Certificate of Interdisciplinary Health Science
About the Program
24.0 semester credits
The Certificate of Interdisciplinary Health Science is designed to give students an opportunity to learn about the many professional venues through which medicine is practiced and health care delivered in this country, while taking graduate electives in a variety of medical and health related-sciences. Through rigorous coursework, students will be able to prepare for a broad spectrum of professional opportunities within the health sciences.
Applicants to the program are required to have a bachelor’s degree from a US accredited institution, or its equivalent. The student should have successfully completed the minimum science courses required for application to medical school and have a minimum GPA of approximately 2.75 or better. In addition, students should have approximately a 20 or better on the MCAT exam with no science section below 7, or have scores in the 50th percentile on the general GRE.
Degree Requirements
Students take 12-18 credits per semester for a minimum of 24 total credits, working with an advisor to select the courses that best suit their career goals.
| Fall | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| IHS 500S | Career Counseling in the Health Sciences Seminar I | 1 |
| Working with an advisor, students select four courses from the following: | 11.0 | |
| ETHICAL ISSUES IN RESEARCH | ||
| INTRO TO CLINICAL TRIALS | ||
| SCIENTIFIC WRITING & MED LIT | ||
| Current Federal Regulatory Issues in Biomedical Research | ||
| PHARMACEUTICAL LAW | ||
| LEADERSHIP SKILLS | ||
| FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPLIANCE | ||
| Informatics in Pharm Res & Development | ||
| Techniques: Crime Scene Investigations | ||
| Latent Fingerprint Analysis | ||
| Techniques ofInterview & Interrogation | ||
| MICROBIOLOGY WITH LAB | ||
| ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT I | ||
| Animal Anatomy | ||
| EMBRYOLOGY | ||
| ANIMAL MODELS FOR BIOMED. RES. | ||
| FUNDAMENTALS OF HISTOLOGY | ||
| Biological Aspects - Forensic Sciences | ||
| Introduction to Criminal Law and Trial Process | ||
| Histotechnology I | ||
| Medical Microbiology I | ||
| EMBRYOLOGY | ||
| GRADUATE PHARMACOLOGY | ||
| CONCEPTS IN BIOCH & CELL BIOLO | ||
| Spring | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| IHS 501S | Career Counseling in the Health Sciences Seminar II | 1 |
| IHS 502S | Neuropharmacology | 3 |
| MSPP 525S | COMMUNITY DIMENSIONS OF MEDICI | 2 |
| Working with an advisor, students select two additional courses from the following: | 6.0 | |
| Principles of Epidemiology | ||
| Bloodstream Pattern Analysis | ||
| BIOLOGY & CARE OF LAB ANIMALS | ||
| Medical Microbiology II | ||
| SPECIAL TOPICS IN ANATOMY | ||
| BIOLOGICAL FUNCTION & REGULATI | ||
| PHARMACEUTICAL LAW | ||
| Total Credits | 24.0 | |
For more information, visit the Drexel University College of Medicine web page.
Clinical Research Courses
CR 500S EPIDEMIOLOGY3.0 Credits
Epidemiology is at the core of research professions as it is the study of the distribution, determinants, and the course of health related events in populations, and the efficacy and effectiveness of prevention and intervention strategies.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for NaN credits
CR 501S Emerging Trends in Medical Device History3.0 Credits
The goal of this course is to focus on the various trends that impact the research and development process inherent in the medical device industry. Case studies representing several therapeutic categories will be discussed from a business, medical scientific, ethical, regulatory and bio-medical engineering perspective.
CR 505S ETHICAL ISSUES IN RESEARCH3.0 Credits
Students explore ethical issues to sound clinical research, review the foundations of regulations for clinical investigations, and to better understand the operational imperatives of Good Clinical Practices.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
CR 510S SPONSORED PROJECTS FINANCE3.0 Credits
The study of managing and monitoring external funding sources for research projects. Topics include: rules and regulations, proposal preparation and submission, cost accounting standards, salaries and benefits of staff, direct and indirect costs, the costing of equipment and facility use.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for NaN credits
CR 511S The History of Misconduct in Biomedical Research3.0 Credits
College/Department: Medicine/SOM - Professional Studies
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 1 times for NaN credits
CR 512S Fundamentals of Academic Research Adminstration3.0 Credits
College/Department: Medicine/SOM - Professional Studies
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 1 times for 3 credits
CR 513S Pharmaceutical R&D: Business Process and Infromation Flow3.0 Credits
College/Department: Medicine/SOM - Professional Studies
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 1 times for NaN credits
CR 514S World Wide Regulatory Submissions3.0 Credits
College/Department: Biomedical Graduate Studies_COM/SOM - Professional Studies
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 1 times for NaN credits
CR 515S INTRO TO CLINICAL TRIALS3.0 Credits
This course introduces regulatory responsibilities of clinical investigators, sponsors, monitors, IRBs, FDA -all those parties intimately involved in clinical research. Information and exercises are designed to reinforce the elements of Good Clinical Practices.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
CR 520S Applications of Clinical Research Biostatistics3.0 Credits
College/Department: Medicine/SOM - Professional Studies
CR 525S SCIENTIFIC WRITING & MED LIT3.0 Credits
This course teaches the medical professional the ability to read for understanding, and evaluate validity of information a medical or scientific paper. In addition, the student learns how to recognize various types of medical literature and the basics of how to perform a review of the medical literature.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for 6 credits
CR 530S TECH TRANSFER3.0 Credits
The study of leveraging research capabilities with the marketplace and communicating research results for public benefit. Topics to include: the identification, management, development and commercialization of marketable research and technologies. Additional topics include patents and licensing.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for NaN credits
CR 535S Current Federal Regulatory Issues in Biomedical Research3.0 Credits
College/Department: Medicine/SOM - Professional Studies
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 1 times for 3 credits
CR 545S PHARMACEUTICAL LAW3.0 Credits
Presents principles and practices of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act governing the research and development of pharmaceuticals and biologics for both humans and animals including an analysis of legal and social constructs affecting industry and the academic clinical investigator with emphasis on FDA enforcement actions.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
CR 550S LEADERSHIP SKILLS3.0 Credits
This course is an in-depth analysis of specific human capital, organizational behavior and project management issues facing research facilities as they pertain to larger, integrated organizations. Selected topics include: high impact communications, negotiating, motivation and recognition.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for 6 credits
CR 555S COMPLIANCE & MONITORING ISSUES3.0 Credits
This course focuses on measuring and improving clinical trial performance as a means of saving time and money, while ensuring quality health care, as well as offering to patients both safe and effective therapeutic products. Students are required to develop milestone efficiencies through the use of process-performance data.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
CR 560S SPECIAL TOPICS3.0 Credits
Individualizes enhancement to core curriculum in research. Students will determine which extracurricular lectures and events they will attend based on their interest and career intent.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for NaN credits
CR 565S Contemporary Issues in Human Research Protection3.0 Credits
College/Department: Medicine/SOM - Professional Studies
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 1 times for 3 credits
CR 570S Principles and Practice of Pharmacovigilance3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the ethical, clinical, and regulatory complexities of medication safety and matters thinking skills for improving the quality and effectiveness of drug safety monitoring for both the pharmaceutical industry and its impact on the public.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
CR 600S DESIGNING THE CLINICAL TRIAL3.0 Credits
Designers and ethical, clinical, strategic issues surrounding clinical drug research are the focus of this course. Topics include design of trials for Phases one though four, an overview of the statistical component of a clinical trial, monitoring of the trial, and managing clinical data.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: CR 515S [Min Grade: C]
CR 609S INNOVATIVE PRODUCE DEVELOPMENT3.0 Credits
This comprehensive course provides a solid foundation in new therapeutic product research and development for the subsequent courses in the CROM program. This course focuses on the process of drug and medical device development from early research, discovery, and product formulation, through the federal requirements form proving safety and efficacy. May be repeated twice for credit.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
CR 612S FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPLIANCE3.0 Credits
The study of the federal bodies and regulations that govern research. Topics include: the rules and regulations surrounding HIPAA and how it affects research on human subjects, the history and current role of the FDA, IACUC, and the IRB within the research arena. May be repeated twice for credit.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 0 times for 6 credits
CR 614S Pharmacotherapy in New Drug R&D3.0 Credits
Through the use of selected readings, case studies available from the FDA, and Blackboard discussions, this course will integrate preclinical/clinical research pharmaceutical operations along with federal regulatory approval principles, emphasizing the essentials of pharmacokinetic /pharmacodynamic activity of medications as the sound basis for understanding the clinical application of drug therapy with specific populations.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is CR or major is CROM.
CR 616S Intro to Therapeutic Products3.0 Credits
This course is designed to provide an overview of the diverse marketing and advertising practices and strategies of the pharmaceutical industry and their impact on the professional healthcare infrastructure, as well as on the healthcare recipient population. Students will be encouraged to develop skills to crucially evaluate the marketing techniques of the pharmaceutical industry.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is CR or major is CROM.
CR 617S Informatics in Pharm Res & Development3.0 Credits
Using a combination of printed materials, case studies, literature reviews, and on-line discussions, this course will cover past and present contributions of computer applications in pharmaceutical research and development. In addition, the student will be challenged to portend where technological advances may prove to be strategically beneficial in the future.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is CR or major is CROM.
CR 620S BIOTECH/RESEARCH3.0 Credits
The study of the history, use and progression of biological techniques developed through basic research and now how it is applied to research and product development.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 0 times for NaN credits
CR 625S HEALTH POLICY AND ECONOMICS3.0 Credits
The study of the development, analysis and communication of economic data in the context of clinical research. May be repeated twice for credit.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for 6 credits
CR 630S TRANS RESEARCH3.0 Credits
The study of the conversion of research into information, resources or tools that can be used by the public to improve overall health and well-being. Students will learn the management and applicability issues in converting basic research discoveries and innovative ideas into clinical trials that lead to better treatment.
CR 633S QUALITY ASSURANCE AUDITS3.0 Credits
This course provides the student with an in-depth knowledge of compliance and quality assurance issues as well as the related regulations inherent in the drug development process. Students develop auditing plans and strategies for conducting compliance inspections.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
CR 635S STRATEGIC PLANNING3.0 Credits
This course introduces the student to the project management and planning process. Topics include: project communications, leadership, objectives, scope, success criteria, procurement, cost estimating, control mechanisms, developing mission statements and devising strategies that turn vision into reality. May be repeated twice for credit.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for 6 credits
CR 999S Special Topics1.0-3.0 Credit
College/Department: Medicine/SOM - Professional Studies
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
Forensic Science Courses
MFSP 502 Biological Aspects - Forensic Sciences3.0 Credits
Biological sciences of forensic pathology, toxicology, anthropology, and serological techniques/molecular biology. Methods of human identification, time, cause and manner of death. Study of the pathology of trauma, sudden and unexpected death, and child abuse, as well as the acquisition, identification and quantitation of drugs from biological materials.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 503 Forensic Anatomy and Physiology I3.0 Credits
An overview of human anatomy and physiology, with emphasis upon application within the forensic sciences. An organ system approach is followed, with each class incorporating relevant case studies addressed by class participants.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 504 Forensic Anatomy and Physiology II3.0 Credits
A continuation of MFSP 503. Overview of human anatomy and physiology, with emphasis upon application within the forensic sciences. An organ system approach is followed, with each class incorporating relevant case studies addressed by class participants.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 503 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 505 Forensic Pathology I3.0 Credits
Review of forensic pathology; human identification, time of death, injury causation and analysis, and determination of cause and manner of death. Includes pathology of natural disease, application of related fields such as forensic toxicology, anthropology and odontology. Integration of scene evidence to allow for scene reconstruction.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 502 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 506 Forensic Pathology II3.0 Credits
A continuation of MFSP 505. A review of forensic pathology; human identification, time of death, injury causation and analysis, and determination of cause and manner of death. Includes pathology of natural disease, application of related fields such as forensic toxicology, anthropology and odontology. Integration of scene evidence to allow for scene reconstruction.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 505 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 507 Forensic Anthropology I3.0 Credits
Discussion of human osteology and distinction of human skeletal remains from non-human, with applications to human identification, injury causation, time of death and natural disease. Excavation techniques, site reconstruction and human paleopathology are introduced. May be repeated once for credit.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 1 times for 3 credits
Prerequisites: MFSP 502 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 508 Forensic Anthropology II3.0 Credits
A continuation of MFSP 507. A discussion of human osteology and distinction of human skeletal remains from non-human, with applications to human identification, injury causation, time of death and natural disease. Excavation techniques, site reconstruction and human paleopathology are introduced. May be repeated once for credit.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 1 times for 3 credits
Prerequisites: MFSP 507 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 509 Forensic Toxicology I3.0 Credits
Review of the chemistry, biology and pharmacodynamic principles associated with forensic toxicology, with emphasis upon the forensic aspects of alcohol (ethanol), illicit drugs and selected prescription/over-the-counter pharmaceuticals. Separation techniques, means of drug identification and qualitative vs. confirmatory quantitative analytical procedures are discussed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 510 Forensic Toxicology II3.0 Credits
A continuation of MFSP 509. A review of the chemistry, biology and pharmacodynamic principles associated with forensic toxicology, with emphasis upon the forensic aspects of alcohol (ethanol), illicit drugs and selected prescription/over-the-counter pharmaceuticals. Separation techniques, means of drug identification and qualitative vs. confirmatory quantitative analytical procedures are discussed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 509 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 511 Criminal Law and the Courts I3.0 Credits
Discussion of those procedural rules affecting the collection and use of physical evidence in a court of law, with emphasis upon court opinions defining search and seizure and admissibility of evidence. Court opinion are illustrated though the introduction of relevant case studies.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 512 Criminal Law and the Courts II3.0 Credits
A continuation of MFSP 511. A discussion of those procedural rules affecting the collection and use of physical evidence in a court of law, with emphasis upon court opinions defining search and seizure and admissibility of evidence. Court opinion are illustrated though the introduction of relevant case studies.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 511 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 513 Summer Practicum4.0 Credits
The practicum is conducted at a variety of sites where students are able to get hands-on experiences in a broad variety of forensic areas.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 501 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 504 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 506 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 508 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 510 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 512 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 514 Forensic Statistics3.0 Credits
The application of statistical methods to the forensic sciences, to include population students, trend/data analysis, inference and means for surveillance/epidemiologic analysis of crime. Properties of basic probability functions and experimental design are addresses. Application to regional/national drug use patterns, homicide, and suicide are made.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 501 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 504 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 506 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 508 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 510 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 512 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 515 Cyber Crime3.0 Credits
Principles of handwriting analysis, printing, and duplication procedures, with discussion of paper manufacture, fiber analysis, and techniques utilized to assess document alterations. Discussion of computer technology, principle means of cyber crime and identity theft, and techniques for detection and prevention of same.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 501 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 504 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 506 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 508 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 510 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 512 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 516 Techniques: Crime Scene Investigations3.0 Credits
Introduction to the crime scene, with emphasis upon scene protection, means of documentation and evidence identification/collection. Chain-of-custody procedures, evidence submission/retention. Biohazard issues and legal considerations are addressed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 501 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 504 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 506 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 508 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 510 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 512 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 517 Arson and Explosive Analysis3.0 Credits
Chemistry of fire and relevant terminology for fire scene investigation. Points of origin, detection of accelerants, collection preservation of arson evidence, flammable residues are addressed. Introduction to the science of explosives, review of the collection and analysis of explosive residues/debris. Case students and techniques used in arson/explosion scene reconstruction.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 501 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 504 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 506 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 508 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 510 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 512 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 518 Latent Fingerprint Analysis3.0 Credits
Review of the fundamental principles of fingerprinting, with discussion of the history, means of fingerprint classification, and the utilization of Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems. Techniques utilized in the development of fingerprints at the crime scene and fingerprint preservation are addressed, as are relevant case studies and probability analysis applications.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 519 Introduction to Basic Forensic Engineering3.0 Credits
The use of science, methodology and engineering principles involved in the diagnosis of some common types of accidents and failures. Emphasis is stresses the necessity of the investigators ability to pursue multiple avenues of investigation simultaneously. A foundation of undergraduate pre-calculus and one term of undergraduate physics are presumed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 501 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 504 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 506 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 508 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 510 [Min Grade: C] and MFSP 512 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 520 Firearms & Tool Mark Analysis3.0 Credits
The study of class and individualizing characteristics of surface features of inanimate objects and their impressions. Review includes firearms analysis, including bullet and cartridge comparisons, analysis of gunpowder residues, and the collection and preservation of such evidence. Presentation of such evidence in a court room setting is addressed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 521 Techniques ofInterview & Interrogation3.0 Credits
The current principles used in the art of interviewing and interrogation are examined and discussed. The most popular principles and schools of thought on the topics are presented to provide the student with a multifaceted background. The polygraph and criminal personality profiling is covered.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 522 Trace Materials Analysis3.0 Credits
Trace materials in the forms of hair, fiber, paint, glass, soil, mineral and botanical evidence are examined and discussed. The proper identification, recovery, analysis and preservation of such materials are examined and practices. Application of such evidence to relevant case studies is presented.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 523 Vehicle Accident Recognition3.0 Credits
The course familiarizes the student with the basic principles, concepts and tools used within the profession to document and determine traffic accident causation and responsibility. The course relies on real-world motor traffic collisions with forensics pathological correlation. Vehicular occupant, motorcycle and pedestrian accident kinematics are examined, discussed and analyzed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 519 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 524 Footwear and Tire Track Analysis3.0 Credits
Utilization of the study of class individual individualizing characteristics of surface features as applied to footwear patterns and tire track impressions. Means of documentation, recovery and analysis as it pertains to the totality of the crime scene is emphasized utilizing relevant case studies.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 525 Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Terrorism3.0 Credits
Identification of and historical precedents for nuclear, biological and chemical agents utilized as terrorist weapons are examined and discussed, along with the development and current accessibility nuclear weapons for terrorist purposes. Monitoring/detection equipment/personnel protective equipment is addresses. The multi-agency concept in responding to terrorist incidents are examined as is the international implications.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 526 Bloodstream Pattern Analysis3.0 Credits
A background in the terminology, pattern recognition, and physical principles involved in bloodstain analysis is addressed. Documentation and proper collection of stain samples are covers along with the ability to accurately reconstruct the events that occurred in a crime scene involving bloodshed. There is discussion/application of contemporary serologic techniques to case studies.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 527 Research Project3.0 Credits
Directed readings as assigned by sponsoring faculty in concert with target research project. This experience expands and refines the student's understanding of specific area on the forensic sciences, with the final objective of a manuscripts publishable within a peer -reviewed journal. Course may not repeated for credit.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 528 Introduction to Criminal Law and Trial Process3.0 Credits
Students learn the principles to substantive criminal law. After exploring preliminary issues such as: why we have criminal law, where the rules of criminal law come from, how to find the rules, and how the statues containing the rules must be written; elements of all crimes are
studied -actions, means, reasons, and causation.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 529 Ethics for the Forensic Scientist3.0 Credits
Ethics for the Forensic Scientist will cover the requirements and the implementation of the ethical behavior in the daily work place, legal system, and law enforcement.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 530 Forensic Taphonomy3.0 Credits
Students will learn and apply principles of postmortem changes that human remains undergo. These changes affect estimates of time since death, identification, and the ability to determine cause and manner of death. Students will learn how postmortem environments influence the survival of human remains and other evidence.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 516 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 531 Forensic Photography3.0 Credits
Students will learn and apply principles of photography in both the film and digital format. Within the field of forensic science, the use and understanding of photography is essential. The areas of aerial, underwater and macro photography as used to document and present criminal investigations are complex and complicated. A full understanding of light and photographic equipment is accomplished through practical exercises.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MFSP 516 [Min Grade: C]
MFSP 532 Forensic Microbiology3.0 Credits
This lecture based course introduces various aspects of the emerging field of forensic microbiology. The first section will cover basic virology, bacteriology, fungi and protozoa. The second section will focus on the most important organisms and toxins for biocrimes and bioterrorism. Lastly, modern methodology in forensic microbiology will be discussed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 533 Principles of Immunology3.0 Credits
This lecture series addresses the immune system. The first section will provide an overview of basic immunologic concepts, such as cellular and soluble components, their interaction and crucial methodology. The second part will discuss how the immune system reacts to specific challenges with a special focus on infectious diseases.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 534 Human Osteology and Calcified Tissue Biology3.0 Credits
Consists of the study of cartilage, bone and dental tissues and the human skeletal system they comprise. Lectures and laboratories provide students with a detailed knowledge of the gross and microscopic structure of the human skeleton and the tissues interfacing directly with it as throughout life.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 539 The Autopsy: History, Principles and Applications3.0 Credits
This course will address the origins of the autopsy, its historical and contemporary importance in medical practice, and its use both as a means of medical quality control and for facilitating medico-legal death investigation. Systemic anatomy/pathology, relevant autopsy techniques, and the ¿virtual autopsy¿ will be highlighted.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 540 Introduction to Forensic Engineering and Science3.0 Credits
Students will learn to apply fundamental principles of engineering mechanics to problems in accident reconstruction including vehicular accident reconstruction, occupant kinematics, injury biomechanics, industrial accidents, and the analysis/reconstruction of structural collapses due to defective design and/or terrorist attacks. Real world cases and examples will be used to illustrate concepts presented in the course including high profile events.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 541 Introduction to Forensic Radiology3.0 Credits
To provide a foundation of the history of radiology and basic technological advancements within the field. Subsequent lectures will address radiologic approaches to the assessment of child abuse, elder abuse and various types of inflicted trauma. Applications to human identification challenges and other forensic concerns will be presented.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 542 Introduction to Trauma Surgery/Forensic Applications3.0 Credits
Overview of the history and epidemiology of trauma, followed by the fundamental approach to the traumatized patient. Subsequent discussion will include assessment and treatment of unintentional/inflicted trauma, diagnosis/treatment of environmental injuries and pediatric trauma, the influence of ethanol and drug abuse, and surgical care of the wartime wounded.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 543 Introduction to Forensic Pediatrics3.0 Credits
Introductory lectures will focus upon general pediatrics, neonatal and infant assessment and normal child development. Subsequent topics will address the evaluation, treatment and prevention of child abuse and neglect, with emphasis upon diagnosis of inflicted trauma, sexual abuse, psychological abuse, medical neglect and Munchausen by proxy.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 544 Introduction to Forensic Psychiatry3.0 Credits
Initial lectures will address clinical psychiatry foundations, its history and recent neurological, biochemical and pharmacologic innovations. Subsequent topic areas will focus upon competency to stand trial issues, defenses based on psychiatric illnesses, approaches to sentencing recommendations, risk assessment and management of repeat offenders and assessment of learning disabled offender.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 545 Special Topics in Cell Biology3.0 Credits
This class covers special topics in cell biology by student presentations and discussions of journal articles covering current research in the field. In addition to presentations, students will write a paper reviewing one of the topics discussed during the course.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 546 Forensic DNA Analysis4.0 Credits
This course combines scientific background with hands-on technical training for DNA analysis in the forensic context. Lectures will cover the science underlying techniques employing DNA. Through laboratory work, students will familiarize themselves with techniques essential for modern forensic science, such as DNA isolation, restriction analysis, hybridization, RFLP and PCR.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 547 Homicide Investigation3.0 Credits
This course examines, discusses and reviews the protocols and methodologies of investigation the most serious of all crimes. The student will learn the tactics, procedures and forensic techniques involved in a competent, professional and scientific death scene investigation involving the manner, mode and course of death.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 548 Criminal Investigative Analysis3.0 Credits
The course will review the nature of criminal behavior and the factors that tend to lead to the common behaviors that can be profiled. Profiles will be developed and applied to a wide variety of violent crimes including murder, rape and arson. The organized and disorganized patterned behavior of serial offenders will be examined.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 549 Forensic Graduate Seminar1.5 Credit
This course is designed to have multiple working professionals within the forensic science disciplines make formal presentations on timely topics of interest to the student body. During the second half of the course the students are required to research timely topics of interest within the forensic sciences and prepare and give a formal presentation to the student body. Presentations include PowerPoint and poster presentations.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MFSP 599 Special Topics1.0-6.0 Credit
College/Department: Medicine/Forensic Science
Master of Lab Animal Science Courses
MLAS 501S Lab Animal Science2.0 Credits
This course is open to second year MLAS students. The seminar allows students to network with other laboratory animal professionals in preparation for their career in the field. Each week, a different guest speaker will present information about state-of-the art equipment, animals and techniques.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MLAS 530S, MLAS 610S (Can be taken Concurrently) and MLAS 535S
MLAS 505S MICROBIOLOGY WITH LAB4.0 Credits
MLAS 505S presents the basic biology of the major microbial pathogens (viruses, bacteria, fungi, parasites) of laboratory animals and humans in lecture format. Their structure, physiology, virulence factors, epidemiology, host immune response, treatment and prevention of diseases emphasized. Basic techniques (Gram staining, aseptic techniques, disinfection) are covered in the lab.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 510S CLIN. ORIENT. IN LAB. ANIM. SC1.0 Credit
Two hours per week of hands-on experience working in the university's laboratory animal facilities. Students do most of the daily work performed by the animal technicians, such as cage washing, placing animals into new cages, environmental sanitation, treatments (if necessary), tuberculosis testing of primates and the like. Species usually housed include rats, mice, rabbits, guinea pigs, dogs, cats, primates, swine, etc. The goal of the course is to provide the necessary skills and exposure to allow students to become familiar with many of the examples that will be used in later courses by their instructors. It also provides an introduction to the Practicum experience of the second year.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 512S DISEASES MECHANISMS - PATHOLOG3.0 Credits
Provides the background for understanding how diseases affect the mammalian body. The course focuses on pathophysiology and concepts more than specific diseases.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 513S BIOCHEMICAL BASIS OF DISEASE(U2.0 Credits
Lecture at the University of Pennsylvania veterinary school. Biochemical and molecular basis of disease. In-depth biochemical examination of specific aspects of selective diseases.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MLAS 512S and PHGY 503S
MLAS 514S HEMATOPOIESIS (UP)1.5 Credit
Lecture at the University of Pennsylvania veterinary school. Correlates clinical and basic science in comparative hematology. Recent developments in clinical medicine and basic research of disorders of blood cells. A paper on a hematology topic makes up part of the grade.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 515S MICROBIAL PATHOGENESIS1.5 Credit
College/Department: Biomedical Graduate Studies_COM
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MLAS 520S FINANCIAL MGMT IN LAB ANIM SCI3.0 Credits
Animal facility managers and veterinarians must understand more about financial management than they realize. It is not unusual for budgets and cost-accounting methods to be poorly understood, and therefore left to others. The manager is at the mercy of somebody else's numbers, yet he or she may be held responsible for hundreds of thousands of dollars.. The instructor, an animal facility manager with an M.B.A. degree, gives a strong background in many aspects of financial management, not just those that are core to animal facility and veterinary practice management.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 521S ARCH ENG & PLAN FOR ANIM FAC4.0 Credits
The course of instruction, presented by one of the nations leading architectural and engineering firms, encompasses general design considerations, working with architects and engineers, reading and producing drawings, proximity considerations, control systems, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, etc. The goal is to give the student a unique background, not only in facility design and engineering, but also in understanding why things are the way they are. Students are expected to develop and present a floor plan.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MLAS 535S (Can be taken Concurrently) and MLAS 510S
MLAS 523S ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT I3.0 Credits
Organizational management provides the theoretical background necessary for the practical application of managerial skills especially in laboratory animal facilities.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MLAS 525S Animal Anatomy2.0 Credits
An introductory independent study course that will provide a background in gross animal anatomy. Students will learn comparative anatomy by comparing the anatomical structures in several species of laboratory animals using synthetic models.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 529S MOLECULAR GENETICS2.0 Credits
In the past and for the foreseeable future, animals will continue to be used in biomedical research, and the majority of these animals will likely be genetically modified rodents (usually transgenic and knockout animals). The focus of this course is to expose students to "cutting edge" molecular genetic concepts as they apply to laboratory animal science.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 530S Biostatistics in Veterinary Science3.0 Credits
This course will cover biostatistical methods and principles and their application in the field of veterinary science-both in clinical setting and in research. The application of biostatistics in veterinary epidemiology will also be discussed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MLAS 531S EMBRYOLOGY3.0 Credits
Embryology is the study of anatomy from the time of fertilization through the time of birth. The course discusses the ?hows? and in part the ?whys? concerning the development of the morphology and structure of the body. Knowledge of embryology is essential for understanding gross anatomy and the developments of birth defects.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MLAS 535S BIOLOGY & CARE OF LAB ANIMALS4.0 Credits
Many specialists in laboratory animal science teach this course. Part of this course is devoted to discussions of the ethics of using animals in biomedical research. The remainder of this team taught course discusses the care, use and husbandry of rodents, lagomorphs, primates, farm animals, carnivores, etc., as well as presentations on sanitation and other pertinent subjects. The primary goal is to provide the student with the information needed to properly care for the physical and psychological needs of laboratory animals.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MLAS 510S
MLAS 536S ANIMAL MODELS FOR BIOMED. RES.1.0 Credit
In this course university investigators will discuss their research using animal models, emphasizing why they chose the animal model they are using and how the model helps them understand basic biological processes. Grading is based on a single term paper.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 545S FUNDAMENTALS OF HISTOLOGY2.0-3.0 Credits
Integrates histology and cell biology to provide a better background for anatomy, pathology, physiology, and a general understanding of cell structure and function.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 546S SPECIAL TOPICS IN ANATOMY4.0 Credits
Cross listed course given concurrently with students from other programs. This course is mostly human oriented. MLAS students who have gone on to veterinary school have commented on how valuable it was. It provides a systemic review of the entire body. Human prosections are included in the course work.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 547S SPECIAL TOPICS IN ANATOMY LAB2.0 Credits
Discussions on and gross anatomical dissections of common laboratory animals. Comparisons with human anatomy.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
Prerequisites: MLAS 546S
MLAS 606S CLIN. LAB. TECHNIQUES & CONCEP1.0 Credit
Hands-on and theoretical laboratory work. Teaches animal handling and injections, serological testing, microbiology techniques, hematology and urinalysis. There is an emphasis on correct specimen handling and preparation as part of a quality control program. Your instructors will expect you to do independent reading and be able to extrapolate your knowledge to various case reports.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
MLAS 610S DISEASES OF LAB ANIMALS3.0 Credits
Reviews the major diseases of laboratory animals, and provides information on surgery, anesthesia and radiology. Unlike clinical veterinary medicine where a common objective is to make a sick animal healthy, in laboratory animal medicine the objective is to prevent a healthy animal from becoming sick. The goal of the course is to have the student understand means of disease prevention and recognition. This course will be taught, as much as possible, in a modified problem based learning format.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is LAS.
Prerequisites: MLAS 535S
MLAS 800S Registered for Degree0.0 Credits
College/Department: Medicine/SOM - Professional Studies
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
MLAS 801S LABORATORY ANIMAL PRACTICUM3.0-15.0 Credits
The practical application of what was learned in class. The entire final MLAS semester is spent in one of many animal facilities in the Philadelphia area or around the nation. To the extent possible, time is divided between basic animal care, management, laboratory techniques, and research. S/U grading.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
