification and origin, pharmacokinetics, mechanism of action, indications, contraindications, adverse and side effects, drug interactions, and use in special patient populations. You will learn how drugs affect different biological systems, how the body responds to those drugs, and why one drug does not fit all. It is the responsibility of the student to go over the biochemistry and physiology concepts learned in previous courses to better understand this course.
Cross-Listed: BMD 420
BMD 534 Human Physiology 6 cr
Prerequisite: (BLY 121 Minimum Grade of D or BLY 141 Minimum Grade of D) and (BLY 122 Minimum Grade of D or BLY 142 Minimum Grade of D) and (CH 115 Minimum Grade of D or CH 131 Minimum Grade of D) and (CH 116 Minimum Grade of D or CH 132 Minimum Grade of D)
Corequisite: BMD 536
BMD 590 Special Topics 1-3 cr
This course provides in-depth study on current topics in biomedical sciences. Permission of Graduate Coordinator or Department Chair required.
Cross-Listed: BMD 490
BMD 594 Directed Studies 1-3 cr
With the guidance of a faculty mentor, students will complete an independent research project (quantitative or qualitative) that will include a complete literature search, hypothesis development and testing through either laboratory experiments or meta-analysis, and final written report and analysis. Approval by the mentor and/or Graduate Director is required.
Cross-Listed: BMD 494
Faculty
| Faculty Name | Faculty Department | Faculty Position | Degrees Held |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gorelik, Gabriela | Biomedical Sciences | Assistant Professor | BS, Univ of Buenos Aires PHD, Univ of Buenos Aires |
| Henry, Alison K'Ann | Biomedical Sciences | Instructor | BS, Texas A & M University MS, Virginia Polytechnic Inst and EDD, University of South Alabama |
| Mockett, Robin Jon | Biomedical Sciences | Associate Professor | BS, Queens University PHD, Southern Methodist University |
| Ravine, Terrence J. | Biomedical Sciences | Associate Professor | BSMT, University of Akron MS, University of Akron PHD, Virginia Commonwealth U |
| Renema, Phoibe | Biomedical Sciences | Assistant Professor | BS, Pensacola Christian College PHD, University of South Alabama |
| Rice, Nancy Ann | Biomedical Sciences | Professor | BS, Western Kentucky University PHD, Univ of Tenn Hlth Sci Center |
| Shokolenko, Inna Nikolaevna | Biomedical Sciences | Associate Professor | MS, Kiev State Linguistic Univ PHD, Univ of South Alabama - COM |
| Swiger, Brad M. | Biomedical Sciences | Assistant Professor | BS, University of South Alabama PHD, University of South Alabama |
| Thulasiraman, Padmamalini | Biomedical Sciences | Associate Professor | BS, McGill University Quebec MS, University of Oklahoma-Norman PHD, University of Illinois-Urbana |
| Urankar, Sarah Elizabeth | Biomedical Sciences | Instructor | BS, East Carolina University MS, East Carolina University |