OTHP 6203 - Occupational Adaptations and Assistive Technology
Analysis of occupation as a therapeutic method including the adaptation of the person, task, environment and/or context to promote optimal health and occupational performance. Includes assessment, design and implementation of assistive technology.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 1st semester MHS courses or permission from the chair.
Integration of motor control and motor learning approaches related to occupational therapy interventions includes the analysis of posture, balance, quality of movement, and the impact on occupational performance. Promotion of client centered health, analysis of impairments, and methods to positively influence movement for occupational performance.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of 1st semester MHS courses or permission from the chair.
Study of movement emphasizing biomechanical analysis of foundational structures and skills that provide the basis for normal movement patterns. Application of the biomechanical frame of reference as utilized by occupational therapists to evaluate range of motion, strength, endurance, sensation, and edema.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 1st semester MHS courses and/or permission from the chair.
Application of theories, models of practice, and frames of reference to determine and implement interventions to address orthopedic, neurological, and general medical impairments that influence occupational performance outcomes among adults. Emphasizes development of skills reflective of current practice including construction of adaptive equipment, assistive technology, fabrication of orthoses, and the use of adjunctive treatment methods. Various reimbursement systems and environments are examined, including acute, chronic, rehabilitation, and outpatient settings. Includes Level I fieldwork.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 6 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 9
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy, MHS_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
OTHP 6304 - Applied Concepts of Wellness and Illness
A critical analysis of the promotion of health and wellness and the body’s response to stress, illness or injury across the life span. Physiological concepts, systems and processes related to systems, maturation and healing pertaining to rehabilitation models of practice are included. Includes current health care trends, coding, pharmacological practices and evidence for evaluation and intervention. examines the World Health Organization classifications and the implications on occupation.
Prerequisite: Admission to the graduate MHS program.
An overview of the conditions most frequently seen in clients receiving occupational therapy. Physiological concepts, systems and processes related to systems, maturation and healing pertaining to rehabilitation models of practice are included. Includes current health care trends, coding, pharmacological practices and evidence for evaluation and intervention. Examines the World Health Organization classifications and the implications on occupation.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: ANAT7300 >= C
Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 1
Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
Application of critical reasoning and selected theories and intervention approaches for mental health. Includes principles of health promotion, occupationally based intervention models and the application of selected individual and/or group programming within health and community based settings. Therapeutic use of self, conflict management and an understanding of cultural diversity are emphasized. Prerequisite: Successful completion of 1st semester MHS courses and/or permission from the chair.
Continuation of the overview of the conditions most frequently seen in clients receiving occupational therapy. Physiological concepts, systems and processes related to systems, maturation and healing pertaining to rehabilitation models of practice are included. Includes current health care trends, pharmacological practices and evidence for evaluation and intervention.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: OTHP6310 >= C
Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 1
Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
Promotion of occupational performance using a variety of adult models of practice. Special emphasis is placed on prevention, health promotion and wellness concepts; sports/leisure related services; low vision; vestibular rehabilitation; driver rehabilitation and cognitive care. Special emphasis is placed on older adult health trends. Various reimbursement systems and settings are examined including the community, private contracting, skilled nursing facilities and home health. Prerequisite: Successful completion of 2nd semester MHS coursework and/or permission of the Chair.
Identification and evaluation of the occupational therapy process applied with the 0-21 population with atypical development, acquisition of occupational roles, and the influence of the person, health, task and the environment. Emphasizes treatment using pediatric frames of reference and working collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams in a variety of environments with children and their families. Includes Level I fieldwork.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 5
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy, MHS_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
OTHP 6501 - Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Research Process
The process of evidence-based practice (EBP) and research is introduced, along with introduction of skills required for engaging in both the early exploration of the literature required for research and EBP. The course uses a flipped-classroom approach, with short learning modules presented through video or voice thread in D2L, and 1-hour class sessions reinforcing content with in-class activities.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 1
Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
This course focuses on the knowledge and understanding of qualitative and quantitative research designs used to answer clinical and professional research questions. Students will develop and use statistical methods and qualitative analytic approaches to understand processes used in research. Students will continue to engage in evidence based processes in clinical settings and through continued application to a mentor-driven scholarly project.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: OTHP6501 >= C
Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 2
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 1
Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
This course focuses on the critical appraisal and application of international and national literature within clinical practice settings for occupational therapists. Students will use the evidence-based process in making practice related assessment and intervention decisions. Additionally, learners will continue their mentored scholarly project in groups with allocated class time for continuing this process.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: OTHP6505 >= C
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 1
Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
Continued development of a scholarly research process through data collection, data analysis, and preliminary work on publications and presentations related to the process of dissemination. Students are expected to spend their time engaged in an active scholarly pursuit in collaboration with their research mentor.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
Prerequisites: OTHP6510 >= C
Credit Hours: 2 Other Contact Hours: 2
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 1
Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
OTHP 6600 - Mental Health & Psychosocial Evaluation & Intervention
Application of critical reasoning and selected theories and intervention approaches for mental health. Includes principles of health promotion,
occupationally based intervention models and the application of selected individual and/or group programming within health and community based settings. Therapeutic use of self, conflict management and an understanding of cultural diversity are emphasized. Prerequisite: Successful completion of 1st semester MHS courses and/or permission from the chair.
Promotion of occupational performance using a variety of adult models of practice. Special emphasis is placed on prevention, health promotion and wellness concepts; sports/leisure related services; low vision; vestibular rehabilitation; driver rehabilitation and cognitive care. Special emphasis is placed on older adult health trends. Various reimbursement systems and settings are examined including the community, private contracting, skilled nursing facilities and home health. Prerequisite: Successful completion of 2nd semester MHS coursework and/or permission of the Chair.
Selection and application of the appropriate assessments and interventions of the occupational therapy process with the 0-21 client population. Emphasis is placed on
analyzing atypical development, acquisition of the occupational therapy roles and pediatric approaches. Use of client and family centered care is implemented in a variety of settings and reimbursement models. Collaboration and advocacy within interdisciplinary teams are included.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 3rd semester MHS coursework or permission of Chair.
Occupationally based theories and evidence based approaches for the selection and application of family and client centered care. Use of appropriate assessments and interventions for impairments, illnesses, or injuries related to adult health conditions. Synthesis and application of outcomes related care for clients with orthopedic, neurological, and general medical and health related conditions. Application of adaptive equipment, assistive technology, fabrication of orthoses, and adjunctive intervention methods are included. Various reimbursement systems, settings, and the continuum of care are addressed.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 2nd semester MHS coursework or permission of Chair.
Prerequisites: Graduate admission to the MHS in OT degree program; completion of 3rd semester coursework; or permission of instructor/Chair.
Study of work and ergonomic principles to enhance occupational performance. Emphasis is on program design and implementation of outcome based work related programs. Settings include clinics, private practice, community, and the industrial work place. Regulatory guidelines are included.
OTHP 6609 - Community, Societal & Population Models of Practice
In this course, the Occupational Therapy Student will use a collaborative process involving the identification of a problem, creation of possible solutions, and assessment of their effectiveness in a community –based practice setting. Learners will assess client/family or community based health needs and design, develop and implement an evidence based program to address the identified needs. This includes the examination of issues and trends influencing community based practice, proposal creation, contractual agreement as necessary, identification of possible funding sources, outcome benchmarks, and promotional/marketing strategies for a community based setting. The course addresses community based and emerging practice settings across the life span. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the 3rd semester MHS course work or permission of the Instructor/Chair.
Contemporary practice assessment and interventions addressing work and ergonomics, vision and vestibular rehabilitation, driving, sensory integration, and dysphagia care. Cultural importance of occupations and roles will be included.
Course Prerequisites: Graduate admission to the MHS in OT degree program; completion of 3rd semester coursework; or permission of Instructor/Chair.
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy, MS_OTHP-Occupational Therapy Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
In this course, the Occupational Therapy Student will use a collaborative process involving the identification of a problem, creation of possible solutions, and assessment of their effectiveness in a community –based practice setting. Learners will assess client/family or community based health needs and design, develop and implement an evidence based program to address the identified needs. This includes the examination of issues and trends influencing community based practice, proposal creation, contractual agreement as necessary, identification of possible funding sources, outcome benchmarks, and promotional/marketing strategies for a community based setting. The course addresses community based and emerging practice settings across the life span. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the 3rd semester MHS course work or permission of the Instructor/Chair.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 4
Repeat Status: No
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Major Restrictions: Occupational Therapy Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
OTHP 6704 - Professional Issues and Service Management
Application of administrative and supervisory processes including professional standards and competencies, program evaluation, case management, advocacy reimbursement issues, marketing, analysis of outcomes, productivity, current policy issues and trends in the profession. Applies management principles and processes to appropriate methods within a variety of service delivery systems and models.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2
Repeat Status: No
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Major Restrictions: Occupational Therapy Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy Degree Restrictions: Master of Health Science
OTHP 6706 - Future Directions in Occupational Therapy
Students in this course will examine literature and resources from a variety of sources such as professional associations, governmental reports, and international literature related to individual, group and population health as well as current trends and future vision in terms of service delivery in medical, education, and community settings.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: OTHP6510 >= C
Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 1
Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
OTHP 6708 - Professional Issues and Service Management
Application of administrative and professional leadership processes including standards of practice and competencies; needs assessments, program development, outcome management, reimbursement, ethics, policy and trends in health care. Includes
management process, advocacy and promotion. Personal professional development and competencies are included.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 4th semester coursework or permission of the Chair.
OTHP 6710 - Professional Development and Competencies
This courses uses critical analyses of professional entry competencies for the occupational therapists including certification, licensure, and professional development responsibilities. A programmatic review and professional self assessment are conducted. Experiences include critical appraisal of components of a professional evaluation including educational, employment, certification results, fieldwork, research/scholarship success, and service/community outreach outcomes. Evaluation data will be critically examined with developed improvement plans captured in a strategic planning process. Ethics, supervision, liability, and advanced professional development planning are included.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1
Repeat Status: No
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Major Restrictions: Occupational Therapy Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
Advance studies in school based settings emphasizing regulatory guidelines, roles, IEPs, and delivery of services within an intra and interdisciplinary delineation, equipment and accessibility considerations, documentation, client and family centered care and consulting are included.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 4th semester MHS coursework; or permission of the Chair.
Prerequisites: Graduate admission to the MHS in OT degree program; permission of Chair or instructor.
Student investigation of a topic of interest or need.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 1 TO 4 Lecture Hours: 1 TO 4 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy, MHS_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
OTHP 6901 - Sensory Integration/Advanced Topics in Pediatric Practice
Prerequisites: Graduate admission to the MHS in OT degree program; permission of Chair or instructor.
Student investigation of specialty practice(s) in pediatrics and sensory integrative theory and implications for practice. A review of evidence-based literature and the implications for occupational practice are examined.
Prerequisites: Graduate admission to the MHS in OT degree program; permission of Chair or instructor.
A scientific review of the vestibular system and the implications for clinical intervention. Clinical case studies and a review of current evidence based literature are analyzed with implications identified for practice and research.
Prerequisites: Graduate admission to the MHS in OT degree program; permission of Chair or instructor.
In-depth study of the vision system, common diagnostic populations, and related impairments. Case based learning and the implications for clinical practice are included. A review of evidence based practice trends are analyzed with outcome benchmarks identified.
Prerequisites: Graduate admission to the MHS in OT degree program; permission of the instructor or Chair.
Advanced investigation of cognition and the implications on occupational performance. Research related to cognitive rehabilitation in occupational therapy is reviewed. Implications for occupational services are analyzed within a reimbursement, effectiveness and cost-effective practice. Models of restoration, compensation, and adaptation are analyzed.
OTHP 6907 - Advanced Musculoskeletal Investigation of Upper Extremity
Prerequisites: Graduate admission to the MHS in OT degree program; permission of the Chair or instructor.
Application of specialized musculoskeletal evaluation and intervention strategies for upper extremity impairments.
OTHP 6908 - Advanced Splinting in Hand and Upper Extremity Rehabilitation
Prerequisites: Graduate admission to the MHS in OT degree program; permission of Chair or instructor.
Design and fabricate splints for complex upper extremity impairment.
Prerequisites: Graduate admission to the MHS in OT degree program; permission of Chair or instructor.
Application of ergonomic theory related to occupational performance and productivity. Evaluation and treatment principles to enhance performance are identified for industrial and rehabilitation settings. Evidence based literature are reviewed and current trends for practice are synthesized.
OTHP 6910 - International Fieldwork Experience Seminar
This course consists of a range of classroom sessions, activities and assignments that have been developed to facilitate the student experience in an international Level I Fieldwork experience. Students in this course will actively engage in a variety of experiences to gain an understanding about the country of travel and cultural competency. Students are required to engage in project development activities and participate in debriefing sessions post trip.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 2 Other Contact Hours: 2
Repeat Status: No Co-Requisites: OTHP6001, OTHP6003
Major Restrictions: Occupational Therapy Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy Degree Restrictions: Master of Health Science in OT
Intensive practicum to address the development of competent, entry-level, generalist occupational therapist. Level II Fieldwork experiences are assigned based on the program curriculum design, and includes in-depth experience in delivering occupational therapy services to clients. The fieldwork experiences focus on the application of purposeful and meaningful occupation and research, administration, and management of occupational services.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 4th semester MHS courses.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 9 Other Contact Hours: 40
Repeat Status: No
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy, MHS_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
Intensive practicum to address the development of competent, entry-level, generalist occupational therapist. Level II Fieldwork experiences are assigned based on the program curriculum design, and includes in-depth experience in delivering occupational therapy services to clients. The fieldwork experiences focus on the application of purposeful and meaningful occupation and research, administration, and management of occupational services. Full-time fieldwork experience applying clinical reasoning in a practice environment.
Prerequisite: Successful completion fieldwork II A or permission of Academic Fieldwork Coordinator.
OTHP 7303 - Contemporary Practice in Occupational Therapy
Examination of issues and trends influencing community based practice. Involves the development of a community based program proposal including a contractual agreement, identification of funding sources, outcome benchmarks and promotional and marketing strategies for a community based setting. Includes Level 1 Fieldwork in a community based or non-traditional setting.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 1 Other Contact Hours: 6
Repeat Status: No
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Major Restrictions: Occupational Therapy Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
Full-time fieldwork experience in an identified practice area. Rotation duration is variable and negotiated with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and the identified fieldwork site.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of OTHP 7009 and 7010.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 1 TO 9 Lecture Hours: 1 TO 9 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0
Repeat Status: No
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: MHSOT_OTHP-Occupational Therapy, MHS_OTHP-Occupational Therapy
Prerequisite: None
The student participates with the residents and faculty in their daily clinical activities. This includes seeing and evaluating patients in the outpatient clinic with the residents and faculty, participation in conferences and lectures, and observation of some surgical procedures.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 7 Lecture Hours: 6 Other Contact Hours: 35
Prerequisite: None
An area of mutual interest to the student and faculty supervisor will be selected and the student will outline his research project with literature references and carry it out under supervision. A written report on the project is required at the end of the elective period.
Prerequisite: None
Special arrangements can be made for elective periods of one or two months in a Department of Ophthalmology at another medical school or one that is affiliated with a medical school (Canada or USA), to study some phase of ophthalmology such as ophthalmic pathology, neuroophthalmology etc. Written approval must be obtained in advance from both the MCG Department of Ophthalmology (D. Thomas) and the Department where the elective is to be taken. A description of the off campus elective, including the names(s) of the supervising faculty member(s), must be submitted to the MCG Department of Ophthalmology before approval to take the course for credit can be considered. In addition, a letter of evaluation with specific comments regarding the student’s performance and a brief description of the work completed must be received from the Department Chairman or the supervising faculty member in the Department where the off campus elective is taken. Credit for the course will not be given until all of the above have been satisfactorily completed.
Learn experimental formulation, design, and implementation. Become familiar with standard molecular biology assays. Conduct relevant and worthwhile research in the field of ophthalmology.
This course includes lectures and clinico-pathological conferences on the basic principles of disease, relevant histopathology and the underlying mechanism at the cellular and subcellular levels. The topics include cell pathology, inflammatory process, hemodynamic disturbances, genetic and metabolic disorders and neoplasia. In addition, pathology of the systemic organs is covered.
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Sci in Oral Biology
Prerequisites: D.M.D., D.D.S., or equivalent; 2 years dental school for combined programs.
This course is composed of three blocks. The first block addresses hard tissue biology in which the anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry of bone and teeth are emphasized. The second block is devoted to temporomandibular joint disorders, and emphasizes the fundamental basic science that is essential in understanding the clinical problems related to the temporomandibular joint. The third block is regeneration/repair of orofacial tissues and emphasizes growth and differentiation of hard and soft tissues and the biochemical basis of wound healing.
Prerequisites: D.M.D., D.D.S., or equivalent; 2 yrs dental school for combined programs.
The course is composed of two blocks. The first block is hemostasis and bleeding disorders which deals with fundamental concepts in the biochemistry, anatomy and physiology of the hemostatic response and bleeding disorders. The second block is orofacial infections in which the types of orofacial infections along with the causative agents, the role of lymphatic and other anatomic structures in the spread of infection, host defense mechanisms and anti-microbial therapies are presented.
Prerequisites: D.M.D., D.D.S., or equivalent; 2 yrs dental school for combined programs.
The course is composed of three major blocks. The first block is a series of lectures on pain and anxiety management in dentistry. The second block addresses the dental management of the medically complex patient. The third block covers salivary gland function in health and disease.
The course is composed of two blocks. The first block is a series of lectures related to molecular pathology. The second block emphasizes genetics as it relates to orofacial anomalies and defects. This course is a multidisciplinary approach to these topics.
This course is comprised of a series of lectures on Advanced Oral Pathology with emphasis on the etiology, mechanisms, and state of the art diagnostic measures and prognostic evaluation.
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Sci in Oral Biology
This course presents the entering oral biology graduate students with the range of opportunities available on campus (facilities, faculty, and instrumentation/techniques) to them to pursue for the purposes of fulfilling their master’s or doctoral research requirements. Additional topics to be covered include fundamentals of computer literacy required to develop, present, and perform an acceptable, graduate-level research project: word processing, spreadsheet software, computer presentation programs, and reference management. Also, the student will be presented with facilities to perform on-line data searching. A series of short presentations concerning frequently utilized statistical methods will be presented. The student will also be introduced to the basics of structure, organizations, and format of an acceptable research proposal and manuscript.
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Sci in Oral Biology
This course is composed of three blocks. The first block addresses hard tissue biology in which the anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry of bone and teeth are emphasized. The second block is devoted to temporomandibular joint disorders, and emphasizes the fundamental basic science that is essential in understanding the clinical problems related to the temporomandibular joint. The third block is regeneration/repair of orofacial tissues and emphasizes growth and differentiation of hard and soft tissues and the biochemical basis of wound healing.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Other Contact Hours: 1
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: DPHIL_UNDCL-Biomedical Sciences Undeclared Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
The course is composed of two blocks. The first block is hemostasis and bleeding disorders which deals with fundamental concepts in the biochemistry, anatomy, and physiology of the hemostatic response and bleeding disorders. The second block is orofacial infections in which the types of orofacial infections along with the causative agents, the role of lymphatic and other anatomic structures in the spread of infection, host defense mechanisms and anti-microbial therapies are presented.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Other Contact Hours: 1
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: DPHIL_OBMP-Oral Bio & Maxillofacial Path
This course presents three modules each focused on a topic which is pivotal to the practice of clinical dentistry. These include 1) management of pain and anxiety in dentistry, 2) dental management of medically complex patients, and 3) salivary gland structure and function. A multidisciplinary approach will integrate relevant information from various basic science disciplines to achieve comprehensive presentation of each topic.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Other Contact Hours: 1
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: DPHIL_UNDCL-Biomedical Sciences Undeclared Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
This course includes lecture series on the basic principles of disease, relevant morphological and biochemical features, and the underlying mechanism at the cellular, subcellular, and molecular level. The course is composed of three blocks: I. Molecular Pathology; II. Mechanisms in Normal and Abnormal Cell Proliferation; III. Normal and Abnormal Craniofacial Development. Specific topics include advanced concepts of disease at the cellular and subcellular level, to include principles and basic mechanisms of cell injury, inflammation, signal transduction, carcinogenesis, oncogenes, and neoplasia. Concepts of craniofacial development are discussed from genetic and embryological perspectives. An overview of current corrective measures, potential genetic therapies, and ethical considerations are also addressed.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Other Contact Hours: 1
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: DPHIL_UNDCL-Biomedical Sciences Undeclared Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
This course consists of several one hour seminars that will be presented by dental faculty, graduate students and invited lecturers. The seminar topics will be related to the research being conducted by each presenter.
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Sci in Oral Biology
Current 9001: This course is composed of three blocks. The first block addresses hard tissue biology in which the anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry of bone and teeth are emphasized. The second block is devoted to temporomandibular joint disorders, and emphasizes the fundamental basic science that is essential in understanding the clinical problems related to the temporomandibular joint. The third block is regeneration/repair of orofacial tissues and emphasizes growth and differentiation of hard and soft tissues and the biochemical basis of wound healing.
OBMP 9011: Topics in Oral Biology I Supplemental. A student may register for OBMP 9011 for 1 h if the student has already taken OBMP 8001, earned a B or higher in the course, and taken within five years.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: OBMP8001 >= B
Credit Hours: 1 Other Contact Hours: 1
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
Campus Restrictions: Main campus Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
OBMP 9012 - Topics in Oral Biology II Supplemental
The course is composed of two blocks. The first block is hemostasis and bleeding disorders which deals with fundamental concepts in the biochemistry, anatomy and physiology of the hemostatic response and bleeding disorders. The second block is orofacial infections in which the types of orofacial infections along with the causative agents, the role of lymphatic and other anatomic structures in the spread of infection, host defense mechanisms and anti-microbial therapies are presented.
Weekly presentation and discussion of recent journal articles in the field of oral biology. All students enrolled will be required to present at least one journal paper per semester and will be expected to lead the discussion and answer questions in relation to the specific background, method, results, discussion, and conclusions as it relates to the paper and field in general.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
Credit Hours: 1 Other Contact Hours: 1
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
Program Restrictions: DPHIL_OBMP-Oral Bio & Maxillofacial Path, MSOB_OBIO-Oral Biology
The student works with individual faculty members on a specific investigative research problem. This provides an introduction to analytical techniques and the scientific method in action.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Credit Hours: 1 TO 12 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Program Restrictions: DPHIL_OBMP-Oral Bio & Maxillofacial Path, MSOB_OBIO-Oral Biology Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester
Prerequisites: Permanent assignment to a specific lab with a faculty advisor and a defined research project.
The student works closely with his faculty thesis/dissertation advisor on an in-depth study of a research problem of interest to both student and advisor. This course culminates in the preparation of the PhD dissertation or MS thesis.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Credit Hours: 1 TO 16 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Program Restrictions: DPHIL_OBMP-Oral Bio & Maxillofacial Path, MSOB_OBIO-Oral Biology Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester
This course includes lecture series on the basic principles of disease, relevant morphological and biochemical features and the underlying mechanism at the cellular, subcellular and molecular level. The course is composed of three blocks: I. Molecular Pathology; II. Mechanisms in Normal and Abnormal Cell Proliferation; III. Normal and Abnormal Craniofacial Development.
This course is designed to meet the educational endeavors in oral and para-oral pathology for residents in various clinical disciplines and graduate students in oral biology and maxillofacial pathology. The course includes the most current advanced oral pathology parameters derived from various clinical and scientific journals. The subjects of lectures are compiled in consultation with the clinical residency directors over the years.
Through the presentation of current research by students and faculty, the students will become conversant with scientific methods and literature. Upon graduation from the program, students will be competent and experienced in presenting their scientific results to audiences of their peers.
Weekly presentation and discussion of recent journal articles in the field of oral biology. All students enrolled will be required to present at least one journal paper per semester and will be expected to lead the discussion and answer questions in relation to the specific background, method, results, discussion, and conclusions as it relates to the paper and field in general.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
Credit Hours: 1 Other Contact Hours: 1
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
College Restrictions: Residents Level Restrictions: Professional Semester