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Instruction offered by members of the Cumming School of Medicine.
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Medical Science
603
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Biology of Laboratory Animals
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Based on the Canadian Council of Animal Care Syllabus "Basic Principles of Laboratory Animal Science for Research Scientists." In addition to the study of common, research, farm and exotic animals, topics covered include ethical considerations, regulation and legislation, animal models, animal facilities and husbandry, hazard control, surgery, anaesthesiology, euthanasia and post-mortem examinations. Practical sessions will provide experience in handling and restraint of specific laboratory animals, injections, blood collection, anaesthesiology and surgery.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-1)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
Notes:
Enrolment in this course is restricted to graduate students who will do research utilizing animals.
Also known as:
(Biology 603)
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Medical Science
604
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Integrative Human Physiology
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Physiology is the study of how living organisms function and encompasses the integration of processes from molecules to the whole-organism. Designed to provide the student with fundamental principles and concepts about the normal function of the major human organ systems. At the end of this course, the student should be well equipped to apply their acquired knowledge to solve complex physiological problems related to integrative human physiology.
Course Hours:
6 units; F(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
605
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Information Storage and Processing in Biological Systems
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Examination of complex biological systems; concepts and fundamentals of biological solutions to information storage and processing: modelling and computer simulation of biological systems; information storage in biological molecules; genetic networks; hierarchical organization of biological information processing in signal transduction, development, evolution, and ecology; biological control systems.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
Also known as:
(Computer Science 605)
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Medical Science
609
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Gene Expression
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The flow of genetic information from DNA to final protein product. Gene structure and regulation of transcription, including gene structure and organization, chromatin structure, regulation of transcription and post-translational processing; and the activity of genes during development including stored messenger ribonucleoprotein particles and translational control in gametes, the switch from maternal to zygote genome control of development in early embryos and the molecular basis of morphogenesis and differentiation.
609.02. Genes and Development
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Medical Science 537 (Biochemistry 537) and consent of the Faculty.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Medical Science 609.02 and 751.14 will not be allowed.
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Medical Science
611
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Medical Microbiology
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The basic principles of medical microbiology and the pathogenesis of infectious disease and of clinically important microbial pathogens including bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi. Recent concepts will be described and students will be expected to present and critically discuss research advances of their choosing from the current research literature.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology 343 or consent of the Faculty.
Also known as:
(formerly Medical Science 612)
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Medical Science
613
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Advanced Studies in Microbiology
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Specialized topics including basic principles of infection; spread, prevention and control of infectious diseases; mechanisms of and approaches to study bacterial pathogenesis; mechanism, methodology and modelling of gene expression.
613.01. Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases
613.02. Pathogenesis of Microbial Disease
613.05. Regulation of Gene Expression in Bacteria
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Medical Science 612 or Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology 421 or 521 or consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
619
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Neurosciences
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Introductory neuroscience courses covering aspects of cellular, molecular, and systems physiology, neuroanatomy, and neurodevelopment.
619.01. Cellular, Molecular and Developmental Neuroscience
619.02. Systems Neuroscience and Neuropathology
Course Hours:
3 units; H(4-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Neuroscience Graduate Program. Consent of instructor(s) is required for all other students.
Notes:
Not open to undergraduate students.
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Medical Science
620
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Topics in Systems Physiology
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Designed for students undertaking research in physiology or related disciplines with only limited prior exposure to the discipline. Introduces and discusses fundamental and current issues in physiology ranging from the basic physiological systems through to translational clinical topics. Encompasses the basic physiological mechanisms with emphasis on the role of the autonomic nervous system. Subject areas will include basic physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, renal, endocrine and reproductive systems.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
621
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Principles of Drug Action
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The action of chemicals and drugs on biological systems ranging from subcellular particles to the intact organism.
621.01. Basic Principles of Pharmacology
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Zoology 461, Medical Science 404 and Medical Science/Biology 501, or consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
622
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Neurobiology of Mental Illness
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Students are exposed to up-to-date research regarding the neurobiological theories of various mental illnesses (such as depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, etc.). The seminar format will involve discussion in both research and review articles. The focus of discussion will be on both preclinical research and clinical studies that shed insight into the neurobiology of mental illnesses or their treatments.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Medical Science 619.02 and registration in a Cumming School of Medicine graduate program. Consent of instructor is required for all other students.
Notes:
Open to Psychology graduate students and Psychiatry residents with consent of instructor.
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Medical Science
623
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Respiratory Science and Critical Illness
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Respiratory physiology; including topics such as cellular, morphology, mechanics, control of breathing, and respiratory muscles, necessary to an understanding of respiration and respiratory failure. As well, core physiology and molecular biology underlying critical illness.
623.01. Pulmonary Mechanics and Gas Exchange
623.02. Physiology of Respiration and Critical Illness
623.03. Respiratory Science: Basic
623.04. Respiratory Science: Applied
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-1T)
Prerequisite(s):
Zoology 463 or 465 or consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
624
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Neuroanatomy
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Detailed introduction to neuroanatomy using Homo sapiens as the primary experimental species but relying on other vertebrates for additional details. Detailed anatomic aspects of each major brain region, along with major connections and functions related to those regions will be presented. Laboratories will examine gross specimens, virtual microscopic images, and other anatomic images.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(2-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Medical Science 619.02 or consent of instructor.
Also known as:
(formerly Medical Science 751.42)
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Medical Science
629
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Cardiovascular Dynamics
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Includes topics such as basic physiologic mechanisms including excitation-contraction coupling, mechanics, energetics, and cardiovascular control; major diseases entities as a means of illustrating pathologic alterations in normal physiologic mechanisms; or a systematic in-depth examination of the chemicals that affect the cardiovascular system.
629.01. Cardiovascular Physiology
629.02. Cardiovascular Pathophysiology
629.03. Cardiovascular Pharmacology
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
631
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Muscle Physiology
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Contractile processes, excitation-contraction coupling, the control of contraction and energetics in smooth, cardiac and skeletal muscle. Molecular studies of the contractile process and of the process of excitation contraction coupling.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
633
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The Kidney
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Advanced courses detailing the functional organization of the kidney at all levels, from cell to intact organism. Topics encompass basic physiological principles and their relevance to experimental medicine and therapeutics, as well as the study of disease processes, which impact kidney function.
633.01. Renal Physiology
633.02. Renal Pathophysiology
633.03 History of Renal Physiology
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Medical Science 604 or consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
635
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Psychosocial Oncology
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A seminar-based course focusing on the possible causes of psychosocial problems in cancer patients and families (medical, psychological and social) and also on how patients and families are helped through the difficult transitions resulting from a cancer diagnosis, treatment, recurrent disease, and end of life care. The course is open to health professionals and researchers, and to advanced undergraduate students in relevant disciplines.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Medical Science 635 and 645.14 will not be allowed.
Notes:
This course is open to health professionals and researchers, and to advanced undergraduate students in relevant disciplines.
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Medical Science
636
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Advanced Topics in Physiology
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Provides a general understanding in physiological systems and will present advanced topics in specified physiological system(s) for further depth of understanding. The course will review and build on basic physiological principles through a series of lectures and discussion groups and will examine a specified area of physiology in-depth by introducing students to research methodology and pathological processes in the system.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-1T)
Prerequisite(s):
Medical Science 404 or Zoology 463 or consent of the instructor.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Medical Science 636 and 569 will not be allowed.
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Medical Science
637
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Gastrointestinal Physiology
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Physiology of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract at all levels from the cell to the intact system. Medical Science 637.01 has three components 1) An introductory series of lectures covering the basic physiological principles of the regulation of the GI tract and the individual organs that comprise it or are associated with it. 2) Extended directed tutorials conducted online through D2L. Topics will be selected to reflect the needs and interests of the enrolled students. 3) A written term paper on a subject of the students' own choice and pre-approved by the course co-ordinator that will also be presented orally to the class.
637.01. Organization and Function of the GI Tract
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
638
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Mucosal Pathophysiology
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Focuses on the physiology and pathophysiology of the gastrointestinal tract, lung and other mucosal tissues. A particular emphasis will be placed on inflammatory processes in these tissues, and how they contribute to symptom generation and tissue dysfunction. Involves independent research on the part of the students, small group sessions, written assignments and class presentations.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(4-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
639
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Immunology
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Introductory and advanced courses in immunology that cover humoral and cellular immunity and the inflammatory response at the cellular, molecular, and whole organism level. Basic mechanisms that lead to immunity or to inflammatory responses. The contribution of immunological and inflammatory processes in the immunopathogenesis of disease.
639.02. Cellular and Molecular
639.04. Inflammation
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
640
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Introduction to Immunology
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Introductory immunology for graduate students who have no background in immunology in their undergraduate studies. It provides a comprehensive overview of the immune responses: antibody-antigen interaction, antibody structure, genetics and synthesis, cellular immunology, MHC, phagocytosis, and tolerance. Using this basic understanding of fundamental immune processes the involvement of the immune response in autoimmunity, hypersensitivity, tissue rejection, tumor immunology, vaccine production, viral, bacterial, fungal and parasitic infections will be discussed. Additionally, methods for the study of immunology will be covered.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-1T)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Medical Science 640 and Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology 527 will not be allowed.
Notes:
This course will share lectures with Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology 527 with an additional separate tutorial.
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Medical Science
641
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Genetics
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Advanced courses that provide in-depth coverage of the research discipline of genetics, including the areas of cytogenetics, genomics, metabolic genetics, mouse genetics, population genetics, and human and medical genetics.
641.01. Advanced Genetics I
641.02. Advanced Human Cytogenetics
641.03. Advanced Genetics II
641.04. Genomics
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the instructor.
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Medical Science
663
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Advanced Muscle Mechanics and Physiology
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A look at problems associated within muscle mechanics and contractility. Also the use of muscle mechanics as a scientific discipline to critically learn and evaluate the scientific process. Basic anatomy and physiology of muscle contraction including the cross-bridge theory, and the force-length, force-velocity and force-time relationships of actively and passively contracting muscles will also be covered.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-1/2)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
Also known as:
(Kinesiology 663)/(Mechanical Engineering 663)
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Medical Science
668
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Biotechnology Commercialization
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Technology commercialization is the process of translating research results, scientific discoveries or processes and methods into a commercially useful and profitable product. Students will study the biotechnology commercialization process and will develop a mock-up i) starting with a new product or service idea, ii) carrying out the early stage development, iii) developing the necessary strategic and business plans, iv) securing adequate and appropriate financing, and v) marketing and selling the product. The primary deliverable will be the creation of a strategic plan for an innovative biotechnology product or service.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Biomedical Technology Graduate Program. Consent of the instructor(s) is required for all other students.
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Medical Science
669
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Clinical Trials and Bio-manufacturing
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The objective of this course is to provide general understanding and appreciation, regulatory requirements and ethical considerations around conducting clinical trials as well as bio-pharmaceutical manufacturing. An emphasis will be placed on regulatory obligations. The course will provide opportunities in writing protocols, clinical trial applications, auditing facilities and process validation.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3S-3T)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Biomedical Technology Graduate Program. Consent of instructor(s) is required for all other students.
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Medical Science
670
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Practicum in Biomedical Technology
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A full course carried out in an academic or industrial setting for a period of at least twelve weeks. Students have an opportunity to apply the principles and methods of investigation learned during the Master of Biomedical Technology program and carry out related research. Practicum projects can be focused on any of the following aspects of the commercialization process: patent filing, research and development, business development, manufacturing to clinical trials, marketing and sales.
Course Hours:
6 units; F(0-6)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Biomedical Technology Graduate Program.
Notes:
Completion of all other course requirements in Master of Biomedical Technology program is normally required prior to registration for this course. Exceptions must be approved by the Graduate Director.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Medical Science
671
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Techniques in Medical Science
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Introduction to the theory of operation of electronic devices commonly used in biophysical studies including principles of amplifiers and filters, micro- and patch electrode techniques and computer-laboratory interfacing.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(0-6)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Medical Science
672
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Biotechnology Business Aspects
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Aspects involved in taking an original scientific idea or discovery all the way to a start-up company will be covered. Lecturers discuss commercialization, venture capital, business plan, patents and law, marketing.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(2-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Biomedical Technology Graduate Program. Consent of instructor(s) is required for all other students.
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Medical Science
673
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Careers in Biotechnology
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A series of talks and workshops designed to provide students with practical knowledge of the biotechnology industry. In collaboration with the University of Calgary Career Services, the course covers personal and professional development planning, resume writing, networking, negotiation and interviewing skills and job search strategies specifically for the biotechnology field. This course runs during the fall and winter block weeks with additional retreat days throughout the year.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3S -0)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Biomedical Technology Graduate Program. Consent of instructor(s) is required for all other students.
Notes:
Admission to the Master of Biomedical Technology program is normally required for enrolment in this course.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Medical Science
674
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Integrated Systems Course
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The principles of molecular and cell biology, pathology, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology and immunology as applied to new diagnostics, vaccines or therapeutics. Lectures in the two courses are in parallel and fully integrated. Both courses are required components of the MBT program. The goal of the course, with an emphasis on cellular and molecular mechanisms in health and disease, is to provide students with the skills to interface with individuals in these disciplines in the biotechnology industry. Complemented by special lectures that provide industry perspectives in these disciplines.
674.01. Physiological and Pharmacological Aspects of Therapeutics Development
674.02. Molecular Cell Biology of Diagnostic and Vaccine Development
Course Hours:
6 units; F(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Biomedical Technology Graduate Program. Consent of the instructor(s) is required for all other students.
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Medical Science
675
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Bioinformatics Resources for the Biologist
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This introductory graduate-level course will familiarize biologists with algorithms and search engines used to analyze nucleic acid and protein sequences and structures.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(2-3T)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
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Medical Science
676
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Scripting and Database Querying for Molecular Biologists
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Intended for biologists who wish to improve their bioinformatics analysis capabilities by learning just a small amount of query and programming syntax. The focus is on practicality rather than programming theory. The course explores how to use existing tools (on the command-line and on the web) to gather and process large datasets all at once, rather than doing many individual analyses manually.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(2.5-1)
Notes:
No prior programming experience is required.
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Medical Science
677
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Directed Study in Biomedical Technology
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Lectures, seminars, term papers or training in theoretical and/or laboratory methods at the advanced level in biomedical technology or medical sciences.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(1-6)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of both the faculty member who will supervise and the MBT faculty member who will co-supervise the chosen study and must be registered in the Master of Biomedical Technology program.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Medical Science
678
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Project in Biomedical Technology
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Students will conduct both business and laboratory-based projects throughout the year. The business-based aspect will include running a business, doing market research for companies or working with their business mentor. The laboratory-based aspect will include new diagnostics development and validation. This course will cover basic principles of project management as well as biotech lab theory and practical aspects covered via tutorials, journal club and laboratory sessions. There will be a combination of monthly meetings, lectures, lab tutorials, commercial technology reviews, tours, demos, and practical labs.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(1-3T-6)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Biomedical Technology Graduate Program. Consent of the instructor(s) is required for all other students.
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Medical Science
679
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Fundamentals of Bioinformatics
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Foundational techniques and current research in bioinformatics are explored. Focus on biological concepts and relevant algorithms. Topics covered will include large-scale programmatic data access via data-marts and genome browsers, visualization, statistical techniques, and analysis of sequence and ‘omics datasets.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(2-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Registration in the Bioinformatics specialization of the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology graduate program or consent of instructor.
Notes:
This course assumes some computational background including programming or scripting ability.
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Medical Science
683
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The Biology and Therapy of Human Cancer
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An examination and discussion of current knowledge of the molecular and cellular biology of human cancer and the scientific basis of cancer therapy. Offered in a modular format: each course will consist of one required module and two elective modules. Students can choose the elective modules from a list that is specific for each course. Modules will emphasize student presentations, critical evaluation, and discussions of current and seminal research papers on the module topic. Refer to the Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute website at: http://charbonneau.ucalgary.ca/ for more information.
683.01. Cancer Pathology, Epidemiology and Therapy
683.02. Molecular Mechanisms of Cancer
683.04. Cell Biology of Cancer
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be a Cumming School of Medicine graduate student. All other students require consent of the instructor.
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Medical Science
685
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Biomechanics of Human Movement
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Introduction to the measuring methods (accelerometry, goniometry, film and film analysis, video systems) of biomechanical analysis of human movement (force and force distribution). Description of the mechanical properties of bone, tendon, ligaments, cartilage, muscles, and soft tissues. The relation between structure and function of biomaterials. Introduction in descriptive analysis of human movement.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for more than one of Medical Science 685, Mechanical Engineering 685 and Kinesiology 685 is not allowed.
Also known as:
(Mechanical Engineering 685)
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Medical Science
689
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Medical Imaging
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Introduction to the theory and practical applications of medical imaging. Specific courses focus on an overview of modern diagnostic imaging techniques (689.01), as well as advanced study of specific techniques including magnetic resonance imaging (689.02) and medical image processing (689.03), and molecular imaging (689.04).
689.01. Medical Imaging Techniques
689.02. Advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging
689.03. Advanced Medical Image Processing
689.04. Advanced Molecular Imaging
689.10. Medical Imaging Theory
689.11. Medical Imaging Applications
689.99. Medical Imaging Project
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty. Medical Science 689.01 should be taken prior to the advanced courses.
Notes:
Medical Science 689.01 is the core course and should be taken prior to taking any of the advanced Medical Science 689 courses. Courses are open to students registered in the Medical Imaging specialization, other interested graduate students in the fields of medicine, engineering, and science and to appropriately prepared undergraduate students enrolled in computer engineering, electrical engineering, and physics.
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Medical Science
701
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Advanced Topics in Reproductive Health
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A series of topics, ranging from basic sciences to clinical topics (including ethical issues) to increase awareness and comprehension regarding current issues in reproductive health.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of course co-ordinator and student's supervisor, if applicable.
Notes:
Interest in reproductive health/reproductive biology is essential.
Also known as:
(Veterinary Medicine 701)
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Medical Science
703
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Human Anatomy: Concepts, Exploration and Teaching
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Introductory course for graduate students with an interest in mammalian morphology to human cadaver dissection, human anatomy concepts and teaching strategies within the medical professional curriculum. Weekly lectures and discussions supplement a cadaver dissection-based course intended for students interested in pursuing an academic career in a medically related field.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(2-6)
Prerequisite(s):
Should have some previous experience with dissection. Consent of the instructors.
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Medical Science
706
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Theory and Practice of Family Therapy
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Overview of different family therapy approaches focusing on systemic assessment and systemic intervention through therapeutic interviewing. The development of student knowledge and skills in family therapy utilizing social constructionist, narrative, systemic, collaborative, and pro-feminist ideas while fostering the professional identity of the therapist.
706.01 Theory and Practice of Family Therapy I: Systemic Approaches
706.02 Theory and Practice of Family Therapy II: Postmodern Approaches
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Cumming School of Medicine graduate programs. All others will require consent of the instructor.
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Medical Science
707
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Family Therapy Practicum
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The development of conceptual and experiential expertise in working therapeutically with families.
707.01. Family Therapy I
707.02. Family Therapy II
Course Hours:
3 units; H(2S-12)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Medical Science
708
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Theory and Practice of Interprofessional Psychosocial Oncology
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Provides graduate students with a multidisciplinary introduction to the field of psychosocial oncology. Emphasis will be placed on understanding and interpreting the experience of cancer informed by theory, evidence and illness narratives. Case-based learning in small interprofessional groups will allow students to explore a variety of key learning themes relevant to psychosocial oncology including distress assessment, depression, anxiety, adjustment and coping, sexuality, loss and grief. Attention to diversity will be integrated throughout the course.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the instructor.
Notes:
Must have an undergraduate degree in a relevant domain (including, but not limited to medicine, psychology, nursing, social work, spiritual care/theology). This is an online course.
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Medical Science
710
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Business and Careers in Biotechnology
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An overview of the biotechnology sector from several perspectives: product development, regulatory, intellectual property, market analysis and finance. This course will include series of lectures and discussions to provide both the necessary background about the biotechnology industry and an understanding of careers in the biotechnology industry.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be a registered graduate student in a thesis-based Master's or Doctoral program.
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Medical Science
713
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Topics in Mountain Medicine and High Altitude Physiology
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A tutorial-based course focused on high altitude medicine and physiology. The aim of the course is to introduce the students to the physiological adaptations of, and pathophysiology associated with, the hypoxia of altitude. Students will be introduced to several diseases associated with the hypoxia of high altitude (i.e., Acute Mountain Sickness; High Altitude Pulmonary Edema, High Altitude Cerebral Edema), and the pathophysiology underlying these diseases.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(0-3T)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the instructor.
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Medical Science
721
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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
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Discussions and presentations in a small group format will highlight historical and recent developments in analysis of eukaryotic genomes and control of gene expression, chromosome structure, translation, protein structure, proteomics, regulatory networks and related technologies and their applications to the study of human diseases. Additional learning objectives relate to the critical assessment of published literature as well as the development of research proposal writing and presentation skills.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Graduate Program. Consent of the instructor is required for all other students.
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Medical Science
722
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The Blood Vessel
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Modular course offering advanced knowledge at the cellular, molecular, and whole organism levels including the hormonal regulation of the vascular system, the interaction between endothelium and smooth muscle in the blood vessel, the molecular mechanisms underlying smooth muscle contraction and relaxation, differentiation and dedifferentiation, and the pathogenesis of vascular diseases including hypertension and atherosclerosis. Drug treatments for vascular diseases and their molecular mechanisms will also be covered.
722.01. Vascular Biology 722.02. Vascular Pharmacology
Course Hours:
3 units; H(4-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Open to graduate students registered in the Cumming School of Medicine graduate programs. All other students require consent of instructor.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Medical Science 722.01 and 722.02 will not be allowed.
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Medical Science
740
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Smooth Muscle Structure Function
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An inquiry-based approach used to provide students with a broad background for the study of smooth muscle and to introduce students to current trends in the field. Students will also be introduced to the spectrum of research on smooth muscle ongoing at the University of Calgary. The subjects to be included range from the molecular biology and biochemistry of individual proteins to the function and regulation of integrated smooth muscle systems. A number of methodological approaches that are being used for the study of smooth muscle will also be discussed.
Course Hours:
6 units; F(3T-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the instructor.
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Medical Science
744
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Human Pathology
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The principles of basic pathology, including cellular responses to injury, inflammation, tissue reaction, hemodynamic, basic genetics, and neoplasia are taught through a series of interactive lectures and seminars which are applied to examine the human system and the diseases that affect it.
Course Hours:
6 units; F(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s graduate program or the Pathologists’ Assistant specialization of the Medical Science graduate program. Consent of instructor is required for all other students.
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Medical Science
745
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Human Histology
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Normal histology of the human body and how it relates to the pathologic mechanisms of function and disease will be discussed and presented in small group format.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s graduate program or the Pathologists’ Assistant specialization of the Medical Science graduate program. Consent of instructor is required for all other students.
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Medical Science
746
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Integrated Pathologists’ Assistant Skills
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A series of discussions and workshops to solidify the knowledge gained throughout the Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s program that will provide practical knowledge of the Pathologists’ Assistant profession, in particular focusing on laboratory management skills, quality control and quality assurance, and the legal and accreditation requirements for medical laboratories.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s graduate program. Consent of instructor is required for all other students.
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Medical Science
747
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Pediatric Pathology Practicum
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Practical training in the technical skills of grossing a surgical specimen from the pediatric population in a safe and appropriate manner, as well as grossing placentas and performing fetal autopsies. Skill development will include quality management, ancillary techniques, and medical photography.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(0-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s graduate program or the Pathologists’ Assistant specialization of the Medical Science graduate program. Consent of instructor is required for all other students.
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Medical Science
748
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Surgical Pathology Practicum
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The primary goal is the technical skills of grossing a surgical specimen in a safe and appropriate manner. Secondary goals include skill development in quality management, ancillary techniques, frozen section cutting, and medical photography.
748.01. Surgical Pathology Practicum I
748.02. Surgical Pathology Practicum II
Course Hours:
3 units; H(0-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s graduate program or the Pathologists’ Assistant specialization of the Medical Science graduate program. Consent of instructor is required for all other students.
Notes:
Students are required to take both Medical Science 748.01 and Medical Science 748.02.
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Medical Science
749
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Autopsy Pathology Practicum
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Hands on rotation that will train students how to perform autopsies under the supervision of a pathologist. Knowledge from anatomy, physiology, histology, and human pathology will be incorporated in the training.
749.01. Autopsy Pathology Practicum I
749.02. Autopsy Pathology Practicum II
Course Hours:
3 units; H(0-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s graduate program or the Pathologists’ Assistant specialization of the Medical Science graduate program. Consent of instructor is required for all other students.
Notes:
Students are required to take both Medical Science 749.01 and Medical Science 749.02.
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Medical Science
750
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Pathologists' Assistant Research Project
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Guided work with practical research, encouraging independent thought and collaboration with pathologists and clinical colleagues. Requires completion of written reports and oral presentation on research performed.
750.01. Pathologists' Assistant Research Project I
750.02. Pathologists' Assistant Research Project II
Course Hours:
3 units; H(0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Must be registered in the Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s graduate program. Consent of instructor is required for all other students.
Notes:
Students are required to take both Medical Science 750.01 and Medical Science 750.02. After consultation with a Departmental faculty member who will supervise the chosen project, approval must be obtained from the Program Director before a student can register.
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Medical Science
751
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Topics in Medical Science
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751.07. The Physiological Development of the Fetus and Newborn
751.09. Ion Channel Diseases
751.31. Joint Injury and Disease Biomechanical Focus
751.43. Orientation and Clinical Rotations for Pathologists’ Assistants
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
Notes:
Enrolment in Medical Science 751.43 is restricted to students registered in the Pathologists' Assistant Specialization in the Medical Science (Master's) graduate program.
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Medical Science
755
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Directed Study
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Lectures, seminars, term papers or training in theoretical and/or laboratory methods at the advanced level in the medical sciences.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(1-6)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Faculty.
Notes:
Submission of application is required to set up directed study topic. Forms available from the Graduate Science Education Office in the Cumming School of Medicine.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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