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Advanced Cardiac Life Support |
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ACLS 000 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Certification is required prior to clinical clerkship participation and maintained throughout clinical training. All students must complete KCU’s course. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): Non-credit, Required
Type of Course: Course
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ANAT 209 - Foundations of Teaching Anatomy
This course provides opportunities for students to learn to teach small groups or individuals in the anatomy lab setting while reinforcing the gross anatomy learned during their first year of medical school. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Course Elective
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ANAT 299 - Anatomy Research
This elective provides a framework within which students engage in anatomy research projects or a variety of activities related to such research at KCU or other approved institution(s), and receive academic credit. Students participate in an ongoing research project or conduct their own study under approved mentorship. Permission of instructor is required. Credit value is variable depending on the individualized plan of study and required time on task. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 20 credits. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 2-5
Type of Course: Course Elective
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ANAT 305 - Advanced Topics in Embryology
This course consists of individual research that more deeply examines early human development and the fetal-maternal relationship, including gametogenesis, fertilization, implantation, the establishment of the basic embryonic body plan, placental formation and the morphological changes occurring during the development of the various systems of the human embryo and fetus. Attention is given to causes, mechanisms, and patterns of developmental disorders. The culmination of each individual student’s research is a presentation and written summary of the findings from the literature.
Credit(s): 2
Type of Course: Course
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ANAT 323 - Anatomical Imaging & Diagnostics
This course provides students with clinically and scientifically relevant background in modern methods for medical imaging and diagnostics. Imaging modalities include plain radiography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, fluoroscopy, and ultrasonography. Students become acquainted with the function of the modalities as well as the best mode to choose for given anatomical regions and cases. The course moves through the relevant anatomy in much the same way as a human anatomy course after the initial foundation concerning the science behind the different modalities is laid.
Credit(s): 2
Type of Course: Course
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ANAT 330 - Foundations of Teaching & Learning I
This course provides students with the requisite knowledge to effectively deliver educational materials to adult learners based on current best practices. Topics covered include basic learning theories, cognitive science, pedagogy, new teaching methods, and skills teaching. Students learn curriculum design principles for lecture preparation, including development of effective learning objectives as well as formative and summative assessment strategies. Current literature pertaining to course topics is reviewed and discussed throughout the course. Approaches to medical education research are discussed, including both qualitative and quantitative research design and inquiry
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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ANAT 331 - Foundation of Teaching & Learning II
In this course, students apply basic learning theories, cognitive science, pedagogy, new teaching methods in the creation of presentation materials given to first-year medical and graduate students. Students work with a faculty member to develop and present one lecture and associated learning objectives and test questions for a topic in embryology, histology or gross anatomy. In addition, students organize a representative course for one anatomical region, which may include relevant course material in embryology, histology, gross anatomy and/or pathology at the graduate level.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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ANAT 382 - Surgical Skills I
This course introduces students to basic surgical techniques using soft-embalmed and fresh anatomical tissues. Laboratory sessions include instrumentation and surgical terminology, basic suturing, pre-op preparation and advanced suturing, basic clinical skills, and basic trauma skills.
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Course
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ANAT 383 - Surgical Skills II
This course introduces laparoscopic and laparotomy skills using soft-embalmed and fresh anatomical tissues. Sessions include basic laparoscopic skills, advanced laparoscopic skills, and advanced laparotomy skills.
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Course
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ANAT 396 - Anatomical Research Methods I
This course introduces students to foundational knowledge critical for collecting and analyzing anatomical data. This course includes modules focusing on histological techniques, advanced anatomical dissection, and manipulation of computed tomographic and magnetic resonance data.
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Course
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ANAT 397 - Anatomical Research Methods II
In this course, students build a dissection or imaging presentation around a case study of their choosing using one of three modalities (dissection, histological preparation or medical imaging) to deeply explain the methods and findings of the chosen case.
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Course
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ANAT 401 - General Anatomy
This elective rotation provides students with the opportunity to participate in clinical observation and training in anatomy. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 2-4
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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ANAT 401S - General Anatomy
This clerkship is offered as a sub-internship in general anatomy. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 2-4
Type of Course: Course Sub-Internship
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ANAT 499 - Anatomy Research
Students conduct a research project in an area of interest within anatomy under the direction of a preceptor approved by KCU Clinical Education. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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Anesthesiology |
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ANES 402 - Anesthesiology
This elective clinical experience is designed to provide the student with clinical exposure, observation and training to further understanding of Anesthesiology. The experience takes place in a wide variety of clinical, office and hospital settings presenting unique opportunities with regard to the spectrum of clinical situations encountered. Specific goals and learning objectives are generally determined by the student in conjunction with the supervising physician. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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ANES 402S - Anesthesiology
This fourth-year clinical experience is designed to provide the student with an increased level of patient care responsibility to further understanding of Anesthesiology. Students serve as the primary physician under direct supervision of the attending, faculty or resident and may perform simple diagnostic procedures. Focus is placed on self-education and more advanced study of the discipline. The experience takes place in a wide variety of clinical, office and hospital settings presenting unique opportunities with regard to the spectrum of clinical situations encountered. Specific goals and learning objectives are generally outlined in the course curriculum. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Course Sub-Internship
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ANES 411 - Pain Management
This elective provides opportunities for students to participate in acute and chronic pain management. Experiences may include acute peri-operative pain, cancer management pain, and/or behaviorally-associated pain. Students will be introduced to various invasive pain management techniques that may include inducing infiltration and nerve block, intravenous Anesthesia, peridural Anesthesia, and other invasive techniques. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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ANES 411S - Pain Management
This elective provides opportunities for students to participate in acute and chronic pain management. Experiences may include acute peri-operative pain, cancer management pain, and/or behaviorally-associated pain. Students will be introduced to various invasive pain management techniques that may include inducing infiltration and nerve block, intravenous Anesthesia, peridural nesthesia, and other invasive techniques. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Course Sub-Internship
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ANES 499 - Anesthesiology Research
Student research project approved by the KCU Office of Research & Sponsored Programs in an area of interest within Anesthesiology, under the direction of a preceptor approved by KCU Clinical Education. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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Biochemistry |
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BCHE 499 - Biochemistry Research
Student research project approved by the KCU Office of Research & Sponsored Programs in an area of interest within biochemistry, under the direction of a preceptor approved by KCU Clinical Education. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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Basic Cardiac Life Support |
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BCLS 000 - Basic Cardiac Life Support
Certification is required to advance to third year of studies. All students must take the KCU offered course. Note: Students may not progress until all required elements have been completed. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): Non-credit, Required
Type of Course: Course
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Bioethics |
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BETH 501 - History & Methodology for Bioethics
This course develops the philosophical foundations of bioethics. The course is a mixture of lectures and discussion, and will center on key texts of Western moral philosophy by Mill, Kant, and Aristotle, along with selections from other contemporary theorists.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BETH 503 - Religious Perspectives & Bioethics
This course introduces students to the communities, practices, values, texts and beliefs of selected religious traditions with a focus on their bioethical implications.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BETH 504 - Diversity, Culture & Bioethics
This course explores the role of human and cultural variation in health and illness. It examines the intersection between disability, race, gender, sexual orientation, diverse spiritual beliefs, and medical practice.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BETH 505 - Bioethics & Public Policy
This course introduces students to issues of marginalization in American health care and key ethical issues in national and international public health systems and policies.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BETH 507 - Clinical Dilemmas in Bioethics
This course enhances students’ skills in ethical decision-making and applies those skills to actual cases encountered in the clinical setting.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BETH 509 - Independent Study: Core Replacement
This independent study opportunity enables students to complete one of the required courses at a time when it is not offered as a group class.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Independent Study
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BETH 510 - Selected Topics
This course explores various topics and issues in bioethics as identified by the Bioethics Department. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BETH 514 - Death & Dying: Social & Ethical
The experience of dying has changed profoundly as medical technologies have been able to prolong life and stave off death. This course examines the consequences of modernization and medicalization of the dying process for patients, loved ones, providers, and the broader society.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BETH 515 - Bioethics & the Law
This course explores the relationship between bioethics and the law. Selected legal cases strategically touch upon reproduction, end-of-life care, doctor-patient relationships, standards of care, new technologies, death, transplantation, duty to warn, court commitments and explore research ethics and regulation.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BETH 516 - Pediatric Ethics
The focus of this course is the ethical issues that arise in pediatric medicine during the diagnosis, decision-making and treatment of infants, children and adolescents as well as elements of philosophical ethics.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BETH 522 - Professional Bioethics
This course provides students with the opportunity to receive intensive professional development regarding current research in bioethics through participation in an academic conference and mentoring from faculty. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BETH 525 - Research Ethics
This course explores key ethical issues in the history, funding, design, conduct, and publishing of biomedical research.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BETH 529 - Independent Study
This independent study opportunity enables students to pursue an interest in bioethics with an instructor who has that specific expertise. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-3
Type of Course: Independent Study Elective
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BETH 531 - History of Medicine
This course promotes critical thinking about American medicine and society, both past and present.Medical ideas and practice in their social and political context and the relationships between people seeking help and various types of healers and health workers are explored.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BETH 540 - Palliative Care Ethics
Bioethics and palliative care work to address challenges in care of patients with serious illness, including under treatment of symptoms; conflict about who should make decisions; and impairments in family caregivers’ health. The course will explore bioethical principles and palliative care practices that address these challenges throughout the life span.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BETH 550 - Bioethics Final Project
Students complete the default of six comprehensive exams unless they petition the Bioethics chair and are approved to write and defend a bioethics thesis. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-6
Type of Course: Independent Study
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Biosciences |
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BIOS 501 - Human Anatomy I
This course is an introduction to human gross anatomy and will cover both functional and structural aspects of the human body. Material on gross structure and function will be supplemented with lectures on the development of anatomical systems.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 502 - Human Anatomy II
This course continues the presentation of the structure and function of the human body. Emphasis is on anatomical regions covering the musculoskeletal system, abdomen, pelvis, head and neck.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
Prerequisite(s): BIOS 501 Human Anatomy I
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BIOS 503 - Histology
Students will study the chemical and molecular structure of the eukaryotic cell as well as its basic functions, with emphasis on cell membrane structure and function. Students will then apply the cellular level of biology to the study of tissues and their structure and function, exploring similarities and differences in the tissues that make up each of the body’s major systems. Tissue identification and identification of parts of tissues and organs at the microscopic level will be studied using slides presented during lectures and incorporated into the exams.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 505 - Human Physiology I
This course is a two-semester period of learning utilizing classroom lectures and discussions, and assignments. Upon completion of the course, the participants will be able to describe components of the body systems, including cardiovascular, renal, and respiratory; and to explain how each system functions and how the various physiological systems interact to maintain homeostasis.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 506 - Human Physiology II
This is the second half of a two-semester course utilizing classroom lectures, discussions and assignments. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to describe the components of the body systems, including neural, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive, and to explain how each system functions and how the various physiological systems interact to maintain homeostasis.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
Prerequisite(s): BIOS 505 Human Physiology I
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BIOS 508 - Human Genetics
This course provides a study of heredity principles and genome variation in relation to the inheritance of human disease. Aspects of molecular, developmental, and immune-genetics will also be introduced.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 509 - Introduction to Epidemiology
Introduction to Epidemiology is a multi-faced course designed to broadly educate graduate students on the practical aspects of the discipline of epidemiology and its associated applications to public health, patient-based research study methodologies and designs, and general principles of biomedical statistics used in the medical literature.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 510 - Scientific Methodologies
This course will provide hands on experience with modern molecular biological techniques. Techniques covered include: RNA/DNA extraction & quantification, gel electrophoresis, reverse transcription, PCR, qRT-PCR, nucleic acid sequencing, protein analysis, cell culture, cloning techniques.
Credit(s): 2-3
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 513 - Biochemistry
This course will provide students with the foundations of information regarding the basic principles associated with biochemistry. Topics covered will include protein structure, thermodynamics, mechanisms of enzyme action and intermediary metabolism.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 514 - Molecular & Cell Biology
This course will provide a foundation of basic principles of molecular biology. The topics to be covered include basic molecular genetic mechanisms, internal organization and regulation of the cell, and cell function within tissues and organisms. Successful completion of the course will enable students to initiate independent study and participate in upper-level courses in the biosciences.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 515 - Scientific Communication
This course will present scientific communication strategies. Students will improve communication skills with emphasis on presenting complex scientific concepts effectively and concisely. Topics covered will include lab notes, weekly lab reports, scientific presentations (e.g., abstracts, journal clubs, posters, PowerPoint presentations and manuscripts).
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BIOS 516 - Immunology
This course includes lectures on the mechanisms of humoral and cellular immunity. Material will cover characteristics of antigens, antibodies and their interactions; ontogeny, immune responsiveness, hypersensitivity and immunologic tolerance.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 517 - Human Embryology & Dev Biology
This elective will examine early human development and the fetal-maternal relationship, including gametogenesis, fertilization, implantation, the establishment of the basic embryonic body plan, placental formation and the morphological changes that occur during the development of the various systems of the human embryo and fetus. Genetic factors in development will be discussed, including signaling factors and morphogenetic proteins. Body systems to be discussed include integumentary, nervous, sensory, head and neck, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and urogenital. Limb development will be examined as well as aspects of fetal physiology. Attention will be given to causes, mechanisms, and patterns of developmental disorders.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BIOS 518 - Microbiology
Microbiology is the study of living organisms that are usually too small to be seen with the unaided eye, including organisms such as bacteria, fungi, algae, and protozoa. Microbiology also includes the study of viruses and other acellular infectious agents. A major theme of this course is the relationship between microorganisms and humans. This relationship includes the harmful effects of microorganisms, such as human disease and food spoilage, as well as the beneficial effects of microbes, such as the use of microorganisms in modern biotechnology, biofuel production, and bioremediation.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BIOS 520 - Research Seminar
This seminar is designed for students enrolled in the research track of the biomedical sciences program. Students will give formal oral presentations of the research conducted for their master’s degree and which will be published in the student’s thesis. The presentations will be made to the members of the student’s graduate advisory committee and other invited audience members (e.g., students and faculty). Repeatable for credit with permission, up to 3 credits
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 528 - Bioethics
This is an elective course, designed to enable students to gain familiarity with and apply ethical principles to healthcare practice and biomedical research. Students will learn to recognize and evaluate ethical issues, develop moral reasoning, and make decisions which respect the rights of patients and research subjects in the context of the obligations of health care practitioners and researchers. The course will include discussions of the historical context of human subject’s research and present practical aspects of clinical bioethics. Course objectives will be accomplished through participation in discussions and student assignments.
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Course Elective
Prerequisite(s): Must have 3.4 GPA.
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BIOS 534 - Pharmacology
This course is designed to give an overview of pharmacology to the student. It examines the prescription drug process (dosage, calculation, administration, and different drug forms) and reviews basic federal and state regulations. Focuses on specific disease states and how certain drugs work to alleviate and treat the conditions for which they are prescribed. Approaches the various drug classes, actions on physiology, and their relationship to various disease states.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Elective
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BIOS 550 - Bioinformatics
This course introduces fundamental concepts and methods for bioinformatics. Bioinformatics deals with the resources, devices, and methods required to acquire, store, retrieve, and analyze biological and health-related data. Topics covered include genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, sequence analysis and statistics. In addition, the basic concepts of database design and bioanalytical computer coding used for big data analysis will be introduced. The objective is to familiarize students with a variety of bioinformatic tools that will have practical value for research in biomedical applications.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course Elective
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BIOS 551 - Computer Programming for Bioinformatics
This course introduces the fundamental concepts and methods for computer programming, data management, and computational analysis for bioinformatics. This course will focus on programming using the python programming language and will cover topics including the basic syntax and commands of the python language, object-oriented programming, data structures, processing research data, data analysis, and data visualization. The objective is to provide students with the fundamental skills needed to perform computational analyses for bioinformatics projects and statistical analyses for scientific research.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Elective
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BIOS 554 - Algorithms & Development for Bioinformatics
This course builds on the basic programming skills taught by the Computer Programming for Bioinformatics course and applies those skills to develop an understanding the key algorithms used in bioinformatics. This course will also focus on good software development practices and will train students in the use of common tools for software development and bioinformatics analyses.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Elective
Prerequisite(s): BIOS 508 - Human Genetics
BIOS 551 - Computer Programming for Bioinformatics
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BIOS 555 - Biostatistics
This course introduces the fundamental concepts and methods for statistical analysis and reasoning for biosciences research. Topics will include tools for describing and visualizing data, methods for hypothesis testing, and principles of experimental design. Emphasis for this course will be on methods that are commonly used in biomedical research such as regression, power analysis, and correction for multiple corrections.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Elective
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BIOS 570 - Synthesis of Biosciences/Comp Exam
This course provides integration, synthesis, and review of the biosciences content covered in the MS in Biomedical Sciences one-year track. Content will be provided in both didactic and online formats. There will be a comprehensive examination at the end of the course. One retest is allowed.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Course
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BIOS 572 - Indep Study in Hematological Genetics
This course is designed for students to become knowledgeable in the area of hematological genetics. The course involves a review of basic Mendelian genetics, diagnostic testing and a survey of a broad spectrum of hematological diseases.
Credit(s): 3
Type of Course: Independent Study
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the dean of the College of Biosciences
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BIOS 580 - Research
This course is for students enrolled in the research track of the biomedical sciences program. Students will conduct an original research project as approved and supervised by each student’s advisory committee. Repeatable for credit with permission, up to 45 credits
Credit(s): 1-9
Type of Course: Independent Study
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BIOS 581 - Biomedical Research
This elective provides students an opportunity to learn and/or improve research techniques in a laboratory setting. Students will be able to participate in the development of an individual project as part of a research team. Repeatable for credit with permission, up to 15 credits.
Credit(s): 1-5
Type of Course: Course Elective
Prerequisite(s): GPA of 3.40 or higher. Instructor permission and approval of the dean.
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BIOS 590 - Thesis Dissertation
Each student will write and defend a research thesis. The thesis will be based on original research. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 6
Type of Course: Course
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the dean.
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BIOS 591 - Mini-Thesis I
This course provides graduate students with the opportunity to engage in scientific discovery through literature search and review and thesis outline development.
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Independent Study
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BIOS 592 - Mini-Thesis II
This course provides graduate students with the opportunity to write a scientific report in the form of a mini-thesis.
Credit(s): 2
Type of Course: Independent Study
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BIOS 593 - Thesis Continuation
This course is designed to provide an extra semester for students to finish their thesis when circumstances prevented them from finishing in the usual four semesters. Students must receive approval from the dean of the College of Biosciences to enroll. No
Credit(s): 1
Type of Course: Independent Study
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Clinical Medicine |
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CLMD 300 - Basic Science & Clinical Review
This is a required third year course designed to occur after the completion of all second year requirements and prior to the successful completion of COMLEX Level 1. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship
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CLMD 306 - Clinical Management Review
This required course is taken at the end of the student’s third year. It is a self-paced study and review to improve the student’s knowledge in clinical medicine. Not repeatable for credit.
Credit(s): 2-4
Type of Course: Clerkship
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CLMD 315 - Introduction to Community Health Ctr
This clerkship provides the learner an opportunity to explore the challenges and solutions for providing quality medical care to patient populations which do not have ready access to routine medical care. Students focus specifically on the populations of safety net patient populations. Students will spend time in various different departments of a community health center: pediatrics, family medicine, behavioral health, oral health, addictions medicine and administration. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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CLMD 322 - Oral Health & Addictions Medicine
This clerkship provides the learner an opportunity to explore the challenges and solutions for providing oral healthcare to populations which do not have ready access to routine oral health care, in addition to the needs of patients suffering from addiction. Students will spend two weeks each on a clinical experience in oral health and addictions counseling with underserved patients in a community health center setting. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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CLMD 402 - Health Care Mgt & Public Health Pol
This elective provides the student with hands-on experience in healthcare management and/or health policy administration. Students will complete a clerkship in one of several health care and/or public health policy environments, which may include private or public hospitals and clinics, public health departments, public health agencies, professional societies, managed care organizations, health insurance firms, or others. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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CLMD 403 - Medical Informatics
An elective clerkship experience designed to provide the student with resources, devices, and methods required to optimize the acquisition, storage, retrieval, and use of information in medicine. Specific goals and learning objectives are generally determined by the student in conjunction with the supervising physician. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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CLMD 404 - Integrative Medicine
This elective clerkship has four main goals: 1) to present the underlying philosophy of integrative medicine; 2) to provide evidence on the effectiveness of select integrative medicine approaches; 3) to examine integrative medicine approaches for identified medical problems; and 4) to provide opportunities for students to observe practitioners of integrated and complementary medicine (CAM). Students will have opportunities for introspection about physician well-being and its importance to the delivery of healthcare to patients. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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CLMD 405 - Healthcare Improvement
The purpose of this two-week elective is to introduce the student to advances in health care improvement and patient safety competencies important for the next generation of health professionals worldwide. This elective is offered online through the Institute for Healthcare Improvement. May not be taken concurrently with another elective. May not be repeated for credit
Credit(s): 2
Type of Course: Directed Study Elective
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of third year and approval by the Associate Dean for Clinical Education.
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CLMD 407 - Clinical Management Review II
This elective is a self-paced study and review month to improve the student’s knowledge in clinical medicine. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Independent Study
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CLMD 412 - Online Medical Education
This elective provides a framework for students to engage in online medical education through KCU or other approved institution(s). Students are expected to participate in a structured online course approved in advance by KCU Clinical Education. Completion certificate is required to receive credit. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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CLMD 413 - Virtual Clerkship
This elective provides a framework for students to engage in virtual medical education through KCU or other approved institution(s). Students are expected to participate in a structured virtual course approved in advance by KCU Clinical Education. Completion certificate is required to receive credit. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 4
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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CLMD 437 - Alternative Medicine
This elective clerkship provides students experience in diagnosing, treating and caring for patients within an alternative medicine setting. Under supervision, students are expected to assist in the management of alternative medicine or other holistic health treatments and modalities. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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CLMD 495 - Transition to Residency
This course is designed to transition the student from osteopathic medical school to residency. The course utilizes a variety of active learning activities, which are designed to emphasize and assess the practical application of knowledge, as well as clinical and osteopathic skills. The course focuses on the Entrustable Professional Activities (EPA’s) and American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Core Competencies that are expected of students as they begin their residency training.
Credit(s): 0.5
Type of Course: Independent Study
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EMED 401 - Emergency Medicine
This fourth-year required clerkship is designed to provide students with clinical exposure, observation and training to further their understanding of emergency medicine. Students focus on the care, treatment and diagnosis of a variety of acute and sub-acute problems in the adult emergency medicine patient. Highlights how to stabilize and correctly triage critically ill patients to prepare for more advanced study of the discipline. Specific goals, learning objectives and reading assignments are outlined in the required curriculum modules.
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship
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EMED 402 - Emergency Medicine
This elective provides students interested in pursuing a career in emergency medicine increased responsibilities including assisting in procedure workshops and conferences. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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EMED 402S - Emergency Medicine
This elective provides students interested in pursuing a career in emergency medicine increased responsibilities including assisting in procedure workshops and conferences. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Course Sub-Internship
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EMED 404 - Wilderness Medicine
This elective provides students an opportunity to gain field experience in types of medical emergencies and clinical problems unique to rural and wilderness communities, including trauma, survival hypothermia, altitude, frostbite, heat illness, lightning, and river rescue. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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EMED 404S - Wilderness Medicine
This elective provides students an opportunity to gain field experience in types of medical emergencies and clinical problems unique to rural and wilderness communities, including trauma, survival hypothermia, altitude, frostbite, heat illness, lightning, and river rescue. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Course Sub-Internship
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EMED 432 - Wound Care
This elective clerkship provides students experience in the identification, assessment and treatment of various skin care or wound management needs in an emergency medicine setting. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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EMED 432S - Wound Care
This sub-internship clerkship provides students experience in the identification, assessment and treatment of various skin care or wound management needs in an emergency medicine setting at a more advanced level than the elective offering. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Course Sub-Internship
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EMED 499 - Emergency Medicine Research
Student research project approved by the KCU Office of Research and Sponsored Programs in an area of interest within emergency medicine, under the direction of a preceptor approved by KCU Clinical Education. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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FMED 301 - Family Medicine I
This required clerkship provides students with clinical exposure, observation and training to further their understanding of family medicine. Two themes are addressed during this first of two family medicine clerkships: 1) prevention and wellness, and 2) communities and populations. Students focus on ambulatory management of common, acute, and chronic medical problems within a primary care setting to prepare for more advanced study of the discipline.
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship
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FMED 311 - International Community Medicine
This elective clerkship consists of participation in a medical mission to a foreign country (not associated with KCU). The clerkship consists of predeparture didactic review sessions, country-specific medical language review, sessions regarding travel safety, and prevalence of disease/illnesses in the destination country. In country, time is spent providing supervised medical care. Knowledge of the destination country language is helpful but not required. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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FMED 311A - Int’l Community Medicine: Guatemala
This elective clerkship consists of participation in a medical mission to Guatemala. The clerkship consists of predeparture didactic review sessions, country-specific medical language review, sessions regarding travel safety, and prevalence of disease/illnesses in the destination countries. In Guatemala, time is spent providing supervised medical care. Knowledge of the destination country language is helpful but not required. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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FMED 311B - Int’l Community Medicine: Kenya
This elective clerkship consists of participation in a medical mission to Kenya. The clerkship consists of predeparture didactic review sessions, country-specific medical language review, sessions regarding travel safety, and prevalence of disease/illnesses in the destination countries. In Kenya, time is spent providing supervised medical care. Knowledge of the destination country language is helpful but not required. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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FMED 311C - Int’l Comm. Med: Dominican Republic
This elective clerkship consists of participation in a medical mission to the Dominican Republic. The clerkship consists of predeparture didactic review sessions, country-specific medical language review, sessions regarding travel safety, and prevalence of disease/illnesses in the destination countries. In the Dominican Republic, time is spent providing supervised medical care. Knowledge of the destination country language is helpful but not required. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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FMED 350 - Clinical Skills Assessment
In this course, the fourth year osteopathic medical student will review, either independently or with a group of peers, the following: patient-physician communication skills, physical examination techniques, forming differential diagnoses of a presenting problem and documentation skills. Following the review phase, the student will complete standardized patient encounters to assess clinical skills as required for completion of the student’s medical education.
Credit(s): 0.5
Type of Course: Clerkship
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FMED 404 - Geriatrics
This elective introduces the student to the ambulatory and residential medical care of the older adult population. The clerkship experience should represent office-based care and residential-based care facilities of the geriatric population. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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FMED 404S - Geriatrics
This elective introduces the student to the ambulatory and residential medical care of the older adult population. The clerkship experience should represent office-based care and residential-based care facilities of the geriatric population. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Course Sub-Internship
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FMED 405 - Sports Medicine
This elective rotation is designed to provide students with the opportunity to participate in clinical observation and training in sports medicine. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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FMED 405S - Sports Medicine
This clerkship is a sub-internship in sports medicine that introduces the student to medicine as it relates to the athlete. Students will learn to complete a sports history and physical and will be able to identify and treat basic sports injuries of the head, neck, extremities and torso. Sports medicine as it applies to the child and adolescent, the geriatric patient and the female athlete will be covered. Ergogenic aids, drug use and doping methods will be discussed. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Course Sub-Internship
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FMED 406 - General Family Medicine
This elective clerkship provides students with clinical exposure, observation, and training to further their understanding of family medicine. The primary theme addressed during this clerkship will provide an opportunity for the student to demonstrate more definitive diagnoses and plans on problems that commonly present to the family practice setting. Repeatable for credit with permission. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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FMED 406S - General Family Medicine
This elective clerkship provides students with clinical exposure, observation, and training to further their understanding of family medicine. The primary theme addressed during this clerkship will provide an opportunity for the student to demonstrate more definitive diagnoses and plans on problems that commonly present to the family practice setting. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Course Sub-Internship
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FMED 408 - Community Medicine
This clerkship introduces students to the closely related fields of family and community medicine. Students will increase their competence in diagnosis and treatment of diseases presenting in ambulatory care as well as demonstrate the integration of clinical preventive medicine into the work-up of the ambulatory patient. Repeatable for credit with permission
Credit(s): 1-8
Type of Course: Clerkship Elective
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